University, City to honor artist with ‘Nall Day’ on May 7

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Fred "Nall" Hollis will be honored May 7 by the City of Troy and Troy University with "Nall Day." (TROY photo/Mark Moseley)

Troy University and the City of Troy will celebrate a native son on May 7, and recognize him for his accomplishments in the world of art.

“Nall Day” recognizes world-renowned mixed-media artist and Pike County native Fred “Nall” Hollis and his artistic contributions. City officials will proclaim Nall Day at a luncheon in his honor…

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Bacon talks life, art during TROY Gallery Talk

Dr. Art Bacon, a scientist, artist and civil rights activist, talked about his life and work Tuesday at Troy University.

Dr. Art Bacon, a scientist, artist and civil rights activist, talked about his life and work Tuesday at Troy University.

Dr. Art Bacon has worn a lot of hats in his 80 years — scientist, researcher, student, educator, civil rights activist.

But as he addressed a crowded room of observers in Troy University’s International Arts Center on Tuesday, he focused on the role that makes him happiest.

“For 40 years I had essentially a dual…

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Grade school students explore creative side at Trojan Art Day

Nearly 300 middle and high school students from 24 Alabama counties attended the day of activities.

Nearly 300 middle and high school students from 24 Alabama counties attended the day of activities.

Carissa Potts is a high school junior, but she already knows how she wants to earn a living: creating art.

Potts and her Prattville High School classmates were among the hundreds taking part in Trojan Art Day on Friday at Troy University’s Troy Campus. The event featured art workshops and demonstrations led by TROY students…

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Troy University to host fifth annual Trojan Art Day on Feb. 23

Students from Troy University's Department of Art and Design will lead workshops and demonstrations during Friday's 2018 Trojan Art Day.

Students from Troy University's Department of Art and Design will lead workshops and demonstrations during Friday's 2018 Trojan Art Day.

Nearly 300 middle and high school students and their parents from 24 Alabama counties will participate in the fifth annual Trojan Art Day at Troy University on Friday, Feb. 23.

Trojan Art Day offers workshops and demonstrations led by students and faculty in the University’s Department of Art and Design, preceding the District II Visual…

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