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Historic places in Huntsville

6 historic buildings, sites and memorials in Huntsville.

Ranked with the travel guide's picks and well-known places first.

Historic places in Huntsville

  1. See

    EarlyWorks Children's History Museum

    The South's largest hands-on children's history museum. See a 46-foot keelboat, play on giant instruments, and listen to stories told by the "Talking Tree."

    Tue-Sat 9AM-4PM$10 for adults, $8 for children, and $4 for toddlers

  2. See

    Five Points Historic District

    Five Points Historic District is an example of an early 20th-century neighborhood featuring several architectural styles, including California Bungalow, Queen Anne and other modest Victorian styles. The Five Points district has become one of Huntsville's trendiest neighborhoods, with small shops, art galleries, and restaurants lining the streets in the area.

  3. See

    Historic Huntsville Depot

    Mid-1800s era railroad depot used as a prison for Civil War soldiers. Various festivals are held here throughout the year, including the Rocket City BBQ Festival in May. Open Wednesday through Saturday, March through October.

    $7 for adults, $6 for children and seniors

  4. See

    Weeden House Museum

    A house built in 1819, the same year Alabama became a state. Located in the Twickenham Historic District.

    Mon-Fri 11AM-4PM$5 adults, $2.50 children

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    Green Bus Brewing

    Located in a 150-year-old building just off the historic square. This nano brewery specializes in small batches which creates a diverse and ever-changing tap list.

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    Honest Coffee Roasters

    Roaster and coffee shop in Historic Downtown.

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Huntsville (CC BY-SA 4.0).