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A black and white photograph captures a woman outdoors. The individual has wavy, dark hair falling just above their shoulders. They wear glasses, with the arms of the glasses visible at the sides of their head. The person’s shirt features a distinct heart pattern. The background suggests an outdoor setting with trees and open space.

Rebecca Todd Minder
Director

Susan E. Reynolds
Editor

Cindy Sanford
Circulation

The image depicts a woman wearing a leopard print sweater and a black shirt. The background appears to be outdoors, with blurred shapes suggesting foliage or trees. The overall scene is in black and white, and the central figure stands against this natural backdrop. The woman is smiling at the camera, while wearing square-shaped glasses. Her hair appears to be medium length and curled. The woman is also wearing a necklace that features a black cat.

Caroline Gazzara-McKenzie
Marketing

A grayscale image featuring a woman in a black outfit leaning against a surface. The woman appears to have dark red or brunette hair that falls just below her shoulders. She wears a short-sleeved black outfit with visible pockets on the chest area. A necklace with multiple pendants hangs around their neck. The background appears neutral, like a wall or photo backdrop.

Laura Buchanan McElroy
Art Director

A grayscale photograph depicts a woman sitting in front of a floral painting. The person has long hair, extending beyond their shoulders. The background features orderly arranged chairs, suggesting an outdoor seating area or event space. The overall scene exudes a sense of excitement.

Elizabeth Wade
Consulting Editor

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS & EDITORS

Alabama Heritage is proud to feature incredible writers who have a passion for the state’s history.

Katharine Armbrester

Larry Davenport

Calvin Cockrell

Stephen Goldfarb

Cassandra Nelson

Colin Rafferty