Gulf Coast Region Alabama Tourism
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Dauphin Island Sea Lab - Dauphin Island, Alabama
Dauphin Island Sea Lab - Dauphin Island, Alabama
Focused on educating the public, doing marine science research, coastal zone management policy and marine science education this facility reaches deeply into the concerns and future of the waterways of the Gulf Coast Region. The facility was founded in 1971 by the State Legislature and is Alabama's marine science education and research laboratory. The island is situated in the Gulf of Mexico and is surrounded by Mobile Bay, Mississippi Sound and the waters of the Gulf. With this location it is a perfect location for a wide range of marine science activity.
Magee Farm - Kushla, Alabama
Magee Farm - Kushla, Alabama
The Magee Farmhouse has been part of the Kushla community since it was built in 1848. In all those years there have been four families that have lived within its walls. The two story house was built by black slaves, as were the outbuildings. It was the largest private residence for several miles once it was completed. The skill of the slave builders was excellent as the house has stood with very little help or repair since it was constructed.
St. Stephens Historical Park - St. Stephens, Alabama
St. Stephens Historical Park - St. Stephens, Alabama
History is available in many different venues in Alabama; you can enjoy so many different places and sites while learning about the states history. One of the delightful places to visit, with so much history to learn about, is the St. Stephens Historical Park. This 200 acre park includes a 90 acre quarry lake with white-sand beaches, walking trails through the streets of Old Capital Town and camping, boating and more.
Annual Alex City Jazz Fest - Alexander City, Alabama
Annual Alex City Jazz Fest - Alexander City, Alabama
Mixing your Alabama tourism adventure with some great jazz has to be some of the most exciting things that you will experience. You can attend the FREE tow-day event in Alexander City at Strand Park in Downtown Alexander City on Friday and at the Lake Martin Amphitheater on Saturday.
Some of the best entertainers in jazz anywhere are always showing up for this outstanding event. There are normally more than 10,000 people that come to hear great jazz and see the entertainers that are there to put on a top notch show. They perform on a stage erected downtown in Strand Park on Friday night and then at the Amphitheater on Saturday.
Birding at the Audubon Bird Sanctuary on Dauphin Island
Birders heading to Alabama’s Gulf Shore won’t want to miss the Audubon Bird Sanctuary on Dauphin Island. Whether you are spending time camping on Dauphin Island or just plan to visit this beautiful island on a weekend trip, the Audubon Bird Sanctuary is well worth a visit.
