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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.

National Museum of Naval Aviation

1750 Radford Blvd
Pensacola, FL 32508
(850) -453-2389
(800) -327-5002
namfoffice@navalaviationmuseum.org
www.navalaviationmuseum.org
National Museum of Naval Aviation


The National Naval Aviation Museum features nearly 300,000 square feet of displays and is one of the world’s largest aviation museums. Located aboard Pensacola Naval Air Station, the Museum boasts more than 150 beautifully restored aircraft representing Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard aviation. Among the countless things to touch, see and experience are the thrilling flight simulators, incredible exhibits and exciting IMAX® films. Museum admission is free. Open everyday from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. For more information, visit our website.

Mobile Bay Ferry

51 State Highway 180 West
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) -861-3000
lcurtis@hornblowermarine.com
www.mobilebayferry.com


Vehicle/passenger ferry operating between Dauphin Island and Fort Morgan. Daily departures every 1 1/2 hours. Check our website for rates and schedule.

Landmark Tours

26 Hoffren Drive
Fairhope, AL 36533
(251) -928-0207
fun@landmarktours.com
www.landmarktours.com
Landmark Tours


Day tours aboard luxury buses. Trips planned for your group of 20 or more. We'll visit historical mansions, Civil War relics, forts and museums, nature centers, hikes, zoos, boat sightings of dolphins and alligators.

Historic Blakeley State Park

34745 State Hwy 225
Spanish Fort, AL 36577
(251) -626-0798
blakeleypark@aol.com
www.blakeleypark.com


Visit the site of the last major battle of the Civil War. Enjoy 10-1/2 miles of hiking and bike trails, RV and primitive camping and a serene boardwalk next to the Tensaw River.

Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center & IMAX® Dome Theater

65 Government Street
Mobile, AL 36633
(251) -208-6873
(877) -625-4FUN
www.exploreum.com
Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center & IMAX® Dome Theater


A hands-on science adventure! This playground for the mind has more than 150 interactive exhibits, larger-than-life IMAX Dome films, and the all new My Body Works health gallery presented by Infirmary Health System. The Exploreum is a great destination for family fun and entertainment!

Gulf Shores Museum

244 West 19th Avenue
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) -968-1473
museum@gulfshoresal.gov
www.gulfshoresal.gov/specialevents/museum.html


Hurricane Hunters in an exciting video. Visit Fishing the Lagoon: A Way of Life. See gear used to fish and shrimp on the Gulf Coast and in Little Lagoon. View a weather video from our collection. Special exhibits, films and other events offered throughout the year. Free admission.

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

51 State Highway 180 West
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
(251) -540-7127
ftmorganprograms@gmail.com
www.ft-morgan.com/


"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.

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