Alabama's newest botanical garden. 30 acres of shade gardens featuring many varieties of hydrangeas and native plants and trees. 3-acre wildflower garden. Nature trail around 7-acre lake. Annual, perennial and herb gardens.
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German P.O.W. museum/archives documenting Camp Aliceville (1943–45). Coca-Cola assembly line equipment (1948–78). Pickens Co. military and agricultural history exhibits.
Admission: Admission charged
World's brightest performers in music, dance and live theater. Four venues designed to accommodate every artistic form. Located at the University of Alabama in Birmingham.
Admission: Admission charged
Accepted: Personal Checks, Travelers Checks
A full-scale garden center with a tremendous selection of perennials, native plants, annuals, trees and shrubs complete with outstanding service, garden design and installation and a variety of garden-related gift items.
Admission: Unknown
19th- and 20th-century Victorian and Neoclassical business structures. Federal Building made of marble.
Admission: Free
Trees, shrubs, hanging baskets, seasonal items, large selection of azaleas, foundation shrubs, etc.
Admission: Unknown
Open to the public. Least expensive course to play. 2 sets of tees per hole allow play as an 18-hole course.
Number of holes: 9
Par: 35
Championship Yardage: 2875 yds.
Admission: Unknown
Accepted: Personal Checks
Located at crest of one of Anniston’s beautiful mountains. Pro shop, golf supplies, concessions, cart rentals.
Admission: Unknown
Accepted: Personal Checks
Displays include dinosaurs and fossils, mammals in open dioramas, 400-species bird collection, 2 authentic Egyptian mummies, walk-through replica of Alabama cave, children’s discovery room, nature trails, changing art exhibits, picnic areas and gift store.
Admission: Admission charged
Fine collection of genealogical research records, Civil War records, etc. Anniston Room is collection of local memorabilia. ALABENTON Genealogical Society headquartered in library.
Admission: Free
In 1903, Attalla (founded 1870) was home to 1st hydroelectric generator in world, becoming 1st city completely powered by water, and birthplace of Alabama Power. More than 20 antique stores—an antique enthusiast's dream.
Admission: Free
Accepted: Personal Checks, Travelers Checks
Flower arrangements, lots of seasonal plants, variety of hanging baskets, lots of concrete pots, and a gift shop with bird houses, candles, topiary.
Admission: Unknown
From large waterfalls to quiet streams, plus Birmingham’s best selection of fountains in every size. Build your own waterfall or pond and get expert water gardening advice from friendly, helpful staff.
Admission: Unknown
Accepted: Personal Checks, Travelers Checks, MasterCard, Visa
Decorative arts museum, built c. 1850. Fine collection of 19th-century furniture, textiles, silver, paintings. Site where Union troops planned burning of University of Alabama. Gardens for weddings, tearoom for meetings and food-service events.
Admission: Admission charged
Accepted: Personal Checks, Travelers Checks
Course built entirely by hand.
Number of holes: 9
Par: 72
Championship Yardage: 6091 yds.
Admission: Unknown
Memorabilia, exhibits, research opportunities for historians and genealogists. Located in historic courthouse.
Admission: Free
Saturday night music shows with as many as 25 different entertainers, professional and amateur. Country, gospel, blues, comedy. Different show every Sat. Free refreshments.
Admission: Free
Admission: Unknown
Accepted: Travelers Checks, MasterCard, Visa, American Express