I've updated the list to include some Sunday events for you courtesy of Alabama Travel
Ragtime the musical presented by CharACTers [Gadsden] [Sep 9-18, 2011]
CharACTers proudly presents RAGTIME Book by Terrence
McNally Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Music by Stephen Flaherty ...Based on the
novel, Ragtime, by E.L. Doctorow. Performance Dates: September 9, 10,
16, and 17 7:30 p.m. & September 11 and 18 at 2:30 p.m. Wallace Hall
Fine Arts Center, at Gadsden State. Tickets are on sale now and are
available online at www.wallacehall.org, by phone by calling
256-543-ARTS, in person at The Hardin Center for Cultural Arts, or at
the box office one hour before show time. Advance tickets are highly
recommended. Go to www.CharACTersEntertainment.com for more information!
7:30pm - 9:30pm
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Gateway to a Region [Leeds] [Sep 16-18, 2011]
Sept 16-18, Leeds
Gateway to a Region
205-699-3760. www.leedsscenicbyway.org. Free. Downtown--Visit the
Alabama Scenic Byway. Walk the friendly tree-lined sidewalks and enjoy
genuine Southern hospitality. During the family friendly Leeds Downtown
Folk Festival, celebrate the gateway with fine artists and other
artisans, enjoy musical groups, storytelling, children's activities,
regional ethnic food, and antique cars. Also, see the local folk play
about John Henry and tour historic homes and the railroad depot. Fri.,
2-4 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
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Ol' Timey Crafts and Bluegrass Festival [Estillfork] [Sep 16-18, 2011]
Three different stages welcome bluegrass musicians and
fans. There will also be food vendors and local crafts. Camping is
permitted but spaces are limited. New this year: Sunday worship service
and gospel music.
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Trail of Tears Remembrance Motorcycle Ride [Florence] [Sep 17-18, 2011]
Sept 17-18, Florence
Trails of Tears Remembrance Motorcycle Ride, 18th Annual
423-987-0172. www.trailoftears-remembrance.org. Free. McFarland
Park--The ride travels from Chattanooga, TN to McFarland Park in
Florence.
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Arts & Crafts Festival & 5th Anniversary of Gee's Bend Ferry [Camden] [Sep 17-18, 2011]
Sept 17-18, Camden Arts & Crafts Festival & 5th
Anniversary of Gee's Bend Ferry 334-682-4478. Downtown & Gee's Bend
Ferry Terminal—Come celebrate and commemorate the history of Gee's Bend
and the Black Belk area of Wilcox County with tours and arts and crafts
all day on Saturday, and the fifth anniversary celebration of the
re-launch of the Gee's Bend Ferry on Sunday at 3 p.m. More than four
decades after the Gee's Bend ferry stopped running, a new vessel crossed
the Alabama River in 2006, once again connecting the mostly black
residents of Gee's Bend to Camden, the seat of Wilcox County. Ferry
service was discontinued back in 1962 as a way of deterring civil rights
activities in the area.
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Alabama Good Sams "Fall Samboree" [Lincoln] [Sep 15-19, 2011]
Sep 15-19, Lincoln
Alabama Good Sams "Fall Samboree"
256-350-1037. www.alabamagoodsams.org. Admission charged.
C&C Campground (near Talladega Speedway)--Samboree Theme: "God Bless
America". Camp with us for 3 days and 3 nights and enjoy games, tours,
vendors, seminars, arts and crafts, charity raffles, "Great
Entertainment" and lots of good food. We usually have approximately 200
rigs camping with us. Mark your calendars now. Don't miss out on the
"Great Event".
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20th Annual Magic City AIDS Walk
Presented by Birmingham AIDS Outreach at Railroad Park
September 18, 2011
The 20th Annual Magic City AIDS Walk is produced and managed by Birmingham AIDS Outreach. This year's event will begin at Railroad Park at 4:00 PM with the Step-Off at 6:00 PM. The event is family friendly and will include guest emcee Shanisty Myer from CBS42, the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Choir, and "Once In A Lifetime" 80s band. The Vendor Fair will be open from 4PM to 630PM. Guests are encouraged to bring beach blankets and enjoy the entertainment on the beautiful lawn area. Complimentary bottled water and Starbucks Coffee will be available. Salads, sandwiches, and other healthy foods will also be available for sale as well as a bar with adult beverages and a signature cocktail for the AIDS Walk.
UAB "Soccer For A Cure" Men's Soccer Tournament
Presented by UAB Athletics at UAB West Campus Field
September 16-September 18, 2011
The 14th annual UAB "Soccer For A Cure" Classic, which will take place on Sept. 16-18 at West Campus Field, rounds out a five game home stretch. This year's Classic should be another exciting one as the Blazers welcome Gardner-Webb, VCU and UW Milwaukee in this year's tournament. UAB's first game in the event will be an intriguing one, as former UAB assistant coach and current VCU head coach Dave Giffard will lead his Rams against the Blazers on Friday night. On Sunday, UAB will conclude the event with a contest against UW Milwaukee.
Admission Info
Tickets:
$5 Adults, $3 Youth. UAB Students get in free with their valid UAB student ID.
Individual game tickets are available on a walk up basis day-of-game.
Phone: 205-975-UAB1
Chinese Film Series
Presented by Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest at Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest
September 18, 2011
The Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest proudly joins the
Asian Culture Foundation in presenting a monthly Chinese film festival.
The first film is Shaolin Soccer(2002) a Martial Arts Action/Comedy.
Mandarin Chinese with English subtitles, PG-13.
What do you get when you mix Kung-Fu action with soccer comedy? You get
Shaolin Soccer. Stephen Chow, Hong Kong's top funnyman, wrote, directed,
and stars in this comedy take - off of modern martial arts films. Years
ago a fateful mistake crippled "Golden Leg" Fung (celebrated character
actor Ng Man Tat) and cost him his career. Now a fawning drunk, he works
for "Evil Team" coach Hung, who engineered his downfall. Then he meets
"Mighty Steel Leg" Sing (Chow), a former Shaolin monk now working as a
garbage collector, who is trying to find an application for Kung-Fu in
the modern world with no success. After they connect, Sing tries to
convince his five Shaolin "brothers" (former fellow monks) to put their
talents to use playing soccer. Can they defeat the cheating "Evil Team"
to win the National Championships?
In Mandarin Chinese with English subtitles. This film has an MPAA rating
of PG-13, for violence and a momentary distant view of a naked man from
the back. There is also a shot of a man urinating against a wall.
Although the shot is from the rear with nothing visible, it is clear
what he is doing.
Cast: Stephen Chow, Ng Man-Tat, Vicky Zhao Wei. Director, Stephen Chow
The Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest proudly partners with the American Asian Culture Foundation to host a Chinese Film Series that meets every second Sunday of each month at 2:00pm in the Library Community Room. A Chinese film will be shown each month. This film series is free and open to all adults.
Hardenbergh Organ Dedication Concert
Presented by Samford University at Samford University
September 18, 2011
Sarah Heaslett, B.Mus. '76, M.Mus. '84
Charles Kennedy, B.Mus. '92
Joshua Bullock, B.Mus. '12
James Dorroh, University Organist
The 1962 Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ in Reid Chapel was totally renovated by Quimby Pipe Organ Company in 2011. The magnificent
instrument will be known as the Jane Slaughter Hardenbergh Organ as a
memorial to the organ professor who chose Aeolian-Skinner to build
Samford's instrument.
Held in Reid Chapel on the campus of Samford University.
This is a massive list of sales, events, attractions and more that you can check out this weekend...
YARD SALES/CONSIGNMENT SALES --
The Trussville Tribune Trussville Boy Scout troop hosting a yard sale this weekend ...
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Marvin's Building Home Centers Free Kids Fire Safety Event Trussville Saturday
Head over to Marvin's in Trussville Saturday for a free fire safety event...
Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts ... Tad" play Saturday night. Admission is free and Courtyard Cafe provides food and beverage service. The courtyard opens at 6 pm and the music starts at 7 pm. Our Gone With the Wind exhibit is open until 8 pm, so come downtown and make an evening of it!
Huntsville-Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau Get ready for some family fun at this year's Oktoberfest! Sept. 15-18 at the Redstone Arsenal Activity Field, vendors will serve traditional German fare and spirits, and everyone will enjoy the carnival rides. Attendees should enter RSA through gate 10, then head south on Patton Rd. Have a valid government-issued form of ID for each adult in the vehicle and the current insurance information/registration papers in case they are requested. Random searches take place. Admission fees apply.
Starshine Faces Let's get ready for some football - in Montgomery!! Starshine Faces artists will be at Alabama State University's Block Party this Friday night. We will be painting from 6:30 - 9:15. For more info about the event: http://www.alasu.edu/news/news-details/index.aspx?nid=629
Decatur Morgan County Convention & Visitors Bureau The streets of downtown Hartselle become one big family-friendly celebration on September 17 when the annual Depot Days roll into town. Hours are from 8:00am until the music stops and admission is free. In addition to the festivities, specialty and antique shops located in the historic building downtown will be open for business. For more information call the Hartselle Chamber is 256-773-4370
Coast 360 Want to hear some great, toe-tappin' Bluegrass music? Check out the Dread Clampitt Band at Lulu's on Saturday at 5pm.
Free Kids Food Writing Workshop at Pepper Place Saturday Market
Here's a free fun and creative outlet for your child to participate in tomorrow downtown...
Monte Sano Art Show is Saturday, Kids Area & More (Free admission, parking is $5)
Head up to the mountain top in Huntsville for some art...
Fresh Air Family Free & Cheap Outdoor Events Across the State
Fresh Air Family is ready to head outdoors are you...
Ruffner Mountain Nature Center Ice Age Mammals Program Saturday
There is a charge but it looks fun and educational. Check it out here...
Constitution Day Links, Printables & More for Sept. 17
Tomorrow is Constitution Day here are some links to help you share it with your kids...
Babies R Us & Toys R Us Grand ReOpening 9/16-18 Freebies, Characters & More
This is going to be a fun weekend for local Toys R Us & Babies R Us fans in Hoover. The new combo store is celebrating with freebies + visits from Barbie, Foofa, Brobee, Captain America and more. Details here...
Wiregrass Model Railroad Show & Sale $5 Admission is Saturday & Sunday
Are you near Dothan? Check out the train festival Saturday and Sunday...
Grape Stomp is Saturday at Morgan Creek Winery, Harpersville
Check out Grape Stomp Saturday...
Boom Days Free Music Festival Fort Payne Saturday
Free festival in Fort Payne this Saturday...
Reminder: Birmingham History Center Free Admission in September + Freedom Riders Exhibit
Free admission for the month of September! Don't miss it...
Free Orchid Show at Birmingham Botanical Gardens 9/16-18
This could be a fun event for macro-photography or for orchid enthusiast
Free Leeds Downtown Folk Festival is Saturday & Sunday
Free Leeds Folk Festival is Saturday and Sunday. Details here...
Reminder: Earn a Free Bag of Books at Read & Romp Sept. 17 at Railroad Park
Here's a free deal you don't want to miss...
Birmingham Museum of Art You're Invited! Last Night / Late Night is happening Saturday night til 10pm at the BMA. Food / Drinks / Music / Who Shot Rock & Roll.
Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum: 9/17 Free Admission & Track Lap For Tag Holders
Here's a fun freebie for those of you with Barber Vintage tags....
City of Auburn, AL Young Artists Atelier Exhibition and Reception Sept. 17
Six Flags: Free Admission for Military & 50% for Family Members in September
New Six Flags offer for military families valid the last two weekends in September...
Anniston Museum of Natural History Free Admission Saturday Dino Day
Here is a really cool free event from the Anniston Museum of Natural History.
The
Saturday, September 17, 10am–3pm
Museum Day Plant Sale, 10am–1pm
Dino Program, 2 shows: 11am & 1pm
Solar Energy Demo, 11:30am–12:30pm
Discovery Stations, 1–3pm
It’s our annual Museum Day, but with a fun prehistoric twist:
Anniston Kiwanis Club
presents a dino-sized Museum Day at Anniston Museum, and there’s fun for all ages in store! Visit the Museum free from 10am–3pm and see the world and its wonders in our seven exciting permanent exhibit halls. And be sure to see the special dinosaur-themed program at 11am, featuring adorable
Riley the First Grade Paleontologist
and
Dan, Dan the Dino Man
. Step back in time and learn exciting and fascinating things about dinosaurs of all types with this precocious young dino expert and our own Curator of Collections. Program space is limited and seating will be first-come, first-served. Doors open at 10:45am for the program. If you miss the first show, don’t fret: we’ll have a second dino-program at 1pm! Riley fans, you’ll also have the opportunity to purchase a Riley the First Grade Paleontologist t-shirt! (All proceeds of Riley’s t-shirt sales go to United Way in support of those affected by the tornadoes of April 27.)
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LEARN MORE AND GET DIRECTIONS.
Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association Decatur Jaycees' Riverfest, Boom Days, Eva Frontier Days, Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride®, Hartselle Depot Days Festival, 3rd Friday Downtown Decatur, Moon Dance The Land Trust of Huntsville & North Alabama, Grape Stomp Morgan Creek Winery, and the Racking Horse World Celebration at the Morgan County Celebration Arena all take place this weekend in North Alabama!!!
Free Campfire Talks Friday & Saturday Night at DeSoto State Park
Free C
9 p.m.
Topic -- Parasites of Little River -- great for homeschooling families.
Here are the details:
Join us for a fun campfire talk in the great outdoors!
Dr. Benjie Blair of JSU returns to talk about more creepy
crawlies that would like to make a home...inside of you!
Seating is limited, so bring your own comfortable camp chair if you wish.
Where: DeSoto’s Campfire Ring in the Improved Campground
(In case of inclement weather will be located in Nature Center)
Time: 8:00-9:00 p.m.
Fee: Free to the Public; Great for all ages! Call DSP at 256.997.5025 for any info.
Friday, September 9 · 8:00pm - 9:00pm | |
Location | DeSoto State Park |
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DeSoto State Park~Fort Payne, Alabama
CAN'T MAKE IT FRIDAY NIGHT?
HERE ARE THE DETAILS FOR SATURDAY:
Saturday, September 10 · 8:00pm - 9:00pm | |
Location | DeSoto State Park |
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More Info | Join us for a fun campfire talk in the great outdoors! JSU microbiologist Dr. Benjie Blair will explain how the creatures you can't see affect you every day. Seating is limited, so bring your own comfortable camp chair if you wish. Where: DeSoto’s Campfire Ring in the Improved Campground (In case of inclement weather will be located in Nature Center) Time: 8:00-9:00 p.m. Fee: Free to the Public; Great for all ages! Call DSP at 256.997.5025 for any info. |
SUNDAY --
Free Pizza Dough Technique Class at Williams Sonoma Sunday
Free pizza technique class Sunday at Williams Sonoma...
Bridge Street Town Centre Huntsville This starts on Sunday! Dine Out at PF Chang's, Cantina Laredo, SmokeHouse or Scene!
DEALS --
Birmingham Bargain Mom Save at O'Charley's this weekend...
TELEVISION --
Hallmark Channel USA LOVE BEGINS exclusive sticker just for you when you check-in to #LoveBegins on @GetGlue for the premiere of the Hallmark Channel Original Movie, Saturday, September 17 @ 9p/8c!
ALAPARK.ORG EVENTS
2011 XTERRA Alabama Trail Run Series |
9/17/2011 to 11/13/2011 |
The Alabama State Parks are proud to
host the 2011 XTERRA Alabama Trail Run Series. Three races at three
different state park beginning on September 17, 2011. |
Email Tim@dirtyspokes.com or Call (256) 488-5115 |
Guided Hike Lake Guntersville State Park |
9/17/2011 |
Lickskillet and Old Lickskillet Trail
9:00 a.m.
These trails follow an old pioneer road and an old Indian path. The
foundation of an old log cabin is located on the Old Lickskillet Trail.
Meet at the country store located at the main campground. |
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Email patti.donnellan@dcnr.alabama.gov or Call (256) 571-5440 |
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Meet @ Marina - Come explore the new
Lake Trail and ask the Naturalist questions about what you see. It will
be a short hike for the whole family to enjoy.
Starts at 10a.m. at the Marina - bring water with you.
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Email oakmountain.naturalist@dcnr.alabama.gov or Call (205) 620-2520 LIST AND LINKS OF HOW TO FIND MORE TO DO ACROSS THE STATE: GO HERE FOR A FULL LIST OF BIRMINGHAM EVENTS FOR ALL AGES. GO HERE FOR A FULL LIST OF HUNTSVILLE DECATUR MADISON EVENTS FOR ALL AGES. GO HERE FOR A FULL LIST OF MONTGOMERY EVENTS FOR ALL AGES. GO HERE FOR A FULL LIST OF MOBILE EVENTS FOR ALL AGES. GO HERE FOR A FULL LIST OF TUSCALOOSA EVENTS FOR ALL AGES. GO HERE FOR STATE PARK EVENTS. MY LIST OF HOT SPOTS IF YOU WANT TO HIT THE ROAD:
Hours: Old Alabama Town is open Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Our last ticket is sold at 3 p.m. We're closed on Sundays, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Admission: Adults, $10; Children ages 6-18, $5. Free to ages 5 and younger. A 10 percent discount is offered to AAA, military and seniors. Go here to check them out.Cathedral Caverns -- Go here
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The first thing you notice about Cathedral Caverns is the massive entrance. The huge opening measures 126 feet wide and 25 feet high. And it gets even better. Inside the cavern, you will find Big Rock Canyon, Mystery River and some of the most beautiful formations Mother Nature has ever created. Among them, you will see Stalagmite Mountain, The Frozen Waterfall and Goliath, a huge stalagmite column that reaches the ceiling of the cave some 45 feet above! Cathedral Caverns is the perfect field trip for your school, church or other group. You can visit anytime, as the cave maintains a comfortable 60-degree temperature year round. Call and make plans today and you will see why we are excited about Alabama's newest state park!
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Covered Bridges of Blount County -
See the remaining 3 bridges still standing.
Go here to
get a list and more info.
NOCCALULA FALLS - GADSDEN
It's free to see the falls.
They do charge admission for the park area:
Sequoyah Caverns - Fort Payne
Monday- Saturday
8:30- 5:00
Sunday
Closed
Caverns Admission
Adults $15.95
Child (4-12) $8.95
Under 4 Free
Group Rates
$10.95/$5.95
(15 or More)
GO HERE FOR MORE
INFORMATION AND DIRECTIONS.
DeSoto Caverns -- order your tickets online and save $1 per ticket:
Adult
Caverns Tour $18.99
ONE YEAR Adult Cave Tour for just $5 more
$23.99
Child Caverns Tour (ages 3-11)
$16.99
ONE YEAR Child Cave Tour for just $5 more
$21.99
HUNTSVILLE EARLY WORKS MUSEUM FOR KIDS
Civil War soldiers, a Talking Tree and whimmy diddles - see them all at the EarlyWorks Museums- Alabama Constitution Village, the Historic Huntsville Depot and EarlyWorks Children's History Museum.
Individual Admission | Adult | Senior | Youth | Toddler |
Earlyworks Children's Museum | 12.00 | 10.00 | 10.00 | 5.00 |
Constitution Village | 12.00 | 10.00 | 10.00 | 5.00 |
Huntsville Depot | 12.00 | 10.00 | 10.00 | 5.00 |
2 Museums | 20.00 | 15.00 | 15.00 | 5.00 |
THE WORKS - all 3 | 25.00 | 20.00 | 20.00 | 5.00 |
TALLADEGA MOTOR SPEEDWAY HALL OF FAME
MUSEUM
Admission: $12 for adults, $5 for kids age 6-12 and free for kids age 5 and younger.
Hours: Open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 7 days a week with the exception of major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Easter). Extended summer hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 7 days a weekGO HERE.
Bucks Pocket and High Falls -- Go here.
Palisades Park in Blount
County -- Go here. They've got a great new kids area that just opened in May.
Horseshoe Bend
Military Park -- Go here
Decatur - Pest Control Insect Museum -- great for kids. Go here.
Little River Canyon in Fort Payne is a nature lovers' paradise. Hike down to the bottom of the gorge, check out the falls up close and enjoy some majestic birds.
You'll spot hawks, eagles, vultures and falcons from overlooks. Take a picnic.
There are also a ton of kid friendly parks in downtown Fort Payne. Go here
www.nps.gov/liri
Ruffner Mountain Nature Center in East Lake -- They've got new nature center and trails galore. Go here
Anniston Museum of Natural History
Adult/$6
Senior Citizen (age 60+)/$5.50
Child(4–17)/$5 & ages 3 & under/free
This is a fun museum to explore.
Go here for more info.
Tuesday–Saturday, 10am–5 p.m. Sunday 1–5 p.m.
Rickwood Caverns State Park in Hayden
It's $1 to get in and enjoy just the park, trails and playground.
Cave tours are only available on weekends.
Saturday and Sunday schedule:
10:15 a.m.
12:15 p.m.
2:15 & 4:15
Cave Tour Admission Fee:
Age 12 to adult: $10
Age 6 to 11: $5
Under age 6: FREE with parent or guardian
Group discount: $2 off each person for groups of 25 or more.
Go here for directions and more.
Oak Mountain State Park
Go here.
Check out the Alabama Wildlife Refuge Center.
The Wildlife Center: Located in Oak Mountain State Park, it is the largest wildlife rehabilitation center in Alabama and cares for over 2,000 injured and orphaned wild creatures each year. Visitors may view the rehabilitation process through one-way glass and learn about native species.
$3 for adults
Mt. Cheaha --
The tallest point in Alabama is a beautiful drive through the mountains. Take Bald Rock trail out to a gorgeous overlook.
Bring a picnic for sure. There are some great hiking trails.
Go here for admission, hours and directions.
Southern Museum of Flight by the Birmingham Airport
Get the details here:
Colorful Kite Tales Exhibit & Programs
Colorful Kite Tales Exhibition chronicles the colorful history and science of kites. These sixteen panels and an array of kites detail kite basics and historical kiting events Developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Services and on loan by the Drachen Foundation of Seattle, Washington.
Free with Museum Admission
Members Free
Group Tours with Hand-on Kite-Making Available - $7 per person
Active military and their families are admitted free.
Adults are $6, Seniors & students are $5 - children 3 and under are free.
Open Tuesday through Saturday 9:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Vulcan Park is also another option.
Go here to learn more about their coming events.
Daily Admission Rates (plus tax) 10 am - 6 pm:
(Includes park grounds, Vulcan Center Museum and Observation Balcony)
$6 Adults
$5 Seniors (65+)
$4 Children ages 5-12
Children 4 years and under are admitted free.
Helen Keller Birthplace in Tuscumbia, AL.
Go here for directions, description and more.
They also have some great kids games and information for you to share with your kids before you get there.
Address:
300 North Commons Street, West
Tuscumbia, Alabama 35674
(256) 383-4066
Hours:
Monday through Saturday 8:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Last tour starts at 3:45 p.m. daily
Home Tour Admission:
Adults..........................................$6.00
Students ages 5 -18..................$2.00
Seniors & "AAA" members......$5.00
Military (Active and Retired).....$5.00
Group of 20 or more..................Adults $5 & Children $1.50 (Group reservations requested)
American Village in Montevallo -
Go here for directions, hours and admission.
Mondays - Fridays from 10-4 PM
Bellingrath Gardens - Mobile
Go here
USS ALABAMA -- MOBILE
Go here