Great horses, friendly guides. See beautiful Alabama from horseback. Seasoned riders as well as novices are welcome. Plan for 2–4 hrs. of relaxing riding pleasure.
Alabama Constitution Village
Street address:
109 Gates Ave.
Huntsville, AL 35801
Phone:
256-564-8100
Fax:
256-564-8151
Toll free:
800-678-1819
Schedule:
Open Mar.–May and Sept.–Dec.: Sat. 9–4; June–Aug.: Sat. 10–5.
Mailing:
404 Madison St.
Huntsville, AL 35801
Discount:
senior, group, child, AAA
Admission:
Admission charged
Accepted:
Personal Checks
Travelers Checks
GPS:
34.729145, -86.584157
Living history museum where costumed guides lead visitors on tour of working village (1805–1819). Cabinetmaker’s shop, print shop, confectionary shop, library, post office. Commemorates place where 1819 Constitutional Convention was held.
| Admission Charge | |
| Adults | $10 |
| Seniors (55 ) | $8 |
| Youth (4-17) | $8 |
| Toddlers (1-3) | No Charge |
Accessibility:
Mobility Impaired (ramps, toilet access from side of wheelchair, wheelchairs available, designated parking spaces)
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