One of the larger privately owned collections of George and Martha Washington artifacts in America. Large portion of portraits, letters, china, silver from a direct descendant of Martha Washington. Also Robert E. Lee family artifacts.
Columbiana
Twent-five miles east of Birmingham is Columbiana, a charming small town rich in Southern history and hospitality. A trip here would not be complete without a tour of the Old Shelby County Courthouse, which was built in 1854, and the Karl C. Harrison Museum of George Washington, which houses a fine collection of heirlooms from America’s First Family.
Attractions
Tee times available 5 days in advance. Golf carts available. Driving range.
Number of holes: 18
Par: 68
Admission: Unknown
Accepted: Personal Checks, Travelers Checks, MasterCard, Visa, American Express
Housed in Shelby County's old courthouse. Home to extensive collection of research materials and artifacts. Also maintains original Shelby County Courthouse records and newspapers. Operated by Shelby County Historical Society, Inc.
Admission: Free
One of 2 such mills in the South at the outbreak of the Civil War. This plant produced armor that covered hull of famous Confederate gunboat Tennessee.
Admission: Free
The museum includes family artifacts from Confederate General Robert E. Lee.
Admission: Free
Accommodations
Phone: 205-669-4241
Fax: 205-669-1364
Accepted: Personal Checks, MasterCard, Visa, American Express