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    Anniston Museum of Natural History

    Museums, Recreational | Anniston in Calhoun County  

    Explore the wilds of Africa, the wonders of the North American wilderness and the mysteries of 2,300 year-old Egyptian Mummies in the Anniston Museum of Natural History. More than 2,000 natural history items are on permanent display. Children can get “ …

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    Anniston Performing Arts Center

    Museums | Anniston in Calhoun County  

    A name associated with music in the Model City back to the early 1900’s was that of Carrie McClure Knox, the daughter of Anniston lawyer John B. and Mrs. Knox. 1301 Woodstock Avenue Anniston, AL 36207 http://www.knoxconcertseries.org/venue/  (256) 235- …

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    Berman Museum of World History

    Museums | Anniston in Calhoun County  

    See Colonel Berman’s incredible and fascinating collection including weapons of espionage like a flute that shoots! Thousands of objects on exhibit: bronzes by Remington and Russell; rare and ornate weapons; Asian art; Colt Peacemakers and Winchesters; …

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    Chambers County Museum

    Museums | Lafayette in Chambers County  

    Located in the former Central of Georgia railway depot, the Chambers County Museum contains a rich variety of exhibits reflecting life in the county as it was in yesteryear. The depot itself is of masonry construction with a tile roof built in 1908 aft …

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    Cross Plains Depot and Museum

    Museums | Piedmont in Calhoun County  

    Construction began before the Civil War and was completed in 1869 for this facility known as the “Crossroads of the Southeast” during the 1880s. National Register of Historic places. Located in Piedmont. 33.9245454, -85.61135009999998 Piedmont 256-447- …

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    Dr. J.C. Francis’ Medical Museum & Apothecary

    Museums | Jacksonville in Calhoun County  

    Enter the days of “biting the bullet” in this 1850s general practitioner’s office and apothecary. Examine books, drug bottles, instruments and medical equipment used by physicians and pharmacists of the period. Located on Gayle Avenue in Jacksonville. …

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    Fred’s Grave (Rockford’s Town Dog)

    Museums | Rockford in Coosa County  

    Rockford’s adopted mascot, Fred the dog, died on December 23, 2002 in a Birmingham animal hospital from a mysterious animal bite. Fred had been a celebrated fixture of the community since he showed up and was nursed back to health in 1993. Though he mo …

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    Isabel Anderson Comer Museum & Arts Center

    Museums | Sylacauga in Talladega County  

    Fine permanent art collection, Indian artifacts, other archaeological finds. Sylacauga History Room, Pioneer Room, Civil War exhibit, WWII memorabilia. Jim Nabors, Bill Nichols, Gen. J.W. Crysel memorabilia. Art exhibits change monthly.

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    Motor Sports Hall of Fame

    Motorsports, Museums | Talladega in Talladega County  

    One of the International Motorsports Hall of Fame’s highlight features is the Motorsports Museum. Spanning three buildings and the enclosed courtyard, this collection of history making vehicles is priceless. Address:  3366 Speedway Blvd. Talladega, AL …

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    Old Rock Jail & Museum

    Historic Structures, Museums | Rockford in Coosa County  

    The old Coosa County Jail, also called Old Rock Jail, was built in what would become Rockford in 1825. Today it is a museum and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is open only for certain occasions, though the exterior is publicl …

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    Oscar C. Dunn Rotary Environmental Center

    Agri-Tourism, Museums, Trails | Jackson's Gap in Tallapoosa County  

    The Oscar C. Dunn Rotary Environmental Center is part of Easter Seals Camp ASCCA, a nationally recognized leader in providing outdoor therapeutic recreation for children and adults with disabilities.  Located on the far northern part of Lake Martin,  t …

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    Oxford Performing Arts Center & Art Galleries

    Arts, Museums | Oxford in Calhoun County  

      Oxford’s performance and concert venue accommodates 1,130  and is built in the heart of downtown. Now in its third year of operation, the Oxford Performing Arts Center has become a thriving cultural destination to locals and visitors bringing a …

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Welcome to East Alabama

From the mountains in the north to the nearly endless lakes and rivers found throughout, you’ll discover natural resources like nowhere else. Outfitters in our area will gladly help you plan your own trip or take you to some of the most beautiful and hidden places in the region.
Outfitters are also a great way to see if you are ready to go all in, get the equipment you need and become a nature fanatic! While you are here, visit our historic downtowns, relax in one of the many bed and breakfasts, inns or more traditional hotels and enjoy some of our food, from old-fashioned Southern cooking and the best BBQ anywhere to fine dining.

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