💬 What Parents Say

  • 💡Start your visit at the beginning of the chronological layout to experience Alabama's history from Indian cultures through present times in logical order, making the narrative flow easier to follow
  • 💡Plan to spend several hours exploring the museum—visitors report there is extensive information across multiple eras with numerous artifacts and exhibits worth taking time to fully appreciate
  • 💡Take advantage of the free admission to visit without cost, and explore the interactive exhibits and 'Grandma's Attic' children's area which offer both educational and entertaining experiences for all ages
  • 💡Bring children to the dedicated children's museum area and look for the special kid-friendly explanatory signs throughout the main museum that make the exhibits accessible and engaging for younger visitors
  • 💡Attend the 'Food for Thought' lecture series (held May through August) to deepen your understanding of Alabama history topics through expert presentations

Hours

Monday8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Sunday1–2 PM

Museum of Alabama

★★★★☆ 4.7 (97 reviews)
📍 142-158 S Union St, Montgomery, AL 36104
Type
Natural History Museum
Focus
Alabama history, archives, and preservation since 1901
Highlights
Collection Spotlight exhibits, Alabama History Hub primary sources and lesson plans
Programming
Food for Thought lecture series, research consultations, virtual volunteering
Location
Montgomery, AL

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