UNCA Hosts Environmental History Presentation

Timothy Silver, a noted environmental historian from Appalachian State University, will give a presentation and slide show on his new book "Mount Mitchell & the Black Mountains: An Environmental History of the Highest Peaks in Eastern America" at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 7, in the Laurel Forum, located in UNCA's Karpen Hall. A book signing will follow the presentation. The event is free and open to the public.

For more information, call UNCA's History Department at 828/251-6415.

Media Contacts:

• Dr. Dan Pierce, UNCA Assistant History Professor, 828/232-2996
• Jill Yarnall, UNCA Public Information Assistant Director, 828/251-6526