Bronze plaques in honor of women who made significant contributions on a state, national or international level during their lifetime.
The Old Marion Depot
Street address:
Washington St.
Marion, AL 36756
Phone:
334-683-9622
Fax:
334-683-4561
Mailing:
Perry Co. Chamber, P.O. Box 951
Marion, AL 36756
Admission:
Free
Built 1910. Restored 1998. Serves as Chamber office and visitor information center.
When the Alabama Entrepreneurial Research Network from the University of Alabama called and wanted to know if Marion would be interested in a Small Business Research Center, the chamber worked with them. Because of this partnership, Marion/Perry County has the research resources for our citizens who are interested in beginning or improving their business and making it become a reality. This center is set up at the Depot to assist you with business research, business plans and professional help in operations.
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