Alabama Music Hall of Fame
617 Highway 72 Tuscumbia, AL 35674
History
There’s so much history to discover at our interactive museums and historic sites.
With a long history of habitation by indigenous cultures and reputation as a critical position in the Civil War, Florence and The Shoals are home to a rich history and many historical sites and museums. Ivy Green, the Birthplace of Helen Keller, is one of the area’s most famous attractions. Visitors can tour Keller’s childhood home and view original furnishings, personal mementos, and books.
Music History
Music lovers will appreciate a stop at the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, which highlights famous performers from Elvis to Lionel Richie. You can also see where the blues were born at the W.C. Handy Birthplace, Museum & Library. Read more about music history here.
Civil War History
Pope’s Tavern and Museum offers a glimpse into the past as a famous Civil War stagecoach stop, makeshift hospital, inn, and tavern for both Union and Confederate forces. The Edith Newman Culver Memorial Museum takes visitors inside a historic home filled with Civil War relics and Native American artifacts. Read more about Native American history here.
Belle Mont Mansion
1569 Cook Lane Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Edith Newman Culver Memorial Museum
501 Main St Waterloo, AL 35677
Florence Indian Mound and Museum
Florence Indian Mound and Museum 1028 S Court Street Florence, AL 35630
Florence Lauderdale Public Library
Florence-Lauderdale Public Library 350 N. Wood Avenue Florence, AL 35630
Ivy Green - Helen Keller Birthplace
300 N Commons St W Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area
UNA Box 5231 Florence, AL 35632
Pope's Tavern and Museum
Pope's Tavern and Museum 203 Hermitage Drive FL 35630
The Forks of Cypress
Florence, AL 35630
Tom's Wall
Florence, AL 35630
W. C. Handy Birthplace, Museum & Library
W. C. Handy Birthplace, Museum & Library 620 W College Street Florence, AL 35630
Wilson Dam
Florence, AL 35630
Native American Culture
Step back in time and experience the Native American history of the Tennessee River Valley.
Arts & Culture
The scenic Tennessee River Valley is a hot spot for creativity and keeps local artists feeling...
Family Fun
Find out about the best activities and attractions for families in Florence and the Shoals.
