River Heritage

Attractions

The historic marker honors Yoholo-Micco, Creek Chief of Eufaula Town, includes excerpts from his 1836 speech to the Alabama Legislature in tuscaloosa.
Admission: Free
Large number of fossils, rifles used in Civil War, spinning wheel, Indian artifacts, military uniforms, farming implements. One-room cabin constructed of logs dating back to mid-1840s.
Admission: Free
Water flows over table inscribed with names of those who died during the modern Civil Rights Movement. Wall inscribed with excerpt from Book of Amos quoted in historic speech by Martin Luther King, Jr.
Admission: Admission is $2 for adults and free for children 17 and under.
Constructed in 1852 using fat, light-wood stumps for its foundation. Board shingles split by hand. Wooden pulpit and original benches date from when this was the center of community life.
Admission: Free
When Confederate Armory moved to Tallassee, 3 homes were constructed on King St. by Confederate government to house officers in command. Only 2 of 3 houses remain, now used as offices.
Admission: Free
Dedicated to memory of Dale Co. Confederate soldiers who fought in War Between the States (1861–1865). Erected in 1903 by Stonewall Chapter of the UDC.
Admission: Free
Canoe/sit-on-top kayak rentals down Coosa River. Life jackets/paddles included. Class II & III rapids, breathtaking scenery. Bring fishing poles.
Admission: Unknown
Accepted: Personal Checks, Travelers Checks
Former military-run course. Excellent layout, exceptional greens. Number of holes: 9   Par: 36   Championship Yardage: 3500 yds.   "
Admission: Unknown
Accepted: Personal Checks, Travelers Checks
1847 building in continuous use as lodge and for community activities.
Admission: Free
Parsonage provides public access to residence formerly occupied by Dr. Martin Luther King and his family (1954–1960). Interpretive Center chronicles history of era that led to Montgomery bus boycott and Civil Rights Movement.
Admission: Admission Charged
Located on Auburn University campus. Home of 150 different tree species native to Alabama and Southeast. Guide map will distinguish each species as you stroll along trails.
Admission: Free
Development of 50 acres in progress. First 14 acres of Southern Gardens include rose, herb, daylily, camellia, native azalea, meditation and butterfly gardens plus demonstration gardens, nature trail, wooded areas and 1-acre pond.
Admission: Free
Built in 1915, represents important cultural influence in the area. Theatrical productions, ballets and symphony performances held at this landmark.
Admission: Free
Stroll downtown Opelika with self-guided tour to learn about town's history. Brochure can be acquired at downtown retail shops, chamber or Main Street office.
Admission: Free
6-ft. statue of Dr. Carver, inventor of more than 300 uses for peanuts.
Admission: Free
One of Alabama's oldest operating hardware stores, opened 1889. Interior and exterior remains virtually unaltered. Still maintains large inventory of hardware and hard-to-find items.
Admission: Free
6 classes of championship stock car racing. Action every Sat. night mid-Mar.–Oct. Special events include demo-derby, fireworks, sprint cars and more.
Admission: Admission charged
Accepted: Personal Checks, Travelers Checks, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover
365 acres (92 water). One of top bass fishing lakes in Alabama. Picnicking, concessions, 3.1-mi./5-km walking trail, boat rental, fishing licenses, pavilion. Also: Sam Dale Park and Monument. Educational field trips, family reunions, tournaments.
Admission: Free

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