Alabamian Supreme Court Justices Lecture

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Main Library
Community Room

Event Details

Although their names were once well known throughout the country, fewer and fewer people (including Alabamians)  are familiar with the U.S. Supreme Court Justices appointed from Alabama: John McKinley (served from 1838-1852), John Archibald Campbell (1852-1861), and Hugo Black (1937-1971).  In their own way, each of these men had a profound influence that can still be felt.  McKinley impacted the institution of the Court and the day to day workings of the justices;  Campbell’s legacy lay in a theory of constitutional interpretation that continues to find its way into some of our most contentious social issues; and Hugo Black’s impact is felt every time any American citizen raises questions about fundamental rights.

Presented by Dr. Steven Brown, Auburn University


Event Type(s): Adult
Age Group(s): Adults, Seniors
Joni Wood
(334) 796-9767 ext. 4212