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Martha Allen Lecture Series 

Martha Allen Lecture Series 

Established in 1997 through the generosity of Betty Grisham, the Martha Allen Speaker Series commemorates the distingished career and enduring influence of Martha Allen- an accomplished artist, respected educator, and esteemed alumna of the University of Montevallo. This series serves as a platform for renowned artists and scholars to share their insights and creative practices, reflecting Allen’s lifelong commitment to advancing the arts and education.

Guest Speakers:

  • Vincent Frimpong – Oct. 23, 2025
  • Natalie Henderson –  Nov. 2025
  • DeAndra Hodge – Nov. 2025
  • Jill Isenhour – April 2025
  • Danielle Jones – Sept. 2025
  • Kaitlin West – April 2025
  • Bryce Speed – March 2025
  • Celeste Laborde –
  • Celestia Morgan – Nov. 2024
  • Gregory Martin – March 2023
  • Deidre Darby – March 2023
  • Bethany Moody- Aug 2023
  • Carlton Nell – Sept 2023
  • Josh Johnson – Oct 2023
  • Carey Fountain – April 2021
  • Daisie Hoitsma Young – Jan 2021
  • Scott Dombsowski –
  • Bryce Lafferty – March 2022
  • Sara Gardner Armstrong –
  • Jon Seal – Jan 2022
  • Charles Hemard – May 2022
  • Adrian Rhodes- Sept 2022
  • Melissa Yes – Oct. 2022
  • Tatiana Potts – April 1, 2026 4:30 to 6 pm, Poole Art Gallery
Misty Bennett
Professor of Art, Chair
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