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Notable sites such as the Smoky Mountains and the Lincoln Memorial rounded out the top 10 visited places in the National Park System as visits began rebounding from 2021.

So many of Chang's favorite films this year seemed to be in close conversation with each other that it didn't make sense, in the end, for him to separate them.

Discover the sizzling stories behind the constellations in this planetarium event for adults (21+). Explore Mesoamerican mythology hidden in the sky as you take a trip through the cosmos during the ultimate planetarium adventure.

In this adults-only planetarium show we'll explore the Mayan, Incan, and Aztec myths that surround the sun, moon, and planets. You’ll hear crazy stories about ancient sensuality, mind-altering plants, and (of course) wild ways to use chocolate. You’ll also find out if it was better to win or lose the famous Aztec Ball Game. The night will conclude with an extra special constellation display of four constellation sets - Incan, Aymara, Aztec, & Nazca – to showcase the ancient Meso-American stories in the sky.

Our Planetarium is an inflatable dome. Guests sit on cushions on the floor of the planetarium to view the show. Due to size, space is limited to 25 patrons at a time. Purchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended for this reason. On show nights, please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled showing. In case of no-shows/late shows: reserved spots will be released at show time to make space for the next party.

Shows begin at 6 and 7 pm and last approximately 45 minutes.

Seating is limited and very popular. We encourage purchasing your tickets in advance, as this is a first come, first served event. Please call 850-664-1261, stop by the Science Center, or use our online ticketing option to purchase your tickets.

Our planetarium is powered by FPL

The UWF Board of Trustees has initiated the search for the University’s next President and established a Presidential Search Committee to guide the identification and recruitment of highly qualified candidates. Their efforts will be supported by search consultant Funk Associates. Ultimately, the Committee will be responsible for recommending qualified candidates for the Board of Trustees’ review and consideration.

To assist with the recruitment process, the Search Committee would like to develop an in-depth understanding of the University’s needs and expectations. The Search Committee Chair and the search consultant will host a series of open forums and listening sessions with key university stakeholders to solicit input and guidance. This will be an opportunity for various UWF community constituents to share their thoughts and comments on the qualities and characteristics sought in the new President. The information gathered in these sessions will inform the development of the position profile and assist the Search Committee in finalizing the criteria by which candidates will be evaluated.

You are invited to attend the Community Town Hall session on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, from 4:45 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the UWF Usha Kundu MD College of Health (Darrell Gooden Center), Building 234, Room 218. Visit https://events.uwf.edu/event/presidential-search-listening-session-2025-08-26 for information on joining the meeting through Zoom and instructions on providing written comments.

ADA Statement: Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations is requested to advise UWF by calling Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or 850.857.6158 (TTY) at least two business days prior to the event. For more information or to submit a request, visit the Public Event Accommodations page or email ada@uwf.edu

The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the Kamerman Piano Series at UWF featuring guest performer Matthew Graybil. The performance will be held on Sunday, Oct. 26, at 3 p.m. in the Rolfs Music Hall at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the UWF Pensacola campus.

Renowned as an “exceptional young artist” by the New Yorker and as a “major talent” by the Sarasota Herald-Tribune since making his orchestral debut at age 14, Matthew Graybil has gained an international reputation as a talented piano recitalist, concerto soloist and chamber musician throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Europe. Graybil’s solo career features performances in major music capitals of the world including Mexico City, New York, Paris and Toronto, in venues such as Carnegie’s Weill Recital Hall, Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center, the Lincoln Center and more. Having studied music since age 6, earning his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from The Juilliard School, Graybil’s career highlights works from the 20th and 21st centuries, reflected in his first solo album in which he “becomes so at one with the music that the line between performer and composer vanishes” marking him as “one of the most sensitive, poetic young pianists to debut on record in recent memory,” according to Fanfare Magazine.

Mountainfilm on Tour brings a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and incredibly inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival in Telluride, Colorado. The tour will visit Pensacola at the Pensacola Little Theatre on Saturday January 17 with films that explore themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission of using the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world.

Mountainfilm on Tour in Pensacola is hosted by Gulf Coast Film Festival in partnership with a collection of local sponsors that include the Edward Jones Cosentino Wealth Management Team and Reboot and Co. This year’s event is the sixth for Mountainfilm on Tour – Pensacola, which hosts an inspiring collection of films to raise awareness and funding for environmental and community causes, including the nonprofit organizations Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program and Healthy Gulf.

The show kicks off on January 17 with doors opening at 5:00 pm, and films beginning at 6:00 pm. Tickets for Mountainfilm on Tour in Pensacola can be purchased online at: https://mountainfilm.myeventscenter.com/
Tickets will also be available at the event at Pensacola Little Theater at 400 S Jefferson St. The cost for each ticket is $25.

About Mountainfilm Festival
Mountainfilm is a documentary film festival that showcases stories about environmental, cultural, climbing, political and social justice issues. Mountainfilm is held every Memorial Day weekend in Telluride, Colorado. Along with exceptional documentaries, the festival goes beyond the film medium by bringing together world-class athletes, change makers and visionary artists for a multi-dimensional celebration of indomitable spirit. Mountainfilm’s mission is to use the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world. To learn more about Mountainfilm, visit www.mountainfilm.org.

The House committee investigating Jan. 6 says it has evidence showing that former President Trump broke the law by trying to overturn the 2020 election.

The Luminari Boys Choir from Woodlands, TX, will be performing in Pensacola at First Presbyterian Church, 33 E. Gregory, 6:00 p.m., as part of their Gulf Coast Tour 2022. Founded in 2015 by Sherry Pond, former student of Pensacola Children's Chorus founders Susan and Allen Pote, the LBC provides a safe haven for boys to gather to sing, play and develop skills and abilities that will help mold them into well-rounded and productive individuals
who appreciate music and the arts, faith, humanity, and life.

The concert is free and open to the public.

Tuesday, March 8th, 8:00am - 2:00pm @ John C. Pace Library, 1st floor

Join us for the UWF John C. Pace Library Book Sale. Take advantage of the upcoming Spring Break to grab some great deals on "gently used" books!

$1 paperbacks, $2 hardbacks ***CASH or CHECK Only*** All prices include sales tax.

Join us on Thursday, April 14th from 4-6pm for the Book Art Project, an exhibition of book art by our UWF Art & Design students.

UWF Professor Valerie George's students used worn, discarded books to create a variety of pieces, which will be held inside the Pace Library Great Good Place, which is located on the 2nd floor. Light refreshments will be served.