Department of Museums, Archives, and Rare Books Lecture Series

Join Dr. Diana McClintock, Associate Professor of Art History, and Kennesaw State University students as they discuss the preservation projects undertaken at Paradise Gardens and the experience of working to save an artistic treasure. Howard Finster's evangelical, religious art has appeared in magazines, on record covers, and in museums, influencing artists around the world. Beyond the thousands of pieces he crafted, Finster also created a unique recycled art garden and built environment in Summerville, GA: Paradise Gardens.

The Department of Museums, Archives & Rare books, in collaboration with the Atlanta Shakespeare Company and Kennesaw State University faculty, discuss the significance of the spoken word in early 17th century England. In addition, readings of excerpts from the King James Bible, sermons, and Shakespeare's works will be presented by members of the Atlanta Shakespeare Company.

Join Phillip Depoy, author of the historical thriller, "The King James Conspiracy," shares his thoughts on the novel's creation, the research involved, and subsequent reactions to the work. The event took place on Monday, November 7, 2011, from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm in the Athenaeum Gallery. Mr. Depoy is the Director of Theatre at Clayton State University, an EDGAR award winning playwright, and a celebrated author. This event is part of the ongoing exhibit, "How God became English: The making of the King James Bible," which ran from October 4, 2011, to October 4, 2012.