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History of Gulf Shores Area
Forget the textbooks and the classroom chalkboards; experience history of the Gulf Shores area first-hand. From the early Native American settlements and the legacy of Spanish explorers, to the Civil War battle where Admiral David Farragut issued the infamous command "Damn the torpedoes! Full speed ahead!" history buffs will find fascinating stories.

Battle of Mobile Bay Civil War Trail
The Battle of Mobile Bay Civil War Trail stretches from the Gulf of Mexico over 90 miles to north Mobile County, and documents the military movements and way of life on and around Mobile Bay during the Battle of the Bay (August 1864) and the Overland Campaign (March - May, 1865). A series of interpretive signs at more than a dozen sites tell the stories of the ship captains, fort commanders and fighting men who lived these historic events.

Fort Mims, Gulf Coast Exploreum & More
From Fort Mims and Fort Gaines historic sites to the Bellingrath Gardens & Home and the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center, there are plenty of ways to learn about the history of the Gulf Shores area without stepping into a classroom.

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USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park

USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park
2703 Battleship Parkway
Mobile, AL 36601
(251) -433-2703
(800)  GANGWAY
btunnell@ussalabama.com
www.ussalabama.com
USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park


Visitors will be able to tour the Battleship USS ALABAMA, the submarine USS DRUM, view over 25 military aircraft, as well as various military tanks and equipment.

Fort Gaines Historic Site

51 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
(251) -861-6992
fortgaines@dauphinisland.org
www.dauphinisland.org/fort.htm


Where History spans three centuries. The role of Fort Gaines in the Battle of Mobile Bay, one of the wars most notable naval conflicts. Open seven days a week, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: Adult 13 & up $6.00, Children 5-12 $ 4.00.

Fort Mims Historic Site

60075 Hwy 59
Tensaw, AL 36579
(251) -533-9024
claudia_cmpbll@yahoo.com
www.fortmims.org


Located at Hwy 59 N and County Road 80 W in Tensaw. Where over 500 Pioneer settlers were killed by warring Creek Indians on this site. Fort Mims is an Alabama treasure buried on five acres of land in the deep Tensaw woods and awaiting your discovery!

Fort Morgan

110 State Highway 180 West
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) -540-5257
ftmorganprograms@gmail.com
www.fortmorgan.org


"Damn the torpedoes. Full speed ahead!" You can almost hear the command of Admiral David Farragut as he led his troops into the battle of Mobile Bay. Today Fort Morgan is a testament to the evolution of American coast defense fortifications from 1834 to World War II. It's a history lesson waiting to be explored.

City of Foley Museum Archives and Model Train Exhibit

125 E Laurel Ave
Foley, AL 36535
(251) -943-1818
foleymuseum@gulftel.com
www.foleyrailroadmuseum.com


This layout represents the 1930's -1950's era, when the rail lines were in the transition of being run by steam to running on diesel fuel. Admission is free. The model trains are in operation on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Baldwin County Heritage Museum

25521 Highway 98
Elberta, AL 36530
(251) -986-8375
bchm@gulftel.com
www.baldwincountyheritagemuseum.com


We represent the grass roots of our society by providing a place for visitors to experience the heritage and share the ethnic and farming culture of Baldwin County.

Bellingrath Gardens and Home

12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd
Theodore, AL 36582
(251) -973-2217
(800) -247-8420
bellingrath@bellingrath.org
www.bellingrath.org


Visit the 2004 Top Public Rose Garden in the US located at Mobile’s Bellingrath Gardens and Home. After meandering through this 65-acre site, tour the original Bellingrath Home or take a scenic 45-minute cruise on the Southern Belle & Kingfisher as it travels along Fowl River.

Alabama's Coastal Connection Scenic Byway

Alabama's Coastal Connection Scenic Byway


Beautiful beaches, authentic downtowns, wildlife preserves, historic sites and fresh-off-the-boat seafood are all yours to enjoy along Alabama’s Coastal Connection. Experience the link between the traditions of the Deep South and laid-back island lifestyle and connect with the waters, ways and wildlife of Alabama’s Gulf Coast.

Weeks Bay Nat'l Estuarine Research Reserve

11300 Hwy 98
Fairhope, AL 36532
(251) -928-9792
marcia@weeksbay.org
www.weeksbay.org


This public research and education facility includes an interpretive center with indoor displays, live animals, and forested boardwalk trails within 6,600 acres of protected estuarine habitats.

The Holmes Medical Museum

111 West Laurel Ave
Foley,  36535
(251) -943-1818


Mon - Friday 10:am -4:00pm.The Holmes Medical Museum is one of a few medical museums that are actually housed in the original hospital. The hospital, on the second floor of the Stelk Building, served South Baldwin County from 1936 until 1958. Artifacts on display are from the by-gone days of early medicine. Admission is FREE.

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