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Montgomery Visitor Guide Winter 2012
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Event-FullOur calendar’s action-packed
Chew on This or Chow DownTake a bite of our vibrant restaurant scene
Come & PlayCulture, history, family fun: Explore it all
www.visitingmontgomery.com
Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce
PresidentRandall L. George
Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce
Convention & Visitor Bureau Vice PresidentDawn Hathcock
PublisherPam Mashburn
EditorJina Clark
Managing EditorJennifer Kornegay
Assistant EditorMorgan Berney
Art DirectorBryan Carter
DesignBrad Jackson
PhotographyCarter Photography & Design
Mark DauberStephen PoffEllen Dutton
Sales TeamPam Mashburn
Stacie BerryDonna Hughes
The Official 2012 Montgomery & The River Region Visitor Guide is published by exploreMedia for the Montgomery Area
Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitor Bureau.
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Convention & Visitor Bureau 300 Water St. Suite 200A, Montgomery AL 36104
334-261-1100 • 800-240-9452
Cover Photography byCarter Photography & Design
8 TourMontgomery Area Visitor Center information
14 SavorDetails on dining out
30 PlayAttractions: Art, History, Shopping, more...
6 Go and Do!A few of our favorite annual events
9 Things We LoveSo many reasons to visit Montgomery
10 History Happened HereThe Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement
12 Do as the Locals DoMontgomery residents share insider secrets
14 Taste of MontgomeryTake a bite of our diverse culinary scene
26 Montgomery LegendsCountry music superstar, Hank Williams
39 NavigateDetailed maps for getting around
52 PlanHave your gathering or group event here
58 StayDetails on hotel options
28 The Beat is OnDiscover why downtown is a hot spot
31 Free Family FunEnjoy it all for nothing
46 Farm to Table Montgomery’s urban farms
47 Shop ’til You DropTake your trip home
57 Moving AlongHyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama tour
65 The River RegionWetumpka, Pike Road, Prattville, Millbrook
The Guide
Features
ISSUE 03 • WINTER-SPRING 2012
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No matter when you visit, or where your interests lie, we’ve got something to get you going. Check out these annual favorites.
WINTER January-March
Grab your boots and don your 10-gal-lon hat for the Southeastern Livestock Exposition & Rodeo. The SLE Rodeo features the nation’s top rodeo athletes riding and roping and also includes horse shows, the Junior Beef Expo, Calf Scramble and Mutton Bustin’ as well as the Miracle Rodeo that allows handicapped and special needs children to interact with the cowboys and rodeo animals.
SPRING April-June
The UWP-IJSBA Watercross Na-tional Tour makes a big splash when it stops in the capital city each May. Spectators experience exciting, fan-friendly personal watercraft action on The Alabama River complete with closed-course racing as well as the big-air jumps and stunts found in freestyle competition.
Experience the diverse and varied heri-tage of the South during the Alabama Shakespeare Festival’s Southern Writers Project, an event that gives modern-day storytellers a chance to develop their stories by working with actors, directors, dramaturges and an audience.
Let your child’s (and your own!) imagination run wild at the Montgomery
Museum of Fine Arts’ Flimp Festival. This interactive event highlights art and encourages creativity.
Celebrate our city with us during Ju-bilee CityFest and Bama’s Big Bang. This musical extravaganza features today’s top national artists and bands along with local musicians on sev-eral stages scattered downtown. Other activities like a 5k run, Brew Fest and kids’ Fest make for a weekend full of fun all day and into the night. It’s all topped off with the pop and sparkle of a huge fireworks show.
SUMMER July-September
In the mood for music? Don’t miss The Montgomery Symphony Orches-tra’s “Broadway Under the Stars,” a free, outdoor concert on the grounds of the Wynton Blount Cultural Park that features favorite Broadway tunes per-formed by moonlight. Bring a blanket, lawn chairs, picnic basket and cooler and settle in for an evening of beautiful melodies and fresh air.
If swing is more your style, check out the Navistar LPGA Classic. This an-nual golf tournament brings a full field of the world’s best female professional golfers to the River Region to play at the Robert Trent Jones Capitol Hill course and compete for major prize money and prestige. Greats like Lorena Ochoa,
karrie Webb, Paula Creamer and others have played in the past.
You can be a part of the excitement at the Montgomery Dragon Boat Festival, an annual event that thrills and entertains each summer with its boat races. Teams paddle their slim, sleek, brightly colored “dragon” boats down a stretch of the Alabama River adjacent to Riverfront Park to see who can finish first. Each team pays to participate and a portion of this money goes to two local charities. The festival boasts other activi-ties as well, including a kids’ area.
FALL October-December
Active visitors race to sign up for The Montgomery Half-Marathon, now entering its fourth year. This USTAF-certified event takes runners and walkers through 13.1 miles of scenery and his-tory on a diverse course that traverses through downtown, the Old Cloverdale neighborhood and more.
Enjoy a delicious afternoon of wine and water at the Riverwalk Wine Festival, which showcases the beauty of the Riverfront while offering wine tastings from more than 100 wineries. Tickets include a commemorative wine glass, discounts on wine purchases, food sam-pling and live music as well as discounts on tickets for a special wine cruise aboard the Harriott II Riverboat.
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The Fun Starts HereThe Montgomery Area Visitor Center in
Historic Union Station Downtown
The Visitor Center is your one-stop spot for fun and information. Check out the many services you’ll find to help you get the most out of every minute you’re with us.
n Civil Rights and Civil War Audio Tours
n Informative video that hits the city’s highlights
n Detailed itineraries and information
n Trolley Tour of historic downtown
n Restaurant, attraction and hotel recommendations
You’ll find it all at the Montgomery Area Visitor Center.300 Water StreetMontgomery, Alabama, 36104334-262-0013
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MontgomeryThings We Love About
n Heritage Hotspots: Walk in the footsteps of world-changing events. Montgomery was the cradle of the Confederacy and, a century later, the impetus of the Civil Rights Movement.
n Flavors: Eat your fill of Southern-fried favorites and upscale culinary creations at Montgomery’s many and varied restaurants.
n Treasure Hunts: Shop for treasures of yesterday and today at stylish independent boutiques, eclectic gift shops, art galleries, antique stores and large national retailers.
n Warm Welcomes: The friendly smiles of Montgomery’s genuine people under-score the fact that manners matter here. Get ready to hear plenty of “thank you,” “ma’am” and “please.”
n Nightlife: Pick up the pace with the excitement of The Alley, the city’s new entertainment district, right across from the Montgomery Convention Center.
n Miles of Smiles: The entire family will have a ball (and maybe learn a bit too!) exploring our family friendly attractions, places like Old Alabama Town, ArtWorks and more.
n River Rides: Roll on down the Alabama River aboard the city’s very own riverboat, The Harriott II.
n Fabulous Firsts: Montgomery was the site of the Wright Brothers’ first civilian flying school and boasted the first electric streetcar system in the country.
n Cool Cocktails: Don a faux fur coat and throw back an ice-cold shot in the frozen shot room at AlleyBAR downtown.
n Hot Dog!: Take a bite of history at Chris’ Hot Dogs, a local favorite that’s been serv-ing tasty dogs smothered in a signature sauce since 1917.
n Crooner’s Caddy: See the car in which iconic country music superstar Hank Williams took his final ride at The Hank Williams Museum. It also houses the largest collection of Hank memorabilia found anywhere.
n Cheesy Chow: Do your taste buds a favor and fill up on a good-n-greasy cheeseburger from Hamburger King downtown.
n Park Places: Take a walk, fly a kite or just relax with a book at one of Montgomery’s multiple green spaces like Blount Cultural Park or Vaughn Road Park.
n Great Outdoors: Our mild weather means you can eat, drink and be merry alfresco at many of Montgomery’s restaurants and bars. Try Capitol Oyster Bar at the Marina, Pine Bar and The Tipping Point.
n Plain Nuts: Enjoy Montgomery’s own Tucker Pecans. They taste great right out of the shell but even better when smothered in chocolate.
n Shakespeare, Y’all: Take in a play at one of the country’s most celebrated theatres, The Alabama Shakespeare Festival. And every season offers more than Will’s works. Popular contemporary plays, including musicals, take the stage too.
n Pass the Biscuits: Catch a Montgomery Biscuits baseball game and maybe a flying biscuit too at the lovely and historic River-walk Stadium.
n Sweet Treats: Get a mouthful of sugary goodness at Louisa’s Bakery tucked away in Old Cloverdale and indulge in a strawberry cupcake.
n Otter Nonsense: Go wild at The Mont-gomery Zoo, with hundreds of animal spe-cies. Don’t miss the tigers, the elephants or the playful otters.
n Local Talent: We’re over-run with artists. Check out M. Bagwell’s colorful pottery creations, or the array of stunning fine art photography and paintings at galleries like Stonehenge, Dauber Gallery and SAC’s Gallery.
The reasons to make your way to Montgomery are many and varied, but since we can’t possibly list them all, here are some of the very best.
HISTORY HAPPENED HERE
Take a stroll down a single
street — Dexter Avenue —
and follow in the footsteps of
individuals who shaped some
of the most pivotal moments
in America’s history.
In 1819, when the city of Montgomery was established on the banks of the Alabama River, it made its very first mark on the timeline of history. It would certainly not be its last. In the almost two centuries since, this city steeped in Southern charm has been the site of events and accomplish-ments that changed our country.
Named for Revolutionary War hero General Richard Montgomery, Montgomery came to be after two rival towns, Alabama Town, founded by General John Scott, and New Philadelphia, founded by Andrew Dexter, joined forces and merged into one new city. Dexter harbored a grand vision for the city’s future, and set aside a hilltop, called Goat Hill, to one day be the location of Alabama’s capitol building. Thanks to a thriving cotton trade in the area, Montgomery grew and prospered, living up to Dexter’s dream in 1846, when it replaced Tuscaloosa as the state’s capital.
Today, Dexter Avenue, named in honor of Andrew Dexter, bisects the center of downtown Montgom-ery and terminates at the majestic dome of the State Capitol building. This street has seen more than its fair share of history unfold upon it, and it is here that we start our journey through the city’s rich and turbulent past.
JEFFERSON DAVIS INAUGURATION
Start by visiting the Capitol building, and look for the
brass star at the top of the marble steps. Close your eyes,
and imagine for a moment the scene that took place in
that exact spot on 150 years ago. After the Southern
states ceded from the Union and the Civil War began,
Montgomery earned yet another “capital” designation
when it was named Capital of the Confederate States
of America. On Feb. 18, 1861, the president of the Confed-
eracy, Jefferson Davis, was sworn in while standing on the
spot marked by the star.
Explorer Hernando deSoto staked a Spanish flag on the banks of the Ala-bama River near the spot that would later become Montgomery.
In the Winter Building on Dexter Avenue the orders to fire the first shot of the Civil War were signed and sent via telegram.
1540 1861 1861
THE LIGHTNING ROUTE
Look down the street toward beautiful
Court Square Fountain. It was once a
busy center of commerce, communica-
tion and transportation. In 1886, just a
few decades after the Civil War ended,
Montgomery became the first city in
the United States (ahead of other major
metropolitan areas) to install a citywide
electric streetcar system called the
Lightning Route. Dexter Avenue played
a part in this prominent achievement,
as one of the main lines on the route.
ROSA PARkS DURING BUS BOYCOTT RE-ENACTMENT
Fast-forward almost 70 years and walk
from the Capitol toward the Fountain.
In 1955, like much of the country,
Montgomery was heavily segregated
by race. The injustice of the practice
came into sharp focus when a middle-
aged seamstress named Rosa Parks
refused to relinquish her seat to a
white man on a city bus. She boarded
that bus beside Court Square Fountain
on Dexter Avenue and was arrested for
her civil disobedience. Parks’ simple act
of defiance was the spark that ignited
the city-wide bus boycott, which kicked
off the Civil Rights Movement that led
to sweeping changes across the
United States.
THE SELMA TO MONTGOMERY MARCH
Look back towards the Capitol and
picture the wide avenue packed with
people on a mission. Parks’ actions add-
ed fuel to the righteous passions of the
young pastor of Dexter Avenue Baptist
Church, Reverend Martin Luther
king Jr. He emerged as the leader of
the Civil Rights Movement and in 1965,
he organized and led a march of over
20,000 people from Selma to the Capi-
tol building in Montgomery, leading the
protestors right up Dexter Avenue.
The Court Square Fountain was placed in its current home at the center of Court Square.
The Riverfront Amphitheater and the Riverwalk signal the rebirth of the capital city’s downtown revitalization.
Martin Luther King Jr.’s last year to pastor Dexter Avenue Baptist Church, which today bears his name.
Wilbur and Orville Wright chose Montgomery to establish the country’s first civilian school for powered avia-tion, and their bi-plane arrived via train at Union Station, just around the cor-ner from the Court Square Fountain.
Of course other streets and other areas of the city boast their own momentous occasions; Montgomery’s past is packed with too many stories and events to do them all justice here. Learn more by following one of the historical itineraries (see page 50) in this guide or by checking out www.visitingmontgomery.com.
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When in Montgomery... Do As the Locals DoSome friendly capital city citizens share the faces, places and things
they love in their hometown so you can enjoy them too.
What should visitors know about Prattville?
That the city doesn’t end at the intersection of Cobbs Ford and McQueen Smith roads. They need to venture further in and discover our historic and charm-ing 1800s-era downtown. There are some great locally owned shops and restaurants all tucked into architecturally interesting buildings.
— Charlann Jones, Treasurer of Prattville Downtown Unlimited
Where do the locals go to hear cool blues and smooth jazz?
Sous la Terre downtown is leg-endary for its live music, as is the Capitol Oyster Bar at the Marina, which is tucked away down on the river. It has great seafood and brings in some really impressive musicians every weekend. One other cool spot: 1048 Jazz & Blues in Old Cloverdale.
— Candy Capel, Station Manager at WVAS-FM
Know of a good Montgomery mystery?
Sure. How about the “coffin” on top of the pink Steiner-Lobman building on Commerce Street downtown? Local legend claims that an old man is buried in the structure that looks like a sar-cophagus. According to the story, he asked to be interred atop the building so he could look out over his beautiful city forever.
— Will Thompson, Executive Director of the Fitzgerald Museum
What’s unique about Montgomery?
It has the positive attributes of both a big city and a small town. We have great restaurants, muse-ums and other cultural outlets, yet at the same time we have the inti-macy of a close-knit community too. It’s the best of both worlds.
— Michael Briddell, City of Montgomery Director of Public
Information and External Affairs
Where’s a good spot for an afternoon snack?
The Tipping Point at Hampstead is a local hangout and a great pit stop. Refuel for more Mont-gomery exploration with a great cup of coffee or tea and their delicious Cookie Skillet, a big, warm, freshly made chocolate chip cookie. This restaurant also has lunch selections and at night, transforms into a casual bar with live music.
— Anna Lowder, Director of Development,
HampsteadWhat are the best places for children to learn about Montgomery’s past?
Montgomery is so rich in history! From the State Capitol, Old Alabama Town and Dexter Avenue king Memorial Baptist Church to the National Center for Civil Rights and African-American Culture at ASU, Greenwood Cemetery and Freedom Rides Museum, the past comes to life here, and there is always plenty for children to learn, see and do.
— Barbara Thompson, Superintendent of Montgomery
Public Schools
What are your favorite places to play in Montgomery?
I like going to Blount Cultural Park and feeding the ducks and playing catch. And, I can’t wait to go to the skateboard park down-town and practice my tricks.
— TJ Knight, age 7
What’s a “hidden gem” for outdoor enthusiasts visiting the River Region?
The Alabama River is one of the best crappie and spotted bass fish-eries in the United States. Formed by the convergence of the Coosa and Tallapoosa Rivers, it mean-ders all the way from Wetumpka to Mobile Bay. Numerous parks line the river and have hiking trails, boat access and parking as well as various camping spots. If you enjoy the great outdoors and would really like to land a large, two-pound-plus crappie, come visit us and come fishing.
— Dan Dannenmueller, Crappie Masters Team
Angler of the Year
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Take a Taste of MontgomeryAll of our area restaurants invite you to drop by and sample their creations.
But the multitude of choices can be daunting, so check out these popular eateries sharing the secrets of their “signature dishes.”
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Sa Za Serious Italian FoodSa Za is a feast for the senses. See the bold colors, exposed brick walls and eye-catching artwork. Hear the energy in the open kitchen. Smell the herbs, spices and other fresh ingredients like San Marzano tomatoes. And taste authentic Italian masterpieces like Eggs in Purgatory, Stuffed Anaheim Hot Peppers as well as both traditional and specialty pizzas, many made from recipes handed down to the chef by his Italian grandmother. Traditional pastas are also a great choice. Join the crowd and try Sa Za’s best-seller, angel hair pasta with Maine lobster meat, chopped shrimp and spinach in a chardonnay, ex-ploded garlic and olive oil sauce. Or opt for Sa Za’s signa-ture dish: the Rigatoni Bolognese, which has a rich sauce made from carrots, celery, onion, veal, beef, pork and cognac that’s roasted for five hours before it is finished with heavy cream and served with rigatoni pasta. Downtown
334-495-7292 • www.sazamontgomery.com
Nancy’s Italian IceIndulge your sweet tooth with a cool treat from Nancy’s Italian Ice. Choose from 12 to 20 diverse flavors of ice (the most popular are strawberry-lemon and mango), as well as soft-serve ice cream, cookies and cupcakes. Have the best of both worlds with Nancy’s Italian Ice’s signature dish, the Fancy Nancy. This palate-pleasing pleasure has tiers of Italian ice layered with tiers of ice cream.334-356-1403 • www.nancysice.com
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The Deli at Alley Station
A wide range of traditional deli and comfort food favorites are blended with Southern flair, but the restaurant’s Rueben Sandwich takes the prize for signature dish. The Deli’s Reuben is a well-balanced blend of robust flavors, and it is a bit different from your average Reuben, using pastrami, a signature sauce and thick-sliced pumpernickel bread. Swiss cheese and sauerkraut top it all off. The Deli is also an easy pickup place for take-out foods, and its market has staples like bread and canned goods. You can even choose from its wide se-lection of import and domestic beers to create your own six-pack. Downtown
334-263-2922 • www.alleystationdeli.com
Chris’ Hot Dogs
For a bite of Montgom ery and a mouthful of history, grab a few napkins and get your hands around a hot dog from Chris’ Hot Dogs on Dex ter Avenue. This legendary diner marked by the green-and-white-striped awning opened on May 1, 1917. It’s now being run by the second and third generations of its founding family. You can get a ham burger here, but the signature dish is a Hot Dog “All the Way,” a dog drenched in Chris’ secret sauce, sautéed onions and kraut. Downtown
334-265-6850 • www.chrishotdogs.com
Dreamland BBQ
End your quest for the perfect ‘cue at Dreamland BBQ downtown, famous for its succulent ribs and delicious sauce. Feel free to “pig out” on some pork, but save a little room for dessert since Dreamland’s signature dish is its Banana Pudding, made fresh daily with all the right stuff—vanilla wafers, ripe bananas, fluffy whipped cream and creamy pudding—plus a secret ingredient that puts it over the top. Dreamland also offers the largest draft beer selection in central Alabama and has outside dining. Downtown
334-273-7427 • www.dreamlandbbq.com/Montgomery
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Baumhower’s Restaurant
With two locations in Montgomery, Baum-hower’s Restaurants focus on freshness and fun. These casual, sports-themed restaurants feature an outstanding selection of Southern favorites. Steaks; fresh, local seafood; chicken platters; and, of course, buffalo wings are all available. Baumhower’s signature dish, the Black & White Chicken Platter, features a boneless chicken breast that is Mojo-marinated, char-grilled with lemon pepper and served with their world-famous White BBQ sauce. If you are visiting downtown, be sure to stop in their location in the RSA Headquarters. Downtown
334-263-8800 • www.baumhowers.com/montgomery
The Exchange
With world-class wines, beer and cocktails all served up in a swanky atmosphere that includes a covered patio complete with live entertain-ment nightly, The Exchange at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa could stop right there and still be a great place to kick back and hang out. But wait… there’s more. They also offer a tasty menu to complement the bar with items like house-breaded Pecan Chicken Fingers with honey mustard, Blackened Fish Sandwich and the signature dish, Maryland Crab Cake Sliders, which are mini crab cakes served on snowflake rolls with Old Bay tarter sauce. Downtown
334-481-5165 • www.houserestaurantmontgomery.com
The Tipping Point
Located in Hampstead in East Montgomery, The Tipping Point has something for everyone. This casual restaurant, coffee shop and bar has a playful and affordable menu inspired by some of America’s coolest cities. It also offers Intelligentsia coffee and teas, and a great selection of specialty beers and wines-by-the-glass, plus weekly live music and events. Order The Tipping Point’s signature dish, the Chicago Dog, an all-beef dog loaded with American cheese, kraut, peppers and mustard.
334-260-9110 • www.tippingpointhampstead.com
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Capitol Oyster Bar at the Marina
A long-time local favorite, the Capitol Oyster Bar recently moved to its new digs at The Marina bringing together delicious seafood, a come-as-you-are laidback atmosphere and some great live music all on a bluff overlook-ing the Alabama River. Fresh catches from the Gulf of Mexico are grilled, sautéed, and of course, fried. The restaurant’s signature dish is the thick, rich gumbo, slow cooked with okra, peppers, tomatoes and filled with shrimp, crawfish tails, crab and sausage all served over fluffy rice. According to owner Lewis Mashburn, “It’s not too spicy, but it’s got a little kick.” Downtown
334-239-8958 • www.capitoloysterbar.com
Cantina Tortilla Grill
A warm welcome and award-winning, fresh Mexican food await visitors to this eclectic restaurant located in The Alley downtown. Crunchy chips, flavorful salsa and guacamole are all made daily for the best possible taste. the Cantina celebrates street food from around the world, so while the dishes have Mexican and Latin influences, they go far beyond what you’d find at a typical Mexican restaurant. Be sure to try their signature item, the Shrimp Quesadilla. It’s amazingly satisfying and full of flavor. Whatever you eat, enjoy it on the outdoor patio and wash it down with a tangy margarita. Downtown
334-262-2339 • www.cantinatortillagrill.com
Cool Beans at the Cafe d’ Art
With a sophisticated atmosphere in the heart of downtown, Cool Beans is the spot for a perfect cup of coffee and delicious food. Menu items boast exotic, international flavors, and everything is homemade using locally grown, organic produce whenever possible. All coffees are Fair Trade Organic and artisan roasted. This restaurant’s signature dish is its wide array of daily specials, which range from Moroc-can Chicken and African Spicy Shrimp all the way around the globe for the El Cubano, a great pork loin sandwich. Lobster Bisque is a Thursday ritual, and there’s the Friday Breakfast Club, too. You’ll always find food to feed your body, music and art to feed your soul. Downtown
334-269-3302
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Neighborhood Restaurant Serving Classic Southern Cuisine
Lunch • Dinner • Market
WWW.ROUXMONTGOMERY.COM334.356.3814 • 503 CLOVERDALE ROAD
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Garrett’sJust minutes from The Shoppes at EastChase, Garrett’s res-taurant delights diners with a menu that’s a mix of French, Creole and Asian flavors, and every dish is prepared with the best ingredients. Savor the delicious dishes offered by this fine dining establishment in an elegant environment with stellar service. But the real magic happens in the kitchen. Chef and owner Gary Garner showcases his culi-nary artistry with Garrett’s signature dish, Grilled Prawns with Yukon Gold Potatoes and Bordelaise Sauce. 334-396-9950 • www.garrettsartoffood.com
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La Jolla
You’ll find fine dining and stellar service at La Jolla, located in The Shoppes at EastChase. Executive chef Todd Batey has made it his mission to offer the best food in the city. The signature dish is the Ahi Tuna Spring Roll, a delicacy featuring fresh yellow tuna with spinach and wasabi wrapped and flash-fried to crispy perfection and served with soy-lime dipping sauce, pickled ginger and extra wasabi.
334-356-2600 • www.lajollamontgomery.com
Sinclair’s
This neighborhood favorite is welcoming, warm and as full of charm as it is flavor. Its moderately priced menu offers soups, crisp salads, heaping helpings of pasta, juicy steaks and more, but the signature dish at Sinclair’s is the Tomato Seafood Stack. Succulent shrimp, tender scallops and lump crab meat are paired with fresh tomatoes baked in a perfectly seasoned parmesan crust and finished with a delicate white wine cream sauce. Enjoy this delight at one of two Sinclair’s locations in the city: in the heart of Old Cloverdale or in East Montgomery on Vaughn Road.
334-271-7654 • www.sinclairsrestaurants.com
ROUX
Nestled in the heart of Old Cloverdale near Montgomery’s historic Garden District, ROUX is a new neighborhood restaurant blending classic Southern fare and Louisiana Creole influences for authentically American cuisine. The Chef focuses on a “back to basics” ap-proach to cooking, celebrating regional flavors with food that is simple, flavorful and distinc-tive. Open seven days a week for lunch, dinner, cocktails and Sunday Brunch, ROUX wel-comes everyone to come and try its signature dish: succulent grilled Gulf shrimp and grits with farm-fresh veggies and candied bacon.
334-356-3814 • www.rouxmontgomery.com
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ALPHABETICAL LISTING
Montgomery Area Restaurants
Ala Thai Classic ............................ 22
Ala Thai East ................................ 22
American Deli ............................... 21
Applebee’s
Neighborhood Grill ....................... 22
Asia Bistro & Seafood .................. 22
Baumhower’s Restaurant ............ 25
Blue Moon Cafe ............................ 24
Bombay Masala ............................ 22
Bonefish Grill ............................... 23
Buffalo Wild Wings ....................... 25
Buffet City ................................... 22
Cafe Louisa .................................. 22
Cafe M.......................................... 22
California Yogurt Kraze ............... 22
Capitol Oyster Bar ....................... 24
Carrabba’s Italian Grill ................. 23
Chappy’s Deli ............................... 22
Charles Anthony’s
Restaurant at the Pub ................. 25
Cheezie’s Pizza ............................ 23
Chili’s ........................................... 22
Chophouse at Vintage Year ......... 23
CiCi‘s Pizza .................................. 23
City Grill & Next Door ................... 23
City Limits Bar & Grill ................... 22
Corsino’s Italian Restaurant ........ 23
Country’s Barbecue ..................... 22
Cracker Barrel ............................. 24
Cuco’s .......................................... 23
Derk‘s Filet & Vine ....................... 24
Dreamz ........................................ 22
East China .................................... 22
Eastbrook Cafe ............................ 24
Eastside Grille.............................. 24
The Egg & I ................................... 22
El Paso Chili Company ................... 21
El Rey Burrito Lounge .................. 24
Ezell’s .......................................... 24
Farmhouse Kitchen ...................... 25
Five Guys Burgers & Fries ............. 21
Flips Uptown Grill ......................... 21
Fried Tomato Buffet..................... 25
Garrett’s ...................................... 23
Golden Corral ................................ 21
Green Papaya .............................. 22
Guthrie’s ....................................... 21
Hibachi Sushi ............................... 22
Honey Baked Ham ......................... 21
Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs ....... 23
India Palace ................................. 22
Island Delights ............................. 22
Ixtapa Bar & Grill ......................... 24
Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant .......... 24
Jalapenos Restaurant .................. 24
Jason’s Deli .................................. 21
Jim N Nicks Bar-B-Q..................... 22
Jubilee Seafood ........................... 24
K&J Rib Shack .............................. 22
Kabuki Japanese Steakhouse ...... 22
Key Largo Bar & Grill.................... 25
King Buffet ................................... 22
Korean Garden ............................. 22
La Zona Rosa ............................... 24
La Jolla Restaurant ..................... 23
Las Salsas Mexican Cuisine .......... 24
Lek’s Taste of Thailand ................ 22
Longhorn Steakhouse .................. 25
Los Cabos Cantina ....................... 24
Los Ranchos ................................. 24
Los Vaqueros ............................... 24
Marco’s Pizza............................... 23
Martin’s Restaurant ..................... 25
Mellow Mushroom ........................ 23
Michael’s Table ............................ 23
Midori .......................................... 22
Midtown Pizza Kitchen ................ 23
MiMi’s Cafe ................................... 21
Ming’s Garden .............................. 22
Miyako Japanese Steak
and Sushi Bar ............................... 22
Moe’s Southwest Grill .................. 24
Momma Goldberg’s Deli ................ 21
Mr. G’s ......................................... 23
Nancy’s Italian Ice ....................... 22
No Way Jose Grill Cantina ............ 24
Noodle Cafe ................................. 22
Odessa’s Blessings ...................... 25
Olive Garden ................................ 23
Outback Steakhouse .................... 25
Panera Bread ................................ 21
Peyton’s Place ............................. 25
Piccadilly Cafeteria....................... 21
Pizza Perfect ............................... 23
Red Lobster ................................. 24
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers ......... 21
Red’s Little School House ............ 25
Ric & Mos ..................................... 25
Rock Bottom American Pub ......... 25
Rooster’s ..................................... 25
ROUX ............................................ 23
Ruby Tuesday ............................... 21
Ruddle’s Pub Grill ......................... 21
Saigon Bistro ............................... 22
Salsaritas ..................................... 24
Sam’s Bar-B-Que .......................... 22
San Marcos Mexican .................... 24
Sarris’s ........................................ 22
Satsuki ......................................... 22
Schlotzsky’s Deli ........................... 21
Shashy‘s Fine Foods .................... 22
Shilla ............................................ 22
Sinclair’s ...................................... 22
Smoothie King.............................. 22
Sommer’s Place ........................... 22
Sophia’s BBQ ................................ 22
Steak Out ...................................... 21
Stevi B’s Pizza ............................. 23
Street Cafe .................................. 22
Sundown East ............................... 21
The Super Buffet .......................... 22
Sushi Café .................................... 22
Sushi Yama .................................. 22
Taqueria El Cantaro ..................... 24
Tenda Chick .................................. 21
Texas Roadhouse ......................... 25
Thai Gratiem ................................ 22
32 Degrees, A Yogurt Bar ............ 23
Tipico De Mexico .......................... 24
Tipping Point ................................ 23
Tomatinos .................................... 23
Top China ..................................... 22
Varsity BBQ.................................. 22
Wagon Wheel Cafe ....................... 25
Wingers Sports Grill ..................... 25
Wings Xpress................................. 21
Wishbone Cafe .............................. 21
Young Barn Pub & Oyster Bar ...... 24
Zaxby’s ......................................... 21
Zoe’s Kitchen ............................... 23
Downtown Restaurants
A Social Event/Bandanas ............. 24
All City Coney Island Eatery ......... 22
Baumhower’s Restaurant
Downtown .................................... 25
Cantina ....................................... 23
Choices Restaurant ..................... 22
Chris’ Hotdogs ............................. 22
Cool Beans at Cafe De Art ............ 22
Courthouse Cafe ........................... 21
Cuco’s Express ............................ 24
Davis Cafe .................................... 24
Deli at Alley Station ..................... 22
Dreamland BBQ ............................ 22
The Exchange .............................. 22
Farmers Market Cafe ................... 24
Hamburger King ............................ 21
The House .................................... 23
Isaiah’s Restaurant ...................... 25
Lek’s Railroad Thai
at Union Station ........................... 22
Mama’s Sack Lunch To Go ............. 21
Montgomery’s Cafe
at Embassy Suites......................... 21
Olive Room .................................. 23
Sa Za’s Serious Italian Food ......... 23
Scott Street Deli ........................... 21
Smoothies & Things Cafe ............. 22
Stop & Sip Coffee .......................... 21
Wintzell’s Oyster House ............... 24
Much More Than Food For the chefs and cooks heating up the kitchens of Montgomery’s dining scene,
food is not only essential for life; it’s a way of life.
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AMERICAN
American Deli
|971 Ann St334-262-6122
Lunch $ Dinner $
Courthouse Cafe
|100 S Lawrence St334-832-1684
Closed: Sat-SunBreakfast $ Lunch $
El Paso Chili Company
|539 N Eastern Blvd334-244-0118
Closed: SunLunch $
Five Guys Burgers & Fries H
|7220 EastChase Pkwy334-239-7220
Lunch $ Dinner $
Flips Uptown Grill
|3900 Atlanta Hwy334-244-8833
Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Flips Uptown Grill
|7900 Vaughn Rd334-270-5559
Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Golden Corral
|1480 Eastern Blvd334-532-0020
Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$
Guthrie’s
|5376 Atlanta Hwy334-396-8300
Lunch $ Dinner $
Guthrie’s
|7216 EastChase Pkwy334-270-3331
Lunch $ Dinner $
Hamburger King
|547 S Decatur St334-262-1798
Closed: Sat–SunBreakfast $ Lunch $
Honey Baked Ham H
|2816 E South Blvd334-284-9100
Lunch $
Jason’s Deli H
|1520 Eastern Blvd334-409-9890
Lunch $ Dinner $
Mama’s Sack Lunch To Go
|21 S Perry St334-265-5554
Closed: Sat-SunLunch $
MiMi’s Cafe H
|6814 EastChase Pkwy334-271-0124
Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Momma Goldberg’s Deli
|7960 Vaughn Rd334-517-1071
Lunch $ Dinner $
Montgomery’s Cafe at Embassy Suites H
|300 Tallapoosa St334-269-5055
Lunch $ Dinner $$www.embassysuitesmontgomery.com
Panera Bread
|2775 Eastern Blvd334-272-2122
Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Panera Bread
|7224 EastChase Pkwy334-274-9170
Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Piccadilly Cafeteria
|2601 Eastern Blvd334-271-6189
Lunch $ Dinner $
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
|7005 EastChase Pkwy334-396-1078
Lunch $ Dinner $
Ruby Tuesday
|1310 Eastern Blvd334-396-0224
Lunch $ Dinner $
Ruby Tuesday
|6970 EastChase Loop334-215-2285
Lunch $ Dinner $
Ruddle’s Pub Grill H
|3133 Bell Rd334-277-8710
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $$
Schlotzsky’s Deli
|5055 Carmichael Rd334-409-9993
Lunch $ Dinner $
Scott Street Deli H
|412 Scott St334-264-9415
Closed: Sat-SunBreakfast $ Lunch $
Steak Out
|3271 Malcolm Dr334-270-0747
Lunch $$ Dinner $$
Steak Out
|2930 Carter Hill Rd334-269-1800
Lunch $$ Dinner $$
Stop & Sip Coffee
|981 Adams Ave334-230-9989
Closed: Sat-SunBreakfast $ Lunch $
Sundown East H
|3416 Atlanta Hwy334-271-0501
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
Tenda Chick
|5951 Atlanta Hwy334-260-8547
Lunch $ Dinner $
Wings Xpress
|5780 Woodmere Blvd334-244-7898
Lunch $ Dinner $
Wishbone Cafe H
|61 Bridge St334-356-4175
Closed: Sun–MonSat: Breakfast OnlyBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Wishbone Cafe H
|7028 Atlanta Hwy334-244-7270
Closed: SunSat: Breakfast OnlyBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Zaxby’s H
|3130 Taylor Rd334-481-0406
Lunch $ Dinner $
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Zaxby’s
|6453 Atlanta Hwy334-277-8066
Lunch $ Dinner $
Zaxby’s
|2923 Eastern Blvd334-420-3500
Lunch $ Dinner $
Zaxby’s
|2675 Zelda Rd334-293-9933
Lunch $ Dinner $
ASIAN & INDIAN
Ala Thai Classic
|963 Ann St334-240-2549
Lunch $ Dinner $
Ala Thai East
|6663 Atlanta Hwy334-271-3141
Lunch $ Dinner $
Asia Bistro & Seafood
|7839 Vaughn Rd334-213-3628
Closed: MonLunch $ Dinner $
Bombay Masala H
|109 Eastern Blvd334-272-8510
Lunch $ Dinner $$
Buffet City
|5461 Atlanta Hwy334-279-1678
Lunch $ Dinner $
Choices Restaurant
|80 Commerce St334-262-0888
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
East China
|8153 Vaughn Rd334-279-1779
Lunch $ Dinner $
Green Papaya
|409 Coliseum Blvd334-395-7654
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
Hibachi Sushi & Supreme Buffett H
|181D Eastern Blvd334-260-6111
Lunch $ Dinner $
India Palace
|3007H McGehee Rd334-281-1200
Closed: MonLunch $ Dinner $
Kabuki Japanese Steakhouse
|7834 Vaughn Rd334-273-8885
Lunch $ Dinner $
King Buffet
|2727 Bell Rd334-273-8883
Lunch $ Dinner $
Korean Garden
|2891 Vaughn Plaza Rd334-277-5685
Lunch $ Dinner $
Lek’s Railroad Thai at Union Station H
|300 Water St334-269-0708
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $$
Lek’s Taste of Thailand H
|5421 Atlanta Hwy334-244-8994
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $$
Midori
|5824 Woodmere Blvd334-593-1754
Lunch $ Dinner $
Ming’s Garden
|1741 Eastern Blvd334-277-8188
Lunch $ Dinner $
Miyako Japanese Steak & Sushi Bar
|8173 Vaughn Rd334-215-2275
Dinner $$
Noodles Cafe
|8123 Vaughn Rd334-517-1179
Lunch $ Dinner $
Saigon Bistro H
|1060 Eastern Blvd334-279-5921
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
Satsuki
|6534 Atlanta Hwy334-239-7450
Lunch $ Dinner $
Shilla
|3526 Eastdale Cir334-354-3026
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
Street Cafe
|2777 Eastern Blvd334-396-2232
Closed: MonLunch $ Dinner $$
The Super Buffet
|5831 Atlanta Hwy334-215-0055
Lunch $ Dinner $
Sushi Café H
|3004 Zelda Rd334-819-7060
Lunch $ Dinner $
Sushi Yama
|2070 Eastern Blvd334-612-7800
Lunch $ Dinner $$
Thai Gratiem
|8868 Minnie Brown Rd334-215-9960
Closed: MonLunch $ Dinner $
Top China
|9160 EastChase Pkwy334-270-1668
Lunch $ Dinner $
BARBEqUE
Country’s Barbecue
|2610 Zelda Rd334-262-6211
Lunch $ Dinner $
Country’s Barbecue
|5761 Atlanta Hwy334-270-0126
Lunch $ Dinner $
Dreamland BBQ H
|101 Tallapoosa St334-273-7427
Lunch $ Dinner $www.dreamlandbbq.com
Jim N Nicks Bar-B-Q H
|6415 Atlanta Hwy334-213-0046
Lunch $$ Dinner $$
K&J Rib Shack
|4255 S Court St334-356-1368
Closed: Sun–MonLunch $ Dinner $
Sam’s Bar-B-Que
|3510 Atlanta Hwy334-279-0008
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
Sophia’s BBQ
|1055 Adams Ave334-269-1177
Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Varsity BBQ H
|5471 Atlanta Hwy334-279-5444
Lunch $ Dinner $
CAFé
Cafe Louisa
|1034 E Fairview Ave334-264-4241
Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Cafe M H
|One Museum Dr334-240-4333
Closed: Sun–MonLunch $
Cool Beans at Cafe De Art
|115 Montgomery St334-269-3302
Closed: Sat–SunBreakfast $ Lunch $$
The Deli at Alley Station H
|130A Commerce St334-263-2922
Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $www.alleystationdeli.com
Shashy’s Fine Foods H
|1700 Mulberry St334-263-7341
Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $
CASUAL DINING
All City Coney Island
|701 Madison Ave334-819-4100
Closed: Sat–SunBreakfast $ Lunch $
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar
|3001 Carter Hill Rd334-264-9064
Lunch $ Dinner $
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar
|3195 Taylor Rd334-274-0009
Lunch $ Dinner $
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar
|6601 Atlanta Hwy334-279-1902
Lunch $ Dinner $
California Yogurt Kraze H
|3010 Zelda Rd334-356-3716
Lunch $ Dinner $
California Yogurt Kraze
|7730 Vaughn Rd334-215-9135
Lunch $ Dinner $
Chappy’s Deli H
|1611 Perry Hill Rd334-279-7477
Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Chappy’s Deli H
|2055 E South Blvd334-286-9200
Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Chappy’s Deli H
|8139 Vaughn Rd334-279-1226
Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Chili’s
|7355 EastChase Pkwy334-270-1973
Lunch $ Dinner $
Chris’ Hotdogs H
|138 Dexter Ave334-265-6850
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $www.chrishotdogs.com
City Limits Bar & Grill
|3585 McGehee Rd334-239-9130
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
Dreamz
|511 E Edgemont Ave334-239-7303
Closed: Sat-MonLunch $
The Exchange at Renaissance Montgomery Hotel H
|201 Tallapoosa St334-481-5165
Dinner $www.renaissancemontgomery.com
The Egg & I H
|2920 Zelda Road334-277-0802
Breakfast $ Lunch $
Island Delights
|323 Air Base Blvd334-264-0041
Closed: Sat–SunLunch $
Nancy’s Italian Ice H
|7976 Vaughn Rd334-356-1403
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $www.nancysice.com
Sarris’s at the Station
|9553 Vaughn Road334-593-8322
Lunch $ Dinner $$
Sinclair’s H
|1051 E Fairview Ave334-834-7462
Lunch $$ Dinner $$www.sinclairsrestaurants.com
Sinclair’s H
|7847 Vaughn Rd334-271-7654
Lunch $$ Dinner $$www.sinclairsrestaurants.com
Smoothie King
|7026 EastChase Pkwy334-356-5621
Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Smoothies & Things Cafe
|109 S Court St334-241-0770
Breakfast $ Lunch $
Sommer’s Place H
|7972 Vaughn Rd334-279-5401
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $$
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32 Degrees, A Yogurt Bar
|7030 EastChase Pkwy334-272-4773
Lunch $ Dinner $
The Tipping Point H
|5015 Hampstead High St334-260-9110
Closed: Sun-MonBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $www.tippingpointhampstead.com
FINE DINING
Bonefish Grill
|7020 EastChase Pkwy334-396-1770
Dinner $$$
The Chophouse at Vintage Year H
|405 Cloverdale Rd334-264-8463
Closed: Sun-MonDinner $$$
City Grill & Next Door H
|5251 Hampstead High St334-244-0960
Closed: Sun–MonDinner $$$
Garrett’s H
|7780 Atlanta Hwy334-396-9950
Closed: Sun–MonLunch $$ Dinner $$$www.garrettsartoffood.com
The House Restaurant at Renaissance Montgomery Hotel H
|201 Tallapoosa St334-481-5166
Breakfast $$ Lunch $$ Dinner $$www.renaissancemontgomery.com
La Jolla Restaurant & Bar H
|6854 EastChase Pkwy334-356-2600
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $$www.lajollamontgomery.com
Michael’s Table
|2960 Zelda Rd334-272-2500
Closed: MonLunch $$ Dinner $$
Olive Room H
|121 Montgomery St334-262-2763
Closed: Sun-MonLunch $ Dinner $$$
ROUX H
|503 Cloverdale Rd334-356-3814
Sun: BrunchLunch $$ Dinner $$www.rouxmontgomery.com
GREEk
Mr. G’s H
|6268 Atlanta Hwy334-356-4662
Closed: MonLunch $ Dinner $$
Zoe’s Kitchen
|7218 EastChase Pkwy334-270-9115
Lunch $ Dinner $
Zoe’s Kitchen
|2960C Zelda Rd334-395-4698
Lunch $ Dinner $
ITALIAN
Carrabba’s Italian Grill H
|1510 Eastern Blvd334-271-7500
Sun: LunchLunch $$ Dinner $$
Cheezie’s Pizza
|8125K Decker Ln334-244-9496
Lunch $ Dinner $
Cheezie’s Pizza
|2762 Bell Rd Bldg B334-365-5423
Lunch $ Dinner $
Cheezie’s Pizza
|1113H Perry Hill Rd334-239-9263
Lunch $ Dinner $
CiCi’s Pizza
|981 Ann St334-386-3086
Lunch $ Dinner $
Corsino’s Italian Restaurant
|911 S Court St334-263-9752
Closed: Sat–SunLunch $ Dinner $$
Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs
|113 N Burbank Dr334-272-2999
Lunch $ Dinner $
Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs
|1712 Carter Hill Rd334-262-8988
Lunch $ Dinner $
Marco’s Pizza
|3171 Taylor Rd334-356-6000
Lunch $$ Dinner $$
Mellow Mushroom
|7915 Vaughn Rd334-213-6443
Lunch $$ Dinner $$
Midtown Pizza Kitchen H
|2940 Zelda Rd334-399-0080
Lunch $$ Dinner $$
Olive Garden
|2700 Eastern Blvd334-260-9220
Lunch $ Dinner $
Pizza Perfect
|428 Coliseum Blvd334-244-7721
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
Sa Za’s Serious Italian Food H
|130 Commerce St334-495-7292
Lunch $$ Dinner $$www.sazapizza.com
Stevi B’s Pizza
|5411 Atlanta Hwy334-279-3112
Lunch $ Dinner $
Tomatinos
|1036 E Fairview Ave334-264-4241
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $$
MExICAN
Cantina H
|130 Commerce St, Suite 103334-262-2339
Lunch $ Dinner $cantinatortillagrill.com
Cuco’s
|11123 Chantilly Pkwy Suite A334-271-3528
Lunch $ Dinner $
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Cuco’s Express H
|31 S Court St334-832-0081
Closed: Sat–SunLunch $
El Rey Burrito Lounge
|1031 E Fairview Ave334-832-9688
Closed: SunDinner $$
Ixtapa Bar & Grill H
|7157 EastChase Pkwy334-277-7600
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant H
|6132 Atlanta Hwy334-272-5232
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
Jalapenos Restaurant
|8157 Vaughn Rd334-277-2840
Lunch $ Dinner $
La Zona Rosa
|2838 Zelda Rd334-274-1153
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
Las Salsas Mexican Cuisine
|7921 Vaughn Rd334-260-9096
Lunch $ Dinner $
Los Cabos Cantina
|1801 Eastern Blvd334-277-7571
Lunch $ Dinner $
Los Ranchos
|127 Eastern Blvd334-270-1509
Lunch $ Dinner $
Los Vaqueros
|2195 Eastern Blvd334-277-8339
Lunch $ Dinner $
Moe’s Southwest Grill
|2900 Zelda Rd334-273-9198
Lunch $ Dinner $
Moe’s Southwest Grill
|7028 EastChase Pkwy334-356-3333
Lunch $ Dinner $
No Way Jose Grill Cantina
|8844 Minnie Brown Rd334-819-7363
Lunch $ Dinner $
Salsaritas H
|8015 Vaughn Rd334-356-5430
Lunch $ Dinner $
San Marcos Mexican Restaurant
|61 N Burbank Dr334-279-6680
Lunch $ Dinner $
Taqueria El Cantaro
|1130 Ann St334-356-7361
Closed: MonLunch $ Dinner $
Tipico De Mexico H
|3441 Malcolm Dr334-356-0459
Lunch $ Dinner $
SEAFOOD
Capitol Oyster Bar at The Marina H
|617 Shady St334-239-8958
Lunch $ Dinner $www.capitoloysterbar.com
Ezell’s
|5336 Atlanta Hwy334-577-1254
Lunch $ Dinner $
Jubilee Seafood H
|1057 Woodley Rd334-262-6224
Closed: Sun–MonDinner $$
Red Lobster
|300 Eastdale Cir334-277-0780
Lunch $ Dinner $$
Wintzell’s Oyster House H
|105 Commerce St334-262-4257
Lunch $ Dinner $
Young Barn Pub and Oyster Bar
|5331 Young Barn Rd334-819-7423
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
SOUTHERN
A Social Event/Bandanas H
|301 Jefferson St334-265-9113
Closed: Sat–SunLunch $
Blue Moon Cafe
|7725 Averritt Dr334-356-0543
Closed: SatLunch $ Dinner $
Cracker Barrel
|9191 Boyd Cooper Pkwy334-244-1085
Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Davis Cafe
|518 N Decatur St334-264-6015
Closed: Sat–SunBreakfast $ Lunch $
Derk’s Filet & Vine
|431 Cloverdale Rd334-262-8463
Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $
Eastbrook Cafe
|520 Coliseum Blvd334-272-2438
Closed: SatLumch $ Dinner $
Eastside Grille
|6667 Atlanta Hwy334-274-1200
Lunch $ Dinner $$
Farmers Market Cafe
|315 N McDonough St334-262-1970
Closed: Sat–SunBreakfast $ Lunch $
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Farmhouse Kitchen
|5251 Hampstead High St. Suite 100
334-284-8989Closed: SatLunch $ Dinner $$
Fried Tomato Buffet
|6050 Atlanta Hwy334-244-6162
Lunch $ Dinner $
Isaiah’s Restaurant H
|135 Mildred St334-265-9000
Closed: Sat–SunLunch $
Martin’s Restaurant H
|1796 Carter Hill Rd334-265-1767
Closed: SatLunch $ Dinner $
Odessa’s Blessings
|726 Forest Ave334-265-7726
Closed: Sat-SunLunch $
Peyton’s Place
|5344 Atlanta Hwy334-396-3630
Closed: Sat-SunLunch $
Red’s Little School House
|20 Gardner Rd334-584-7955
Closed: Mon-TuesLunch $ Dinner $
Rooster’s H
|6561 Atlanta Hwy334-260-7799
Lunch $ Dinner $
Wagon Wheel Cafe
|1961 Maxwell Blvd334-265-9979
Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $
SPORTS BAR & GRILLE
Baumhower’s Restaurant H
|2465 Eastern Blvd334-271-1831
Lunch $ Dinner $$www.baumhowers.com
Baumhower’s Restaurant Downtown H
|201 S Union St334-263-8800
Closed: Sat-SunLunch $ Dinner $$www.baumhowers.com
Buffalo Wild Wings
|7971 Vaughn Rd334-215-7977
Lunch $ Dinner $
Key Largo Bar & Grill
|1343 Dalraida Rd334-272-1401
Dinner $
Ric & Mos
|3150 Watchman Dr334-517-1140
Dinner $$
Rock Bottom American Pub
|2430 Eastern Blvd334-239-7625
Lunch $ Dinner $
Wingers Sports Grill
|2773 Bell Rd334-277-3379
Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $
STEAkHOUSE
Charles Anthony’s Restaurant at the Pub H
|10044 Chantilly Pkwy334-281-3911
Closed: SunDinner $$
Longhorn Steakhouse H
|4095 Eastern Blvd334-613-7555
Lunch $$ Dinner $$
Outback Steakhouse
|1040 Eastern Blvd334-270-9495
Sun: LunchLunch $$ Dinner $$
Texas Roadhouse H
|7525 EastChase Pkwy334-396-7774
Sun: LunchLunch $ Dinner $$
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In 1937, a young boy named Hank Williams moved from Butler County, Alabama, to Montgomery with his Silver-tone guitar in hand hoping to make it big. He performed a few songs in a small studio at WSFA radio where he had been hired to host and play on a new show. It was the first time his distinctive voice traveled the airwaves, but it would certainly not be the last.
Over the course of just 16 years, Williams created country music classics that have been hailed by critics and fans alike as some of the most important songs of all time. The catchy, sometimes tragic, lyrics he penned set to the simple melodies he crafted and sung resonated with many. And through the last six decades, his songs have influenced countless country music stars, as well as artists in other genres, earning him icon status.
During his short career, Williams racked up 11 No. 1 hits, and in 2010, the Pulitzer Prize Board recognized his contributions to our culture and awarded Williams
a posthumous citation in honor of his lifetime achievement as a singer and songwriter.
While his name is now known around the country and the world, Montgom-ery was the jumping-off point for his career and future success. Prior to his “15 minutes of fame” on WSFA radio, he won a talent show at the Empire Theatre in Montgomery (now the Rosa Parks Museum) and often shined shoes on the streets of downtown. Williams
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frequented many Montgomery restaurants, and he was known to often write songs while sitting at the lunch counter in Chris’ Hot Dogs on Dexter Avenue.
Things came full circle in the end for Hank, bringing him home to Montgomery. Right before his untimely death in 1953 at age 29, Williams played in public for the final time at Montgomery’s old Elite restaurant. He and his wife Audrey are buried in the Oakwood
Annex Cemetery on the edge of downtown, both gravesites marked by giant granite music notes and Hank’s further embellished with a stone cowboy hat.
Today, you can visit the Hank Williams Museum to see the Cadillac in which he took his infamous last ride and to learn more about his life and his music, in-cluding the huge impact he has had on some of today’s brightest music stars.
Photos courtesy Chris’ Hot Dogs and the Hank Williams Museum
“Williams racked up 11 No. 1 hits and was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in honor of his lifetime achievement as a singer and a songwriter.”
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Montgomery, Alabama, the capital city of the American South, is steeped in his-tory, has been tested by rebellion and is courageous and changing. What’s chang-ing today — and changing for the better — is the face of the city’s downtown and riverfront areas.
City leaders and local developers have a grand vision for the city’s center, and it began to take shape with the Riverwalk project along the edges of the Alabama River. The first phase was completed in 2003 and included the beautiful Riverwalk Amphitheatre and the adjacent Riverwalk Stadium, home of the Montgomery Biscuits baseball team. The Biscuits, the AA affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, provide family enter-tainment and fun for sports enthusiasts.
In 2008, downtown welcomed the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel and Spa at the Convention Center, along with the adjacent 1,800-seat Montgomery Performing Arts Centre and a 9,000-square-foot European-style spa.
Across from the convention center complex, the new Alley Entertainment District, nicknamed “The Alley,” was unveiled in the spring of 2009. This high-light of the city’s continuing downtown revitalization is framed by Commerce, Bibb, Coosa and Tallapoosa Streets and was recently featured in Southern Living magazine. It includes both casual and fine dining (Dreamland BBQ, Sa Za’s Serious Italian Food and Cantina to name but a few), specialty boutiques and nightlife spots. In addition, thanks to some fabulous new loft apartments and office spaces, new tenants now call The Alley home.
Just one block from The Alley, the Harriott II Riverboat cruises guests along the Alabama River. This newest addition to the downtown and riverfront rebirth began ferrying folks in 2009 and has definitely exceeded expectations. The majestic riverboat is a unique special events venue that can accommodate up to 400 passengers and is capable of hosting multiple parties each evening.
In the middle of all the action is the Montgomery Area Visitor Center in-side Historic Union Station. Guests can catch an automated trolley tour or pick up “made in Alabama” souvenirs from the Stop at Union Station.
There’s even more excitement on the horizon too. Plans for a walking trail that will include multiple civil rights muse-ums and sites as well as other downtown historical attractions are now underway.
With all of these changes and others to come, Montgomery is quickly becoming a hot spot for groups, conventions and meetings, and family travel. For more information on the downtown and river-front development or to find things to do and see in the city and surrounding River Region, please contact the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Convention and Visitor Bureau at 334-261-1100 or check out www.visitingmontgomery.com.
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What You Want To Do Montgomery has almost limitless ways to entertain. Explore it all!
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Alabama Artists Gallery|201 Monroe St #110, 36104
334-242-4076
This gallery provides an ongoing showcase of the work of Alabama artists in all media. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri. Downtown
Alabama Shakespeare Festival |One Festival Dr, 36117
1-800-841-4ASF or 334-271-5353www.asf.netRanked one of the Top Ten largest Shakespeare Theatres in the world, this internationally acclaimed theatre offers so much more, which may be why it draws over 300,000 visitors from all over the globe each year. ASF puts on a wide variety of productions that all share one thing: they are world-class. Admission charge. Call for schedule. Open Mon – Sun and performance nights.
Capri Theatre |1045 E Fairview Ave, 36106
334-262-4858
The Capri was built in 1941 and was Montgomery’s first neighborhood theatre. It is located in historic Old Cloverdale and serves as Montgomery’s only independent cinema. Admission charge. Call for schedule.
F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Museum |919 Felder Ave, 36106
334-264-4222www.fitzgeraldmuseum.netTour the home of literary legends F. Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald, where they lived from October 1931 through April 1932. Admission charge. Open Wed – Sun.
Faulkner University Dinner Theatre |5345 Atlanta Hwy, 36109
334-386-7190
Enjoy Broadway-style family entertainment in a Christian-based atmosphere. Call or go online to view upcoming shows and prices. Call for schedule. Admission charge.
Hank Williams Memorial|1304 Upper Wetumpka Rd, 36104
Legendary country music singer Hank Williams’ final resting place is located in Oakwood Cemetery Annex. Free admission. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk. Downtown
Hank Williams Museum |118 Commerce St, 36104
334-262-3600www.thehankwilliamsmuseum.comThis popular attraction pays tribute to one of the most revered and loved country music writers and performers. Most of Williams’ personal belongings are on display, including the baby blue 1952 Cadil-lac in which Hank took his last ride. Admission charge. Open Mon–Sun. Downtown
Hank Williams Statue |Lister Hill Plaza, N Perry St, 36104
A life-size statue of the famed country music legend Hank Williams stands across from the old city auditorium, the site of many of his performances as well as his funeral. Free admission. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk. Downtown
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts |One Museum Dr, 36117
334-240-4333www.mmfa.orgIts collection includes 19th and 20th century American paintings, Southern regional art, Old Master prints and decorative art. It also houses an interactive gallery for children, ARTWORkS. Free admission. Open Tue–Sun.
Riverwalk Amphitheater |355 Coosa St, 36104
334-625-2100www.funontheriver.netThe Amphitheater, a sprawling grassy area on the banks of the Alabama River, is perfect for picnics, concerts, movies, plays, productions and more. The Splash Pad offers a fountain of water for children to play in and the surround sound system provides crystal clear quality for each event. Call for schedule. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk. Downtown
Troy University’s Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts |251 Montgomery St, 36104
334-241-9567http://montgomery.troy.edu/davistheatre/The Davis Theatre has been completely restored to its original 1930s look when it was the Para-mount Movie House. Now affiliated with Troy University, the annual Subscriber Series is comprised of touring productions of Broadway shows to concerts. Admission charge. Call for schedule. Downtown
Montgomery Performing Arts Centre|201 Tallapoosa St, 36104
334-481-5100
Located in the heart of down-town as a part of the Renais-sance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center complex, this 1,800-seat, state-of-the-art facility is large enough for first-run Broadway
shows, yet intimate enough to view a wide variety of concerts, operas, comedy acts, kids shows as well as performances by local arts groups. MPAC’s schedule stays full with diverse offerings that are sure to enter-tain everyone. Downtown
Arts & Theatre ItineraryDay One9:00 Montgomery Area Visitor Center, Historic Union Station10:00 SAC’s Gallery11:00 Shopping in the Mulberry District---------------------------------------------------2:00 Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts3:30 Blount Cultural Park & Shakespeare Gardens--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6:30 Alabama Shakespeare Festival or the Faulkner University Dinner Theater
Day Two10:00 Hank Williams Museum and Memorial--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1:30 F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Museum3:00 Shopping in Old Cloverdale--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7:00 Local Theatre at the Davis Theatre for The Performing Arts or the Montgomery Performing Arts Centre
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Express YourselfLocated inside the Montgom-
ery Museum of Fine Arts, ARTWORkS is an interactive, hands-on wonderland where the world of the visual arts becomes child’s play. Visitors are encouraged to touch the art in ARTWORkS and to explore the many computers with a variety of art-related software. A mezzanine features an assortment of art-related books, games and puzzles. Admission to MMFA and ARTWORkS is free, but a donation of any size is always appreciated.
Capitol IdeaAlabama is a treasure trove of
history—some of it tumultu-ous, all of it interesting—and you can get an up-close-and-personal experience with the state’s multi-
faceted heritage by taking the free, guided tour of the State Capitol Building. Built in 1851, Alabama’s State Capitol Building is one of the only state capitols designated a National Historic Landmark and one of the oldest capitol buildings in the country. (And we think one of the most beautiful too!) The tour guides at the Capitol share a wealth of knowledge and insider informa-tion. Downtown
Splish SplashTake in the Alabama River’s
natural beauty with a visit to the Riverwalk. But when the tempera-
ture heats up, so does the fun level, thanks to the Riverwalk Splash Pad. Parents can chill out while the kids cool off—running, jumping and, of course, splashing among rising and falling jets of water. Downtown
Pure PlayYou’ll have a swinging good
time at any of Montgomery’s playgrounds (map on page 44), but the abundance of swirling slides, monkey bars and more at kiwanis Park (downtown) and Vaughn Rd Park promise an afternoon packed with endless action.
Say MooTurn on the imagination with
the interactive exhibits and displays at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association’s MOOseum. kids and adults alike will walk away with fresh perspective on Alabama’s important agricultural heritage. Downtown
While you’re downtown, stop in Tucker Pecan Co. and enjoy hand-dipped ice cream cones for a dollar, and sample the pecans while you’re there.
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There’s so much to do in Montgomery and quite a bit of it is yours for the taking. Check out these places that will entertain you and your family without requiring you to open your wallet.
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Alabama Department of Archives and History |624 Washington Ave, 36104
334-242-4435
It is the oldest state-funded
Archives in the nation and features a genealogical research facility and museum exhibits that tell the story of Alabama history. Free admission. Museum open Mon – Fri, Research Room open Tues – Fri. Downtown
Alabama Judicial Building |300 Dexter Ave, 36104
334-229-0700
Learn the history of the legal profession and judicial branch of government in Alabama and visit the Alabama Supreme Court and the Courts of Criminal and Civil Appeals. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri. Downtown
Alabama State Capitol |600 Dexter Ave, 36104
334-242-3935
Witness the spot where Jefferson Davis took the oath of office as President of the Confederate States of America and where the Civil Rights March ended. Guided tours are available. Free admission. Open Mon – Sat. Downtown
City of Saint Jude |2048 W Fairview Ave, 36108
334-265-6791
Visit the final campsite of the Selma-to-Montgomery March and site of the “Stars for Freedom” rally featuring Harry Belafonte, Mahalia Jackson, Sammy Davis Jr., and many others. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri.
Civil Rights Memorial & Center |400 Washington Ave, 36104
334-956-8200
Dedicated to those who died during the modern Civil Rights Move-ment, the wall includes excerpts of the historical speech by Dr. Martin Luther king, Jr. Memorial–Free admission. Open Mon – Sun, dawn to dusk. Center – Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat. Downtown
Walk Back in Time Montgomery Historical Attractions
Old Alabama Town |301 Columbus St, 36104
334-240-4500www.oldalabamatown.comThere are no facades or newly constructed buildings here. This 19th-century village cover-ing six blocks in downtown features completely authentic 19th and early 20th century homes and buildings that have been saved from demolition,
carefully restored and reopened to the public as a living his-tory museum. Visit over 40 restored structures including Lucas Tavern, a schoolhouse and a cotton gin. Scheduled group tours are available, or for self-guided walking tours, maps are provided and costumed inter-preters are on hand at each block to answer questions and provide more information. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat. Downtown
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Court Square Fountain |Intersection of Commerce St and
Dexter Ave, 36104
This beautiful fountain is topped by a statue of Hebe, Goddess of Youth and Cupbearer to the Gods, and was built in 1885 over an existing artesian basin. Downtown
Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church |454 Dexter Ave, 36104
334-263-3970
In this National Historic Land-mark see the modest pulpit where Rev. Martin Luther king, Jr. first preached his message of hope and brotherhood. Call for tours at least one week in advance. Admission charge. Open Tue – Sat. Downtown
Dexter Parsonage Museum |309 S Jackson St, 36104
334-261-3270
Dr. Martin Luther king, Jr., and his family lived here from 1954 to 1960 while he led the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Admission charge. Open Tues – Sat. Downtown
First White House of the Confederacy |644 Washington Ave, 36104
334-242-1861www.firstwhitehouse.orgThis house was Jefferson Davis’ home while Montgomery served as the Capital of the Confederate States of America and contains many of Davis’ personal belongings. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri, closed weekends and state holidays. Downtown
Freedom Rides Museum |210 S Court, 36104
334-242-3935
Located in Montgomery’s historic Greyhound Bus Station, the museum features the Road to Equality–The 1961 Freedom Rides art exhibit. Share Your Story, an interactive video exhibit, will cap-ture and show thoughts and feelings from riders, witnesses and museum visitors. Admission charge. Call to schedule tour. Downtown
Governor’s Mansion |1142 Perry St, 36104
334-834-3022
Built in 1906, this graceful mansion has been home to the Governor of Alabama since its purchase in 1950. Call for schedule. Free admission.
National Center for the Study of Civil Rights & African American Culture at ASU |1345 Carter Hill Rd, 36106
334-229-4876
View Civil Rights and African American cultural exhibits and hear scholarly lectures and stories from foot soldiers of the Movement. Free admission. Open Mon–Tues; Thurs – Sun.
Rosa Parks Library and Museum & Children’s Wing |252 Montgomery St, 36104
334-241-8615
Experience the energy and emotion of the Montgomery Bus Boycott at this museum, which features a re-created street scene and reenactment on the bus with video footage that transports witnesses to the fateful day on December 1, 1955. The Chil-dren’s Wing prepares visitors for the museum reenactment involving Rosa Parks. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat. Downtown
St. John’s Episcopal Church |113 Madison Ave, 36104
334-262-1937
St. John’s was built in 1855 and has been a beacon of hope throughout Montgomery’s history. Jefferson Davis’ pew and a Tiffany window are among its unique attributes. Downtown
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Wynton M. Blount Cultural ParkOne Museum Drive | Montgomery, AL 36117
Phone: 334.240.4333Email: museuminfo@mmfa.org
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Alabama Cattlemen’s Association “MOOseum”|201 S Bainbridge St, 36102
334-265-1867
This hands-on children’s educational center has a unique agricultural theme. Let your kids be cowboys and cowgirls with interactive displays and dress-up fun! Free admission. Open Mon – Fri. Downtown
Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama|700 Hyundai Blvd, 36105
334-387-8019
Experience over 1,000 Hyundai vehicles made daily by 2,700 Alabama Team Members. Enjoy a guided tram tour while wearing safety glasses and a headset. Tours of the facility are available, by reservation only, Mon, Wed and Fri at 9:30am, 12:30pm & 2:00pm and on Thurs. at 6:30pm. Minimum age: 6. Please call or visit the website for more information. Free admission.
Ice Palace |1000 Eastdale Mall, 36109
334-277-2088
Ice skate year-round in Alabama’s only ice rink inside a mall. At Eastdale Mall. Admission charge. Open daily.
Mann Wildlife Learning Museum |325 Vandiver Blvd, 36110
334-240-4900www.mannmuseum.comVisit the Mann Museum and witness North American wildlife in realistic settings that reflect their natural habitats. Touch and feel a variety of displays and animals. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.
Riverboat – Harriott II|End of Commerce St
at Riverwalk, 36104334-625-2100www.funontheriver.netTake a ride on Montgomery’s newest attraction, the Harriott II and enjoy a scenic ride along the Alabama River. Admission charge. Call for schedule. Downtown
W.A. Gayle Planetarium |1010 Forest Ave, 36106
334-241-4799
Located in beautiful Oak Park, the planetarium hosts an auditorium designed especially for simulating the natural sky by projecting images of the sun, moon, stars and other celes-tial objects on a 50-foot dome ceiling. It’s operated by Troy University for the City of Montgomery. Admission charge. Open Mon-Thurs and Sun.
Montgomery Zoo |2301 Coliseum Blvd, 36110
334-240-4900www.montgomeryzoo.comLions and tigers and bears, oh my! Take a walk on the wild side at the Montgomery Zoo, where over 500 animals await in natural habitats divided into five continents. The 40-acre, AZA-accredited Zoo is alive with exotic animals and lush vegetation. Embark on an educational adventure and see African Elephants, North American River Otters and even hand-feed Giraffes at the Zoo’s Giraffe Encounter. Paddleboats, a playground and a train traversing the Zoo are additional amusements and a coming Sky-Lift will give visitors a bird’s eye view. While at the Zoo, don’t forget about the Mann Museum, with over 275 exhibits of wildlife. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.
Family Fun…summoning smiles from kids of all ages
Family ItineraryDay One9:00 Montgomery Area Visitor Center, historic Union Station10:00 Old Alabama Town --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1:30 Alabama Cattlemen’s “MOOseum”3:00 Alabama Department of Archives & History--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7:00 Riverwalk Stadium or Riverboat Cruise on the Harriott II
Day Two9:00 Montgomery Zoo10:30 Mann Wildlife Learning Museum--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------12:30 ARTWORKS at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts1:30 Shopping at the Shoppes at EastChase2:30 Skating at the Ice Palace inside Eastdale Mall
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BASEBALL & SOFTBALLBuddy Watson Park|1801 Taylor Rd, 36117
334-241-2300
A 30-acre facility located off I-85 on Exit 9. Concessions available.
Catoma Ball Fields|1780 Mitchell Young Rd, 36108
334-241-2300
A 15-acre facility located in West Montgomery. Concessions available.
Dean Fain Park|8700 Minnie Brown Rd, 36117
334-244-5741
A 40-acre, four-field complex located just off of I-85. Concessions available. Admission varies by game.
Gateway Park Ball Field|3800 Davenport Pkwy, 36108
334-284-7920
A 180-acre park located off I-65. Admission varies by game.
Lagoon Park Batting Cages-Slugger Sport|2855 Lagoon Park Dr, 36109
334-395-6699
Complete with eight batting cages and a full-service pro shop. Token prices vary. Hours change seasonally.
Lagoon Park Softball Complex|2855 Lagoon Park Dr, 36109
334-271-7016
The premier Softball Complex com-plete with picnic areas, playground equipment, concessions and souvenir shop. Admission varies by game.
Montgomery Biscuits Baseball|200 Coosa St, 36104
334-323-2255
Have a blast at Montgomery’s beauti-ful and historic Riverwalk Stadium, home of Montgomery’s very own AA baseball team, the Biscuits. In addi-tion to some championship baseball action, a family-friendly atmosphere and scores of yummy food options keep the stands full. Admission var-ies. Call for schedule. Downtown
Montgomery East - AUM|250 Brown Springs Rd, 36117
334-241-2300
A 25-acre facility located behind Auburn Montgomery. Concession available. Admission varies by game.
Paterson Field|1215 Madison Ave, 36107
334-241-2300
Local baseball field located in downtown Montgomery. Admission varies by game. Downtown
Thompson Park|1655 Ray Thorington Rd, 36117
334-241-2300
Special needs facility. Concessions available. Admission varies by game.
BASkETBALLDunn-Oliver Acadome|1595 Robert C. Hatch Dr, 36101
334-229-4529
This multi-use facility is home to the Alabama State University Hornets’ Basketball and can also host entertainment activities, conference meetings and conventions and cultural events. Concessions available. Admission varies by game. Call for sche dule.
FOOTBALL
Cramton Bowl|1022 Madison Ave, 36104
334-241-2300
Local football field with artificial turf located in downtown Montgomery. Concessions available. Admission varies by game. Call for schedule. Downtown
Montgomery Alabama River Skate Park|301 Bibb St, 36104
334-240-4561www.montgomeryskatepark.comTry for a crispy tailgrab or an awesome 180 at the River Skate Park downtown. This facility features a 5-foot mini ramp and a fully stocked skate shop and invites skaters of all ages to come out, hop on their board and smooth their skills while having some fun. Admission varies. Call for schedule. Downtown
Get your game on here! Whatever you’re up to, the capital city is the perfect place to play.
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Wetumpka, AL 36092334-514-0469www.pcigaming.comThis 39,000-square-foot casino features a Players Club, ATM machines and check cashing. Admission is free.
Creek Casino Montgomery|1801 Eddie L. Tullis Rd, 36117
334-273-9003www.pcigaming.comThis 21,000-square-foot casino overlooks Alabama’s scenic Tallapoosa River and features a Players Club, state-of-the-art “Ticket In-Ticket Out” technology, ATM machines, check cashing and free parking. Admission is free. Have the best of both worlds: play the machines or a round of golf.
MOTORSPORTSMontgomery Motorsports Park|2600 N Belt Dr, 36110
334-260-9660
A Jim Howard Track and a member of the National Drag Racing Association. Concessions available. Admission varies. Call for track schedule.
Montgomery Motorsports Speedway|480 Booth Rd, 36108
334-262-6101
One of the finest racing facilities available in the Southeast, hosting several National Racing Series. Concessions available. Admission varies. Call for track schedule.
MULTI-PURPOSEGarrett Coliseum|1555 Federal Dr, 36107
334-242-5597
An ideal entertainment facility for rodeos, concerts, social events, ex-positions, trade shows, sports events, horse and cattle shows and sales and the circus. Concessions available. Admission varies. Call for schedule.
Multi-Purpose FacilityOpening summer 2012
|Madison Ave, 36104334-241-2300
This brand new 90,000-square-foot indoor sports facility will be con-structed adjacent to Cramton Bowl. The main floor will be approximately 72,000 square feet with a seating capacity of 4,000. Admission varies. Call for schedule. Downtown
SOCCEREmory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex |300 Brown Springs Rd, 36117
334-244-3000
This new facility will include eight lit soccer fields along with two stadium fields. Renovations to the facility should be completed by fall 2012.
TENNIS
Lagoon Park Tennis Center |2855 Lagoon Park Dr, 36109
334-240-4051
Located in the heart of Lagoon Park, this facility offers lit courts, a pro-shop and a restaurant. Concessions available. Court fee.
O’Conner Tennis Center|500 Anderson St, 36107
334-240-4884
Public courts located close to Alabama State University. Court fee.
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Cottonwood Golf Club|7160 Byron Nelson Blvd, 36116
334-281-3344
This Byron Nelson designed, 18-hole championship course sports a challenging, but fair, layout.
Emerald Mountain Golf Club|254 Mountain View Dr
Wetumpka, AL 36093334-514-8082
Emerald Mountain has two different styles of 9-hole championship courses perfect for all skill levels.
Gateway Park Golf Course |3800 Davenport Pkwy, 36105
334-284-7920
Gateway has a 9-hole 5,862-yard, par 32 executive course with par 3 and 4, a state-of-the-art clubhouse and scenic views.
Lagoon Park Golf Course|2855 Lagoon Park Dr, 36109
334-271-7000www.playmontgomerygolf.comThis course is a beautifully mani-cured, par-72 championship layout. It was ranked a Top 50 public course in the United States by Golf Digest.
Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail–Cambrian Ridge|101 Sunbelt Pkwy
Greenville, AL 36037334-382-9787
Golfers can mix and match using the three 9-hole championship courses to find their perfect 18.
Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail–Grand National|3000 Robert Trent Jones Trail
Opelika, AL 36801334-749-9042
With two 18-hole championship courses, Grand National is a favorite.
Tallapoosa Lakes Golf Course|1501 Dozier Rd, 36117
334-260-4900www.tlakesgolf.comThis 36-hole complex is one of Alabama’s most popular courses, featuring generous landing areas and Bermuda greens.
Tee up at any one of the eight spectacular, and distinctive, golf courses in the Montgomery area that are definitely up to par.
Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail– Capitol Hill |2600 Constitution Ave
Prattville, AL 36066334-285-1114
As the closest RTJ course to the capital city, Capitol Hill boasts three 18-hole Championship courses, appro priately named The Senator, The Legislator and The Judge. Each is unique. The Senator offers a traditional, Scottish-style layout; The Legislator lets you play among the pines; and The Judge offers unrivaled natural beauty, with 12 of its holes bordering the Alabama River. Capitol Hill hosts the Navistar LPGA Classic each fall.
Golf: In the Swing of Things
The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail is regularly ranked by national magazines like GOLF and Golf Di-gest as some of the best and most affordable public golf anywhere in the country. Visitors who’ve been bitten by the golf bug are lucky: three of the stops on the famed trail are within an hour’s drive.
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10. First White House of the Confederacy
11. Freedom Rides Museum
12. Hank Williams Museum
13. Hank Williams Statue
14. Montgomery Performing Arts Centre
15. Old Alabama Town
16. Riverboat – Harriott II
17. Riverwalk Amphitheater
18. Rosa Parks Library and Museum
19. St. John’s Episcopal Church
20. Troy University’s Davis Theatre
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1. Alabama Shakespeare Festival2. Capri Theatre3. City of St. Jude4. F. Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald Museum5. Faulkner University Dinner Theatre6. Governor’s Mansion7. Hank Williams Memorial8. Hyundai Motor Mfg. Alabama9. Ice Palace
10. Mann Wildlife Learning Museum11. Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts12. Montgomery Zoo13. National Center for the Study of Civil Rights & African American Culture at ASU14. W. A. Gayle Planetarium
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1048 Jazz & Blues Club|1104 E Fairview Ave, 36106
334-834-1048
In the heart of Old Cloverdale, 1048 Jazz and Blues Club has live music every night in a relaxed atmosphere.
Blue Byrd’s|6804 Atlanta Hwy, 36117
334-356-4690
This premier hotspot features nightly events from poker to live bands.
Bud’s|1018 E Fairview Ave, 36106
334-356-3866
This neighborhood sports bar is cool and casual in Old Cloverdale.
Eastside Grille|6667 Atlanta Hwy, 36117
334-274-1200
This full-service upscale restaurant and bar features live entertainment every Wed–Sat.
Fronduti’s Bar N Grill|1501 Dozier Rd, 36117
334-260-4399
Find great fun, food and atmosphere at this bar and grill on the golf course with live music and big-screen TVs.
Head on the Door|5028 Vaughn Rd, 36116
334-270-1928
This capital city nightclub kicks the nightlife scene into another gear.
It’ll Do Tavern|557 N East Blvd, 36109
334-356-1355
This friendly watering hole features live entertainment every Thurs-Sun.
Key Largo Bar & Grill|1343 Dalraida Rd, 36109
334-272-1401
key Largo Bar & Grill is a leisurely spot with live entertainment. Located at the back gate of Gunter Air Force Base.
La Jolla|6854 EastChase Pkwy, 36117
334-356-2600www.lajollamontgomery.comEnjoy delicious cocktails, a wide variety of wines and other libations at this sophisticated establishment.
Capitol Oyster Bar at The Marina|617 Shady St, 36104
334-239-8958www.capitoloysterbar.comThe Capitol Oyster Bar overlooks the beautiful Alabama River and downtown and boasts a comfortable covered deck with a scenic view. Live entertainment Thurs - Sun.
Pine Bar|501 Cloverdale Rd, 36106
334-239-9061
Locals gather after work at this friendly, pub-like bar in Old Cloverdale.
Rock Bottom American Pub|2430 Eastern Blvd, 36117
334-239-7625
You’ll find it all at “the Bottom”: Food, sports and fun.
The Tipping Point|5015 Hampstead High St, 36116
334-260-9110www.tippingpointhampstead.comGo for the coffee and sandwiches during the day; stay for great beer and wine during the city’s “best happy hour” in an easy-going environment with an expansive deck.
night Life ...when the sun goes down, the good times start up
Drink It All InDon’t miss Montgomery’s most happening spots:
• Toast the sunset on the river’s edge with a tangy and tart margarita at the Capitol Oyster Bar at The Marina.
• Relax in the spacious covered outdoor area and sip a tasty Bellringer at the Exchange Bar. In the 1800s, Free-ney’s Bell Tavern occupied the corner where the Renaissance now sits. Today, a replica of Freeney’s Bell hangs at the Exchange Bar and chimes daily at 5p.m. signaling the end of the workday.
• At AlleyBAR, the action heats up when you get cold. Don a faux fur coat (in a situation-appropriate “alley cat” print) and enter the city’s only frozen shot room, where your drink is served in a shot glass made of ice.
• At La Jolla, ask for the French Martini, a sophisticated blend of vodka, raspberry liquor and pineapple juice topped with champagne.
AlleyBAR|166 Commerce St, 36104
334-387-3333www.alleybarmontgomery.com This lively entertainment spot located in The Alley is the place to be downtown.
Dreamland BBQ |101 Tallapoosa St, 36104
334-273-7427www.dreamlandbbq.comEnjoy 24 beers on tap along with live entertainment.
The Exchange Bar|201 Tallapoosa St, 36104
334-481-5165www.renaissancemontgomery.comExperience live music every night and enjoy the outdoor covered patio at the Renaissance Hotel and Spa at the Convention Center.
La Salle Bleu & Sous La Terre |82A-B Commerce St, 36104
334-265-2069
This jazz and blues lounge in downtown is legendary for smooth sounds and delicious drinks.
DOWNTOWN
Catch some live music, mix and mingle, watch the big game or just kick back with a cold one at any one of the city’s many nightlife options.
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Bass Pro Shop |2553 Rocky Mount Rd
Prattville, AL 36066334-290-6400www.basspro.comThe store offers nearly 140,000 square feet of outdoor excitement including the area’s largest selection of quality gear for fishing, hunting, camping and boating as well as large freshwater and saltwater aquariums. Free admission. Open Mon – Sun.
Coosa Outdoor Center|172 River Rd
Wetumpka, AL 36092334-201-5510
Whether your interest is camping, renting canoes or sit-on-top kayaks, organizing a group trip or purchasing equipment, the staff at COC is ready to assist you with your outdoor adventure. Prices vary. Call for schedule.
Coosa River Adventures|415 Company St
Wetumpka, AL 36092334-514-0279
Coosa River Adventures outfits you with a canoe or sit-on-top kayak and provides access to the launch site, paddles and life jackets. Prices vary. Call for schedule.
Fort Toulouse/Jackson Park |2521 W Fort Toulouse Rd
Wetumpka, AL 36093334-567-3002
The park features a 1700s French fort reconstruction in a 165-acre park amidst the rural setting at the confluence of the Coosa and Tallapoosa Rivers. Just 10 minutes from downtown Montgomery. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.
Lower Wetumpka Shotgun Sports Club|4758 Lower Wetumpka Rd, 36110
334-420-3371
This complex offers two sporting clays courses, a covered five-stand, wobble trap, skeet field, archery and continental pheasant hunts. Call for hours.
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Kimberly Moon at AWF
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Blount Cultural Park |6055 Vaughn Rd, 36116
www.blountculturalpark.orgThis 350-acre park is reminiscent of the English countryside and houses the Alabama Shakespeare Festival and the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts. Free Admission. Open seven days a week, dawn to dusk, unless reserved for a private party.
Hampstead Institute Downtown Farm|425 Molton St, 36104
www.hampsteadinstitute.orgIn the midst of downtown Montgomery, this all-natural urban farm offers community planting beds, you-pick fruits, an orchard, a
star-gazing hill and exciting learning opportunities with the farmer-in-residence. Downtown
Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum |3001 Jasmine Hill Rd
Wetumpka, AL 36093 334-263-5713www.jasminehill.orgThis incredible 20-acre garden features mythical gods and Olympian heroes with beautiful flowers year round. The Olympian style visitor center will make your visit to “Alabama’s Little Corner of Greece” memorable. Open mid-March through the end of June from 9am-5pm Fri–Sat and from 12pm-5pm on Sun. Admission charge.
Shakespeare Garden & Amphitheatre |6055 Vaughn Rd, 36117
334-271-5300 www.blountculturalpark.orgLocated within the Blount Cultural Park, this is one of seven such gardens in the USA, which features plants and flowers mentioned in Shakespeare’s plays. Free admission. Open seven days a week dawn to dusk, unless reserved for a private party.
Alabama Nature Center |3050 Lanark Rd, Millbrook, AL 36054
800-822-9453
Alabama is one of the most bio-diverse states in the nation, and right off of I-65 in Millbrook, a good sampling of several differ-ent ecosystems can be found all in one place at the Alabama Nature Center — one of the best ways to experience the wonders of nature in Alabama. The Alabama Nature Center is on the grounds of the Alabama Wildlife Federation’s headquarters and is a 350-acre planned-use outdoor education facility with five miles of boardwalks and trails traversing forests, fields, streams, wetlands and ponds. There are often special events (guided hikes, kids’ fishing rodeos, nature photography classes) planned for the public, especially in the summer months. Free admission. Call for schedule.
Gardens & More: Super NaturalExplore the beauty and bounty that Mother Nature bestowed on the River Region.
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The Seeds of Something GoodMontgomery’s urban farms are growing more than fresh fruits and veggies;
they’re growing a good time too.
Ag-ri-tour-ism [ag-ri-toor-iz-uhm] Letting visitors experience the simpler side of life and authentic, wholesome foods by introducing them to farming activities and culture.
The spring of 2011 saw the first flush of life at a brand new farm. But it’s not just any farm. The adjacent landscape is by no means pastoral. The surrounding sky is framed between office buildings and parking decks. It’s the Hampstead Institute Downtown Farm, an urban farm that opened in downtown Montgomery in April 2011, becoming the capital city’s second urban farm. The other is located in the Hamp-stead community and opened in 2009. Both locations offer residents and visitors the chance to connect with the area’s agricultural heritage, its natural resources and a wealth of farm-fresh food.
An old red caboose that’s been re-purposed to serve as resi-dent farmer’s office marks the front of the Downtown Farm. This 2.5-acre, all-natural, community farm provides fresh, local produce for area restaurants, educates resident and vis-iting school children and provides a welcome punch of green to the city’s center. Future plans at the Downtown Farm call for a greenhouse that will extend the growing season as well as an expansion of the current cooking and organic garden-ing classes held throughout the year.
Hampstead Farms, the city’s first urban farm, is a 3-acre oasis embedded in the Hampstead neighborhood and hosts many entertaining and educational events, including Hampstead Sprouts, a series of classes for kids that teach basic garden-ing and farming skills, nutrition and more.
Both farms were created by The Hampstead Institute, a
non-profit organization that promotes sustainable growth in the city and surrounding areas. The farms are tools to tout the benefits of eating locally grown, in-season produce, and they do so with multiple annual events including classes for k-8th grade kids; hands-on planning, design and building workshops; behind-the-scene project tours; and nutrition programs. The annual Farm-to-Fork Food Invasion, a culi-nary festival featuring guest chefs cooking the bounty of the farms, is held each fall at Hampstead and is a local favorite.
Visit each of the farms to check out the their working windmills, a children’s learning area, wildflower plots and urban chickens (downtown) as well as a sunflower field and pumpkin patch (at Hampstead in the fall) in addition to their production beds growing everything from tomatoes, peppers and okra to broccoli, kale and herbs. Then take some of the harvest home by visiting the Montgomery Curb Market in the summer or stop by the Farm Stand at the Downtown Farm to buy some of the recent harvest.
Find details on the special events held at both farms throughout the year at www.hampsteadinstitute.org
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Mandy Bagwell CollectionTaking home some of Montgomery artist Mandy Bagwell’s colorful, whimsical plates, bowls, mugs, ornaments and more is a great way to commemorate a visit to Montgomery. Find her work at Southern Homes & Gardens, LULU’s Attic to Antiques and The Stop at Union Station.
CandlesMade specifically for the Governor’s Mansion, these scented candles’ aromas are related to the home and its grounds including native flowers and even the Mansion chef’s gingerbread recipe. Find them at The Governor’s Mansion Gift Shop.
Alabama ClayThese figures are fashioned by hand from the rich deposits of clay found in the River Region’s Elmore County area, showcasing the material’s natural hues. Find it at The Stop at Union Station inside the Montgomery Area Visitor Center.Blue Moon Cookbook
This quintessential collection of Southern recipes includes the delicious dishes made famous at Montgomery’s Blue Moon Inn restaurant, which closed in 1978. Cecil McMillan, the restaurant’s owner, put out the cook-book in 1979, and it is now in its final printing. Get your copy before they’re gone at The Goat Hill Museum Store and The Stop at Union Station.
Cinda b. BagsIf you need a place to stow all your Montgomery shopping finds, get a pretty, functional tote or other bag made by nationally known designer cinda b. Find a variety of her products at hue studio inc. and Christine’s Feathered Nest.
Greenman CeramicsThese works of art created by Montgomery potter and professor Dr. Christopher Greenman are lovely combinations of texture, color and form. Find them at The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts’ Museum Store.
Take Your Trip HomeDon’t want to leave? Pick up a few of these items to keep the memory
of your Montgomery experience alive.
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STYLE SAVVY
Bou Cou|2101 Eastern Blvd, Suite 411
334-239-0655
Eve’s Studio|2026 Clubview Ave
334-262-8888
Focus on Fashion|413 Coliseum Blvd
334-272-1170
Henig Furs, Inc.|7449 EastChase Pkwy
334-277-7610
JUST FOR kIDS
Barb’s on Mulberry |1923 Mulberry St
334-269-2272
Born Children’s Boutique|3014 Zelda Rd
334-215-9140
Storkland and The Name Dropper|7107 EastChase Pkwy
334-277-7118
STYLE SAVVY for men
Buckelew’s|7012 Vaughn Rd
334-279-5147
Jos. A. Bank Clothiers of Alabama|2960 Zelda Rd
334-279-8838
The Locker Room|1717 Carter Hill Rd
334-262-1788
DECk THE WALLS
Dauber Gallery|130 Commerce St, Suite 102
334-538-4677
S.A.C.’s Gallery|529 S Perry St, Suite 14
334-265-9931
Stonehenge & Stonehenge Lighting |401 Cloverdale Rd
334-263-3190
THE PERFECT GIFTS
Al’s Flowers|1725 Carter Hill Rd
334-265-1125
Capitol’s Rosemont Gardens|2210 Rosemont Pl
334-834-7731
Fine Line Engravers & Gifts|1651 Perry Hill Rd
334-281-7577
Charlotte’s Jewelry|8161 Vaughn Rd
334-396-1991
Heidi’s Fine Jewelry|4695 Vaughn Rd
334-239-7700
Marguirette’s Exquisite Jewelry|7818 Vaughn Rd
334-270-0074
Southern Homes & Gardens|8820 Vaughn Rd
334-387-0440
|3561 Wetumpka Hwy334-277-67460
Ware Jewelers|7268 EastChase Pkwy
334-749-5005
You Name It|5350A Atlanta Hwy
334-272-9878
BE SPECIFIC
Bass Pro Shops |2553 Rocky Mount Rd
334-290-6400
Kinnucan’s|6820 EastChase Pkwy
334-356-3050
The Stop at Union Station|300 Water St
334-262-0013
GOURMET GOODIES
Edible Arrangements|3000 Zelda Rd
334-270-2888
Filet & Vine, Inc. |431 Cloverdale Rd
334-262-8463
Peppertree Steaks & Wine|8101 Vaughn Rd
334-271-6328
Tucker Pecan Company |350 N McDonough St
334-262-4470
The Vintage Olive |8101B Vaughn Rd
334-260-3700
ALL TOGETHER NOW
Eastdale Mall|5501 Atlanta Hwy
334-277-7380
The Shoppes at EastChase|7274 EastChase Pkwy
334-279-6046
DISCOVER TREASURES
Eastbrook Flea Market & Antique Mall|425 Coliseum Blvd
334-277-4027
Pickwick Antiques|3851 Interstate Ct
334-279-1481
Shopping...find your style!
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Historical ItineraryDay One9:00 Montgomery Area Visitor Center, Historic Union Station10:00 Alabama State Capitol11:00 Freedom Rides Museum--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1:30 Alabama Department of Archives & History3:30 First White House of the Confederacy
Day Two9:30 Old Alabama Town--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1:00 Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church2:00 Dexter Avenue Parsonage3:00 Rosa Parks Library & Museum
Home Base for HeritageMontgomery makes a great home base for exploring many important Civil Rights and Civil War sites.
Montgomery to SelmaMuch of the Civil Rights story can be revisited in Montgomery. But even more can be found along the National Civil Rights Trail. It commemorates the events, people and route of the 1965 Voting Rights March and links Montgomery to nearby Selma. Once in Selma, tour compelling sites like the National Voting Rights Museum and Institute, the Brown Chapel A.M.E. Church & king Monument and the Edmund Pettus Bridge.
Montgomery to TuskegeeA day trip to Tuskegee offers a glimpse of heroism at the Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site. Educa-tional accomplishments are also honored in Tuskegee at The “Oaks,” home of Booker T. Washington, and at the George Washington Carver Museum.
Change Born of CourageA single moment can transform the world. When Rosa Parks’ display of quiet courage sparked the Bus Boycott giving impetus to the Civil Rights Movement, Montgom-ery became the epicenter of a groundbreaking societal shift that would change our entire nation for the better.
Listen & LearnTake advantage of The Civil Rights Audio Tour, a self-guided walking or driving tour of Mont-gomery’s Civil Rights sites. The program includes information about the places and people, featuring their voices. Visit the
Montgomery Area Visitor Center to get a walking tour CD.
Civil Rights ItineraryDay One9:00 Montgomery Area Visitor Center, Historic Union Station10:00 Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church11:00 Dexter Avenue Parsonage Museum--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1:30 Civil Rights Memorial2:00 Civil Rights Memorial Center3:00 Alabama Department of Archives & History
Day Two9:30 Rosa Parks Library & Museum and Children’s Wing11:30 Alabama State Capitol--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2:00 National Center for the Study of Civil Rights and African American Culture at Alabama State University2:30 Freedom Rides Museum
Cradle of the ConfederacyIn the Winter Building on Dexter Avenue in a Montgomery that was barely four decades old, the orders to fire the first shot and embark on the largest armed conflict on American soil were signed and sent. Last year marked the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, and there’s no better place to delve into its history than in the city where Jefferson Davis, first and only President of the Confederacy, was sworn in and resided. Stand on the star Davis stood on as he was sworn in on the State Capitol steps.
Confederate Trail ItineraryDay One9:00 Montgomery Area Visitor Center, Historic Union Station10:00 Alabama State Capitol11:30 Confederate Memorial--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1:30 First White House of the Confederacy3:30 The Confederate Post Office4:00 The Winter Building
Day Two9:00 St. John’s Episcopal Church9:45 The Alabama Department of Archives and History Building--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1:00 Alabama’s Confederate Prison1:45 Oakwood Cemetery
First White House of the Confederacy
Jefferson Davis star
Dexter Ave. King Memorial Baptist Church
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HOw THe CVB CAN HeLp You PlaN YouR FaMIlY REuNIoN
We can provide services and resources throughout the planning stages of your reunion. Go to visitingmontgomery.com or call 800-240-9452 to request a detailed planning guide with valuable tips and a complete planning checklist.
Here is what we can do for you:
l Assist with finding the most suitable hotel.
l Provide visitor information for the reunion planning committee and your guests.
l Provide nametags. Plastic name holders with printed name are complimentary if you have 200 or more hotel room nights. Otherwise, there is a nominal fee of 50 cents per name badge. In either instance we require a minimum of two weeks notice, and the names must be electronically submitted if badges are to be printed.
l Provide vendor information for commemorative items.
Look Inward.Rosa Parks Museum and Children’s Wing Step back in time and experience the sights and sounds that forever changed our country. This state-of-the-art, interactive museum features multi-media presentations and hands-on exhibits honoring the historic decision of one woman.
Rosa Parks Museum ticket prices: 12 years and under $5.50; over 12 years $7.50
W. A. Gayle PlanetariumOne of the largest planetariums in the Southeast, the W. A. Gayle Planetarium offers a spectacular variety of out-of-this-world shows, exhibits and programs.
Gaze Skyward.
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(334) 241-8661252 Montgomery St.Montgomery, AL 36104
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The Right Formula for Family ReunionsBring the whole gang! Montgomery’s abundance of family friendly attractions and activities, dining destinations and venues all permeated by a rich history and true Southern hospitality blend together to make our city the place to host a family reunion full of fun and fellowship. Last year, 232 families gathered here to reconnect and strengthen family ties. The Convention & Visitor Bureau can help you put together a meaningful event that will generate fond memories to last a lifetime.
Need a Few Ideas? Try these activities and attractions with your loved ones.
• Hit a homerun and take your family reunion to a Biscuits baseball game in downtown Montgomery. Several options with special extra touches are available for groups.
• Discover Montgomery’s natural beauty with a relaxing ride down the Alabama River aboard the Harriott II Riverboat. Group rates are available, as is the ability to customize a cruise just for your family.
• Mix and match. Set up a friendly game for the golf-ers in your group at one of eight area courses. While they’re chasing little white balls, others can enjoy the serenity of the European spa at the Montgomery Renaissance Spa & Hotel.
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PLANCalling all Groups!With a wide array of services and helpful advice
delivered by a knowledgeable, friendly team, the
Montgomery CVB makes FUN convenient and
affordable for groups of any kind and any size.
When groups of any size meet in Montgomery, BIG things
happen. Whether you’re gathering here for business or
pleasure, Montgomery has a host of group-friendly attrac-
tions, restaurants and unique sporting facilities to make your
event a brilliant success. This vibrant capital city is the spirit
of Alabama’s heritage; the courage of Rosa Parks; the heart
of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail; the steadfast dream of
Martin Luther king Jr.; and the grace and beauty of the arts.
There’s so much to see and do, and the Convention and
Visitor Bureau is here to meet your every need.
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See It All: Take a Tour
To best experience all Montgomery offers, plan a tour. Our Group Tour Sales staff can help you with all of your tour details. We will contact lodging properties and refer you to step-on guide services and local tour companies. Our sales staff can also suggest a variety of entertainment options for your guests after their tour. Let our staff help you plan scheduled itineraries or assist you with planning several different activities and visits to local attractions. Together we can create a custom tour itinerary just for you.
Stay Power: Lodging
The Montgomery area offers over 7,000 total hotel rooms across the city. Let us make your accommodation res-ervations for you and your group. Our complete list of contacts for each Montgomery property will assure that we find you the best rates, assist you with special services and additional requests.
Enjoy a Warm Welcome: Bags & Brochures
The CVB offers welcome bags and name badges based on the number of room nights booked. Our bags have our Montgomery CVB logo and are accompanied with a sou-venir. Each group is given one souvenir per person, and all items are subject to availability. The CVB will also provide your group with Visitor Guides in which they will find complete lists of attractions, restaurants, entertainment options and general information about the city. We can also provide your group with a calendar of events that highlight the city’s many activities.
WE THINk MONTGOMERY IS A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT, BUT DON’T JUST TAkE OUR WORD FOR IT.
“[In Montgomery] Tourists can stand and look out from the pulpit where Dr. King once preached, and they can visit the basement ... where movement leaders hatched plans for the year-long Montgomery Bus Boycott.” -The Wall Street Journal
“With the addition of restaurants and nightlife near the Riverwalk Stadium, Montgomery is livelier than ever.” -Southern Living magazine
“The city [Montgomery] is the civil rights movement’s ground zero.” -USA Today
“Montgomery doesn’t try to hide its past. Memorials, tourist sites and a narrated
trolley ride tell the stories.”-Atlanta Journal Constitution
“A visit to the The Civil Rights Memorial in Montgomery is a stirring experience.” -Southeastern Group Tour magazine
What They Say
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129 Coosa334-262-8859 • www.129coosa.comExposed brick and wood beams with walls show-casing historic photos of city landmarks gives this venue a warm ambiance. A balcony overlooks The Alley. Downtown
Alabama Activity Center 334-269-0222This building has a spacious, elegant room on the ground floor with easy access for everyone. Guests can spill out onto the large, airy plaza and gather around the beautiful fountain. Downtown
AlleyBAR334-387-3333 • www.alleybarmontgomery.comThis dynamic bar and entertainment venue in downtown is full of energy with a combo of modern and historic décor and the city’s only frozen shot room. It has two spaces for private functions: The BackALLEY and The Upper Room. Downtown
Alley Station334-277-1077Located at the newly renovated Alley, Alley Station’s beautiful architecture and unique event spaces set it apart, as does its Rooftop Terrace. Downtown
Auburn University at Montgomery 334-244-3000 • www.aum.eduThis college campus boasts versatile meeting spaces to meet almost any need. Take advantage of the venues alone or make use of its stellar, and affordable, conference services, which can help you plan the details of your entire event.
Capital City Club 334-834-8920 • www.capitalmontgomery.comLocated in the heart of downtown, this rooftop venue offers sophistication, beautiful views and exceptional facilities. Downtown
Chapel Hill Meeting House at The Waters334-272-3200 • www.thewatersal.comSouthern charm is the hallmark of this full-ser-vice venue set amid the tranquility of The Waters community.
Club Room at Hampstead334-270-6700 • www.hampsteadliving.comLocated inside the vibrant, beautiful community of Hampstead, The Hampstead Club Room offers an elegant, one-of-a-kind space in Montgomery and featuring gorgeous views from atop the Hampstead Tower.
Gateway Park Lodge334-284-7920Situated on the lake at Gateway Park, The Lodge has expansive outdoor decks as well as a large fireplace in the main room and an octagonal club tower with an in-the-round serving bar.
Hank Williams Museum334-262-3600 • www.thehankwilliamsmuseum.comFans of music and history will enjoy the vibe at this nostalgic spot that celebrates the life and career of country music legend Hank Williams. Downtown
Harriott II Riverboat334-625-2100 • www.funontheriver.netDocked beside the Riverwalk and Amphithe-ater, the boat offers dinner, dancing and live entertainment, along with activities for children. Downtown
Hillcrest Manor Bed & Breakfast334-264-8253This historic storybook mansion was rebuilt around 1915 and is located on a tree-lined street tucked amid gardens and formal fountains on a hill overlooking the Historic Garden District.
Jasmine Hill Gardens334-567-6463 • www.jasminehill.orgLush gardens full of color and stunning statuary add interest to any event. This venue is perfect for outdoor events, with indoor options as well.
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts334-240-4333 • www.mmfa.orgAll types of events gain new dimension. From the grand Rotunda with marble floors under a magnificent dome to the outdoor Terrace and Amphitheater with picturesque vistas, the Museum is the perfect venue for a unique event.
Montgomery Zoo334-240-4900 • www.montgomeryzoo.comThe presence of nearby animals from around the world adds exotic appeal to this venue. The Zoo’s Overlook Café can accommodate a large number of people, complete with sit down dinners or an elegant buffet. The onsite Mann Museum offers an indoor setting that will easily accommodate a sit-down dinner or cocktail buffet.
One Dexter Avenue334-262-1245Civil Rights pioneer Rosa Parks was arrested nearby, and across the street, the telegram that started the Civil War was sent. One Dexter Avenue has always been in the center of the action and still is. Downtown
Oaks Plantation334-260-8116Take a step back in time when you drive up the Avenue of the Oaks to the grand Oaks Planta-tion, built in the 1830’s and located in a pastoral setting. This facility blends history with modern facilities.
Unique Venues Get a jumpstart on making your meeting or event in Montgomery a memorable success by choosing from the city’s diverse selection of truly unique venues. There’s something for groups of every type and size.
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Riverwalk Stadium & Riverwalk Amphitheater334-625-2100 • www.funontheriver.netFlexible meeting spaces abound at the ballpark in the heart of downtown, and set right on the river-bank, the Amphitheater can host gatherings large or small with a long list of amenities. Downtown
RSA Plaza Terrace334-269-6090 • www.montgomery-catering.comHigh above Montgomery, the sixth floor of the RSA Plaza Building offers a breathtaking view of the city. A lovely terrace surrounds one large room, which can be divided into four smaller venues. Downtown
Shakespeare Gardens & Amphitheater334-271-5300 • www.asf.netLocated within the Blount Cultural Park, this is one of seven gardens of its kind in the country. It features plants and flowers mentioned in Shake-speare’s plays as well as a terraced Amphitheatre.
Troy University’s Davis Theatre334-241-9543 • montgomery.troy.eduThe Davis Theatre is ideal for many different types of meetings and events in its size, design and especially its location. It is in the center of the city’s revitalized downtown, making it a perfect complement to Montgomery’s nearby convention facilities. Downtown
Troy University’s Whitley Hall334-241-9543 • montgomery.troy.eduThe central location of this venue provides easy access to all that Montgomery’s revitalized down-town has to offer. Downtown
Union Station334-261-1120 • www.visitingmontgomery.comHistoric Union Station provides the perfect backdrop for any event. This historic building still displays the original tile flooring and stained glass windows, which makes any event unique and special. Downtown
Union Station Train Shed334-625-2100 • www.montgomeryal.govAdjacent to Historic Union Station, this covered outdoor space offers you the flexibility to host any kind of event, from a casual cook-out to a formal wedding reception and everything in between. Inthe background, the Alabama River provides the perfect natural landscape for your event. Downtown
W.A. Gayle Planetarium334-241-4799The planetarium can be rented with the option of using the lobby and the auditorium. With over 200 seats, the planetarium’s dome is a great spot for custom presentations, as everybody has the best seat in the house.
Young House334-264-7480Set among the 19th-century community known as Old Alabama Town, this historic home offers your guests an opportunity to dine in style while expe-riencing the culture of the Old South. Downtown
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Moving Along in MontgomeryTake the HMMA Tour for a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most productive
and innovative automotive manufacturers in the world that just happens to be in Montgomery.
They move in perfect sync, their precise movements mesmer-izing onlookers as they gracefully turn, twirl and dip. But this dance is not to be found at a performance put on by one of Montgomery’s accomplished ballet companies. Nope. You can catch this show at the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) facility during a plant tour.
Since it first started producing vehicles in 2005, over 95,000 people have taken the tour and watched as “dancing” robotic arms, robotic machines (there are 400 robots total in the plant) and Hyundai team members stamp, weld, screw, torque, paint, polish and finally, test thousands of Hyundai Sonatas and Elantras.
Set on 1,744 acres, the 3-million-square-foot, state-of-the-art plant turns out 1,300 cars each day in a process known as “just-in-time” manufacturing that ensures there’s not a minute wasted waiting for the previous task to be finished. It all begins with just a thin, plain sheet of steel that quickly, almost magically becomes a car door, thanks to a giant stamping machine. Next, robotic arms move together in a dizzying waltz to apply the multiple spot welds needed on each door. The process continues through the paint shop, the engine shop and the general assembly line.
While the robots do the heavy lifting, the people on the plant floor do the tasks that require hand-eye coordination. Skilled team members affix the doors, install interior parts on the cars’ bodies, each performing a very specific task at just the right moment to keep everything moving.
Hyundai vehicles are renowned for their durability and qual-ity, and the company’s commitment to continuing that quality is evident everywhere at HMMA, from the squeaky clean
facilities and the many inspections to the signage encourag-ing team members to, “Be the world’s best plant.” And when the car is done, it’s still not actually done. Every vehicle is tested on the plant’s 2.3-mile test track, and tested in every conceivable way.
The 1.5-hour tour encompasses all of this and more and highlights the science and art behind the production of 300,000-plus cars each year. Tour guides are friendly, funny and knowledgeable, making the tour a great addition to any Montgomery visit. Scheduled tours are held during the day on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and in the evening on Thursdays.
Reservations are required, so visit www.hmmausa.com or call 334-387-8012 for more details and to reserve your spot.
All photos courtesy of HMMA.
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Southern Hospitality STAY
Full-Service Hotels Meeting Your Needs
Montgomery Convention Center
Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center201 Tallapoosa St, Montgomery, AL 36104 • 334-481-5000www.renaissancemontgomery.com
The Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa and the adjacent Convention Center have brought much more to downtown Montgomery than an impressive new shadow on the skyline. Contemporary styling married with classic Southern hospitality combine with the hotel’s long list of amenities. With 342 rooms, ample and flexible meeting spaces, a European spa, a restaurant, fitness center and more all in one place, this AAA Four Diamond property is quickly becoming the premier destination
for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel offers a 14,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom on the main level and provides meeting space with 18 breakout rooms that total 14,00 square feet.
Embassy Suites Hotel and Montgomery Conference Center300 Tallapoosa StMontgomery, AL 36104334-269-5055www.embassysuitesmontgomery.com
Located in downtown Montgom-ery, Embassy Suites Hotel and Montgomery Conference Center combines an upscale, full-service, all-suite hotel with stellar service and a diverse array of amenities. It is right next to the Montgom-ery Area Visitor Center and the
Montgomery Convention Center and is only nine miles from the Montgomery Regional Airport. Embassy Suites offers 15,000 square feet of meeting space including a ballroom and breakout sections.
Convention CenterConnected to the Renaissance Hotel and the common concourse, the Convention Center has over 73,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space that can be divided into three sections along with 40,000 square feet of pre-function space.
Montgomery Performing Arts CentreAdjacent to the hotel and Convention Center, this theatre offers seating for 1,800 and Level I lighting and sound, as well as a full orchestra pit and 400 square feet of pre-function space.
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Who knew?Montgomery is one of the safest cities in the state, and it’s getting safer all the time.
n In 2009 and 2010, the Montgomery Police Department registered the lowest crime rates in the last 20 years. In 2011, crime continued to drop with violent crime down 13 percent, and overall crime down 3 percent.
n Thanks to the Montgomery Fire & Rescue Department’s exceptional fire services, the capi-tal city boasts an Insurance Services rating of “2.” Of Alabama’s four largest cities, Montgom-ery is the only city to earn a rating this high.
questions about Montgomery’s Public Safety Services? Dial the city’s call center at 311 or 334-240-INFO. In case of emergen-cy, always dial 911.
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The River RegionIn the middle of Alabama, this diverse area is a dynamic centerpiece of the state.
As its name implies, the Montgomery River Region is an
area full of rivers. Some are lazy, others fast flowing, but this confluence of water in Central Alabama has formed a section of the state that is known for many things. Encompassing everything from the natural beauty and rustic feel of rural landscapes and agricultural industries to high-tech manufacturing facilities, the seat of state government and a major Air
Force base, the River Region is composed of several dis-tinct communities, all boast-ing rich histories and exciting futures on the horizon.
The River Region’s commu-nities include: Montgomery, Prattville, Millbrook, the Town of Pike Road, We-tumpka and Tallassee. The region is growing quickly and is currently home to over 366,000 people. Discover the abundant opportunities that make them great places to live, work or visit.
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Just as the Coosa River winds its way through Elmore County, blessing the area with its beauty and options for fishing, boat-ing and swimming, so too is a rich heritage woven into the pic-turesque landscape. The history of Native Americans, French and British settlers, Civil War soldiers, enterprising visionar-ies, hard-working farmers and more merge together to form a multi-layered mix of stories and scenes, legends and legacies. Today, the independent spirit that drove this region forward is still present and combines with sincere hospitality to make Elmore County, the fourth fastest growing county in the state, a pleasant, prosperous place to live or visit.
WHaT a BlaST!
On any given night in Alabama, you might get lucky and glimpse a meteor as it streaks across the Southern sky. But 83 million years ago, a giant meteor did much more than leave
a glowing trail in the dark. It struck the earth in Wetumpka, blasting through bedrock to leave an Impact Crater that is still clearly visible today. It is the only confirmed meteorite crater in the state and is considered one
of the best preserved in the world. While Wetumpka seems young in comparison to the crater, it celebrated its 175th birth-day in 2010, and as the county seat, the city serves as a focal point for all of the historical and outdoor attractions that define Elmore County, which also includes Millbrook, Tallassee and Eclectic.
HISToRY & HERITaGE aBouND
The recurring arches of the Bibb Graves Bridge greet visitors
A River Runs Through ItH
Thanks to abundant natural beauty and a long, colorful history, residents are proud to call Wetumpka
and Elmore County home and thrilled to share their slice of Central Alabama with visitors.
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to Wetumpka. This unique, prominent landmark was complet-ed in 1931 and is one of only two such structures in Alabama.
In the city’s heart, its charming downtown, guests can stroll to quaint shops, restaurants and historic homes and churches fol-lowing a self-guided walking tour. Downtown recently received a “freshening up” that preserved its architec-tural character while bringing its capabilities into the modern age. One can’t-miss stop on the walking tour is the Elmore County Museum. It provides a peek into the past with informative exhibits and local artifacts from the Civil War and other historical events.
Just south of Wetumpka, over 6,000 years of the area’s history are uncovered among the 165 acres of Fort Tou-louse/Jackson Park State Historical Site, located where the Coosa and Tallapoosa Rivers meet. Here, visitors can explore both French and American Forts, a Mississip-pian Mound site, wildflower fields and forests on the William Bartram Nature Trail, the museum and Graves House filled with archeological artifacts, and even get a tangible taste of yesterday’s traditions at the living history weekends held once a month.
IT’S oNlY NaTuRal
Pride in its past may be prevalent in Elmore County, but it never overshadows the progress of the present, including the
Wetumpka’s idyllic charm has captured Hollywood’s eye three times. Its picturesque downtown area served as part of the setting for the movies “The Grass Harp” (1995), “The Rosa Parks Story” (2002) and
“Big Fish” (2003).
Just east of downtown lies an almost five-mile-wide meteorite crater which is the result of an 83 million-year-old meteorite impact. It is the only confirmed meteor crater in Alabama and is one of the best preserved in the world. The meteorite is estimated to have been 1,000 feet in diameter.
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location’s close ties to Mother Nature. Wetumpka is appropri-ately known as the “city of natural beauty,” but in truth, the phrase could easily apply to all of Elmore County. The region is known for its scenic spots, many centered around the Coosa River. The Coosa’s importance to the area was first noted by the Native Americans who gave Wetumpka its name, which means “rumbling waters.” The river is the perfect place for fishing, swimming, canoeing and kayaking and is joined by the Tallapoosa River just below Wetumpka to form the Alabama River. Close proximity to two of central Alabama’s sparkling lakes, Lake Jordan and mammoth Lake Martin, is also a plus. Mountain biking or hiking through the 12 miles of forest hills and dales on the nationally known Swayback Bridge Trail are other popular pastimes that draw many outdoor enthusiasts to Elmore County. “Our lakes, rivers and beautiful land provide great recreational opportunities for our residents and visitors,” said Jan Wood, Executive Director of the Wetumpka Area Chamber of Commerce.
BlooMING BEauTY
Tucked at the bottom of the Appalachian foothills, Elmore County boasts a mild climate that fosters a diverse array of plant life, and nowhere is this on finer display than at Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. With 20 acres of bountiful blossoms and classical Old World ambiance, the gardens put on a fabulous floral show all year, along with an impressive collection of statuary representing the art and ideals of ancient Greece.
PlaYING aRouND
Thanks to The Wetumpka Depot Players, community theatre is a thriving part of the social and arts scene in the county seat. Adding culture to the area’s appeal, the Depot Players produce a variety of original plays, beloved Broadway shows, hilarious comedies and poignant dramas each year. Audiences enjoy them all in an intimate, 160-seat theatre in Wetumpka that was once an old grocery store, which the Depot Players bought and converted in 1999.
EVENT-Full
Elmore County moves at a more relaxed pace, but there is no shortage of things going on. Favorite annual events include The Coosa River Challenge, which incorporates river pad-dling, biking and trail running into a true test of will and strength, The Coosa River Whitewater Festival, Riverfest Festival and Christmas on the Coosa as well as Frontier Days and the French and Indian Encampment, both held at Fort Toulouse/Jackson Park.
BEauTIFul PlaCES & FRIENDlY FaCES
Despite the multitude of attractions and opportunities for out-door fun, it is perhaps Elmore County’s people that are her big-gest asset. Their easy smiles and warm handshakes welcome
visitors and newcomers from all over the world to experience the laid-back good life that they enjoy. “Elmore County still retains its small-town values. It is family friendly, relaxed and close-knit,” Wood said. “And there is a real sense of communi-ty and a genuine neighborly atmosphere. Yet we are still close to all of the conveniences and amenities of larger cities nearby, like Montgomery and Birmingham. We keep growing as more and more people discover this.”
Elmore County Museum
Attack on Swayback Mountain Bike Race
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CoNNECTED & CoMMuNITY-FoCuSED
Starting where Montgom-ery’s eastern side ends, the Town of Pike Road is a perfect snapshot of small-town life, offering pastoral scenery and a more leisurely pace that feels a whole world away, yet is only minutes from all that the capital city offers.
The Town of Pike Road is somewhat new; it was incorpo-rated as a municipality in 1997. But a thriving community has flourished in the area for over 175 years. The old and the new are inextricably intertwined in the Town of Pike Road. Today, the area is growing again, drawing new families, those
looking for both the peaceful appeal of days gone by and the excitement of a reinvigorated town with fresh ideas.
The Town’s sprawling meadows and woodland glens are dotted with over 35 unique neighborhoods, each with its own personality and including some of the region’s oldest settlements. The population of approximately 5,400 residents is diverse, with citizens across the demographic spectrum calling the Town of Pike Road home.
a PRouD HERITaGE
In 1815, the arrival of three families — the Marks, Mathews and the Meriwethers —marked the beginning of the Pike Road community. They took to the area’s fertile land and began farming and were joined by other families who did the same. Soon, a small but booming town sprouted up at the in-tersection of the highly traveled Pike and Meriwether Roads.
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a PRoSPERouS PRESENT
Its ability to attract such a variety of people is proof of its appeal, and perhaps the town’s biggest asset is its commit-ment to preserving the past while planning wisely for the future. Small family farms and equestrian facilities maintain the town’s ties to its agricultural roots, as new businesses and new neighborhoods come to the area, creating a harmonious mix of yesterday and today. “Our motto is ‘welcome home,’” said the Town of Pike Road Mayor Gordon Stone. “These words exemplify the spirit of this town and the feeling we try to convey to everyone who comes here to visit or stay.”
a PRoMISING FuTuRE
Since its incorporation, the Town of Pike Road has come full circle and is at a new crossroads — near the intersec-tion of Pike Road and Vaughn Road, which is the location of the new Town Hall facility. To ensure continued prosperity, the Town of Pike Road allows citizen input to determine its direction and drive it there. One major priority is now being realized. In December 2010, the town established a public school system, with the first school set to open in 2015. The town recently completed the first phase of its Natural Trail System that highlights the beauty of its rural landscape and connects neighbors, family and friends. Phase I is a four-mile stretch of multi-use trails for walking, running and biking. When complete, the system will have over 30 miles of trails and form a loop around the town.
The original Pike Road community, and then the Town of Pike Road, took its name from one of two major thoroughfares in the area, Pike Road. The road got its name from the toll or “pike” that travelers had to pay to use it.
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Just 13 miles north of Montgomery, Prattville is a city with multiple personalities that work together to create a place that’s earned itself the name “The Preferred Community.”
The city was modeled after a New England village, yet has all the hospitality and warmth indicative of its deep-South locale. Although ranked as one of the fastest growing areas in Ala-bama, Prattville maintains a quaint charm, and its close-knit, small-town atmosphere belies the many metropolitan opportu-nities and modern amenities offered.
It’s a harmonious marriage of seeming opposites that’s made its residents swell with hometown pride and eager to welcome everyone to their special spot in Central Alabama’s River Re-gion. “Our neighborly feel and sense of place make Prattville such a great city to live in or just to visit,” said Jeremy Arthur, president of the Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce.
a HISToRY oF INDuSTRY
In 1818, Autauga County was established, a full year before Alabama even became a state. The area got its big boost when in 1835, the city’s namesake, New Hampshire native and industrialist Daniel Pratt, bought nearly 2,000 acres at the fall line of Autauga Creek, the area that is now downtown Prat-tville. Pratt established a town and began manufacturing his cotton gins, and his company quickly became the foremost producer of cotton gins in the world. In addition to the gin fac-tory, Pratt established a sawmill, a gristmill, a cotton factory and an operation that produced sashes, doors and blinds. Pratt is widely considered “Alabama’s First Industrialist,” and as his enterprises prospered, so did Prattville. In 1866, after the Civil War, Prattville became the county seat, and Pratt was unani-mously elected the town’s first intendant (mayor). From these humble beginnings, the Prattville community has seen increas-ing growth and is home to almost 35,000 people today.
PrattvilleForward Progress
HProud of its past and enjoying its present, Prattville is looking ahead to even better times to come.
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SIGHTS To SEE
Prattville’s original nickname is “The Fountain City,” thanks to its many artesian wells. Some have been capped, but there are plenty still offering up gallons of sweet, clear, mineral-rich water, and a few allow citizens and visitors to fill containers and take the water home. Find public artesian wells throughout the historic downtown area including a large well covered by a tin-roofed wellhouse located on Doster Road just past Stanley-Jensen Stadium.
It is history that’s flowing free at the Prattaugan Museum/Heri-tage Center. This circa 1840 Greek Re-vival home contains numerous interesting artifacts from the Pratt Family, as well as other items depicting the history of fami-lies who settled Autauga County. There’s also a public artesian well at this site.
Efforts to preserve heritage in the form of old homes and other structures resulted in the creation of Old Prattvillage. Property owners remodeled existing houses and worked with the Autauga County Heri-tage Association in relocating the historic Mims Hotel and Slaton House to the area.
Another preserved architectural treasure is Buena Vista, a circa1830 structure on the National Register of Historic Places. Legend has it that Andrew Jackson pat-terned the staircase at his home The Hermitage after visiting Buena Vista.
To fully explore the Prattville area’s natural beauty, Wilderness Park is a must-see. Giant oriental bamboo plants soar 60 feet to form a canopy in the sky. The bamboo competes with native trees and shrubs to form this most unusual area, which also contains Alabama’s second largest beech tree.
On the banks of the beautiful Alabama River, Cooter’s Pond Park features two boat ramps, docks, a riverwalk and pavilions. The name was taken from the Native American word “kutawh” meaning turtle. A popular, and usually quite productive, fish-ing hole by the same name abuts the park, which also features a “pick and eat” nut grove with pecans and other nuts available for sampling. The Park has been home to the BassMaster Elite 50 and many other local, state and regional angling events.
Another place that begs a visit is Prattville’s huge Bass Pro Shop, an outdoor enthusiast’s dream-come-true, with cascad-ing waterfalls, fish aquariums, a restaurant, fudge shop and retail space galore.
DoWNToWN DElIGHTS
The Daniel Pratt Historic District in downtown has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1984. Pratt’s careful planning resulted in a pleasing and efficient layout of manufacturing, retail businesses, churches, schools and resi-dences. The rest of downtown retains much of this same feel
and has been reinvigorated in recent years, now boasting locally owned shops and boutiques, restaurants and more.
The Creekwalk is nestled along the banks of Autauga Creek and winds through a portion of the historic downtown area. Heritage Park offers a great view of Pratt’s dream showcased in the Autauga Creek Dam and the Pratt Manufacturing Com-plex, which is still in operation today as Continental Eagle.
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World-class golf is played on the rolling fairways and picture-perfect greens at Prat-tville’s Capitol Hill, the crown jewel of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. An adjacent state-of-the-art conference center and ho-
tel, Prattville Marriott at Capitol Hill, offers excellent ameni-ties for business groups and individuals. The LPGA Navistar Classic golf tournament has been played at Capitol Hill since 2007. Last year, over 50,000 people attended the event.
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Arthur outlined the reason behind his city’s enthusiasm about the future. “We are excited by our community’s unlimited potential and continued opportunities for growth,” he said. In-deed, Prattville is definitely “on the grow.” Yet, it is the linkage of its roots, its present success and a confident vision of the future that make Prattville the unique city it is. “There is no shortage of pride when we talk about Prattville,” Arthur said. “Combine our rich history, our quality of life and our focus on the future, and it all adds up to success. We are a community that is moving forward, and the best is yet to come.”
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Numbers don’t lie. And the numbers surrounding Millbrook, Montgomery’s neighbor to the north, are rising higher by the day. The city consistently ranks among the fastest growing cities in Ala-bama, with its estimated 2011 popula-tion of 14,639 in the incorporated area representing a 41-percent increase since 2000. An additional estimated 21,175 people reside in the surrounding unin-corporated areas and in the neighboring municipalities of Coosada, Deatsville and Elmore.
This influx of new residents has spurred unprecedented residential building in recent decades, which in turn attracted new commercial and retail development. City leaders are thrilled with Millbrook’s growth and diligently work to make sure that services meet and exceed needs. “I feel it is my responsibility as Mayor to ensure public services keep pace with the demands created by rapid growth,” said Mayor Al
kelley. Recent actions taken to achieve this include the construction in 2012 of a new facility to serve the police and court departments, a major utility infrastructure upgrade made possible by a grant, continued investment in city parks, development of a multi-lane corridor connecting the city’s northern and southern arteries, new vehicles and equipment for police and fire depart-ments, and expansion of street and maintenance services. “Experienced and knowledgeable city employees con-sistently show that they are equal to the tasks placed before them and deliver city services efficiently and profession-ally,” Mayor kelley added.
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Yet numbers and building projects alone don’t tell Mill-brook’s real story or reveal its true essence. For most residents, the intangibles are more important and are best described by one word: “community.” According to Mayor
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kelley, “Community is what ranks close to the top among those things that must be maintained. Community in Mill-brook is the kindred spirit, the thread that binds all of us together. It is the annual barbeques, parades and fireworks shows. For those who live it, breathe it and expect it, it is dear and important. This sense of community and the high quality of life it provides is also one of my responsibilities, and I take it very seriously.”
To ensure that community is not lost to growth and to main-tain the simplicity of a quiet, relaxing, safe and healthy life-style, the city readily invests in parks and recreation and civic facilities and venues. The city’s continuing support of local public schools and youth, which takes many forms including both in-kind services and financial contributions to building improvements and academic programs, further enhances the spirit of community.
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The great outdoors plays a prominent role in Millbrook’s quality of life, with nature’s beauty celebrated at six well-equipped and maintained public parks that provide recre-ational options for all ages. Ongoing improvements keep the Village Green, Millbrook’s oldest park, a popular community gathering place, and it is the venue for annual events includ-ing the Millbrook Farmers Market, the Spirit of Christmas Parade and the Mardi Gras Parade & Festival. The Pines mu-nicipal golf course welcomes experienced and novice golfers.
Multiple other outdoor activities are enjoyed at facilities at nearby lakes and waterways. The Alabama River is easily accessed from Highway 143, and scenic Lakes Martin and
Jordan are a short drive via Alabama Highways 14 and 143. Creeks meander throughout the city and public parks, and natural ponds dot the landscape in neighborhoods and on small farms.
The most significant asset in the Millbrook area is the Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF). Its headquarters are located on the grounds of the historic Lanark estate only one mile from city hall, and there, AWF is building a top-notch conservation education facility called The Alabama Nature Center. Already in place are miles of diverse nature trails, a pavilion and exceptional programs and events for schools and the public including nature photography classes, garden-ing workshops, kids’ fishing rodeos and more.
Millbrook is dedicated to continuing the growth of the local economy and expanding outdoor activities. In recent years, the City of Millbrook and local sponsors, including the Ala-bama Wildlife Federation, the Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce and the Elmore County Commission, hosted both the state and the national championship Crappie Masters fishing tournaments.
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In addition to all of these attributes, Millbrook has easy access to Interstates 65 and 85, job opportunities and the additional services of nearby Montgomery. This combina-tion means Millbrook residents readily enjoy the best of all worlds. With so much to offer and much more to come, the essence of community in this city is only improving with growth.
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