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Old Cahawba

June 7, 2010 Comments Off

Cahawba was once Alabama’s state capital (1820-1826) and a thriving antebellum river town. It became a ghost town shortly after the Civil War. Today it is an important archaeological site and a place of picturesque ruins As early as 4,000 years ago Indians occupied Cahawba, and the Spanish explorer DeSoto may have visited a large [...]

Archeological, Dallas County, Historical, Outdoor Recreation

cemetery, river, ruins, State Capital

Old St. Stephens

May 31, 2010 Comments Off

There are many recreational activities available for visitors, including fishing, RV camping, primitive camping, biking, birdwatching, sightseeing, picnicking, and hiking. A 100-acre quarry lake provides visitors with a fine place to swim, fish, boat, and relax. Take a hike through the woods to view the town ruins, or cool off on the sugar-white beach on an aquamarine lake. There is a boat ramp for fishing or those who want to enjoy the breathtaking scenery from the water. Bird watchers will want to make sure they bring their binoculars and cameras!

Archeological, Historical, Outdoor Recreation, Washington County

Alabama Capitals, Archeology, Birding, History, St. Stephens

The Alabama Front Porches website highlights all of the incredible activities that are available in the Alabama – Tombigbee region of rural southwest Alabama. Find out more of the attractions you’ll be telling your friends about.

This site covers an 11 county region including Choctaw, Clarke, Conecuh, Dallas, Marengo, Monroe, Perry, Sumter, Washington and Wilcox Counties. These counties are home to 100's of Alabama's famous small towns.

From dining on fried dill pickles and lodging in beautiful bed and breakfasts along a scenic river to historic sites and great outdoor activities, Alabama's Black Belt has much to offer. Come, join us on our front porch and sit a spell!

Historic Attractions in the Region

Washington County State Public Lake (or Emmet Wood Lake) near Millry, AL
The Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, manages 23 public lakes in 20 counties throughout Alabama. One of these is the 84-acre Washington County State Public Lake, or Emmet Wood Lake, located near Millry, AL. This is a well maintained public facility that offers the perfect opportunity for f […]
St. Stephens Episcopal Church at Eutaw, AL (1914)
In 1845, the Anglican minister Rev. John H. Linebaugh organized and taught an Anglican confirmation class in Eutaw. Nine were confirmed in June of 1845 and the small congregation was organized into a parish. The first vestry was elected and appointed the Rev. Linebaugh as the first rector of the parish. In 1848, the church […]
White-Force Cottage at Selma, AL (built 1859)
This Italianate-style cottage is located beside the historic Sturdivant Hall in Selma, AL. It was built in 1859 for Mr. and Mrs. Clement Billingslea White. Mrs. White was the former Martha Todd of Lexington, Kentucky, and a half-sister of Mary Todd Lincoln, wife of President Abraham Lincoln. Mr. White was not a military person so the […]

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