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Learn about the 60-foot prehistoric whale that once swam in the waters of our state.
Celebrate our summer reading theme, Unearth a Story, by learning more about our state fossil.
Dr. Bill Deutsch, an aquatic ecologist and author of Ancient Life in Alabama, highlights the state’s rich paleontological history, including the 1984 designation of Basilosaurus cetoides as the official state fossil. This 60-foot Eocene whale is legally protected from removal without governor consent. This large marine mammal could reach lengths of 60 feet or more, inhabiting a shallow sea that once covered southern Alabama.
| Mon, Mar 23 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Tue, Mar 24 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Wed, Mar 25 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Thu, Mar 26 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Fri, Mar 27 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Mar 28 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Mar 29 | 1:00PM to 5:00PM |
Located in Hoover, Alabama, at 200 Municipal Drive, the Hoover Public Library has been operating since 1983. The Hoover Public Library seeks to reinvent the way communities view libraries. As the heart and soul of the Hoover community, we are more than just a library. We’re the place you come to meet your friends, experience live theater, peruse art, listen to music, entertain your children, learn about new technology, seek job searching assistance, explore your interests, find good book recommendations and much, much more. We seek to grow our patronage by offering an unparalleled customer experience.
