Attractions in Florence, Alabama

Historic Homes & Buildings

Birthplace of W.C. Handy, The 256-760-6434
620 West College Street, Florence, AL 35630
The birthplace of W.C. Handy, "Father of the Blues," this restored log cabin now houses a large collection of his personal papers, memorabilia, and artifacts. more info map
Frank Lloyd Wright's Rosenbaum House 256-718-5050
601 Riverview Drive, Florence, AL 35630
Designed and built between 1939 and 1940, this is the only structure in Alabama designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright. A National Historic Property, the Rosenbaum... more info map

Indian Mound and Museum 256-760-6427
1028 South Court Street, Florence, AL 35630
"Located near the banks of the Tennessee River, the Florence Indian Mound is the Tennessee Valley's largest domiciliary mound." A 42-foot high quadrilateral mound with... more info map

Children's Museum of the Shoals 256-284-7107
2810 Darby Drive, Florence, AL 35630
"Offers hands-on exhibits and programs geared specifically to the developmental stages and needs of children." more info map
Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts 256-760-6379
217 East Tuscaloosa Street, Florence, AL 35630
A gallery, an educational facility, a museum, and a center for the coordination and promotion for cultural activity in the area. more info map
Pope's Tavern Museum 256-760-6439
203 Hermitage Drive, Florence, AL 35630
At one time a stagecoach stop, tavern and inn, Pope's Tavern is one of the the oldest structures in Florence. It served as a hospital for both Confederate and Union... more info map

Deibert Park 256-760-6416
Located at the corner of Darby Drive and Cox Creek Parkway (AL 133), Deibert Park features interpretive trails, restrooms, ponds, a Wisconsin-style barn, The Children's... more info map
McGee Farm 256-766-2725
8211 County Road 7, Florence, AL 35633
Located 12 Miles North of Cox Creek Parkway
McGee Farm grows over 25 varieties of pumpkins and more than 70 varieties of chrysanthemums. more info map
Wildwood Park 256-760-6416
Located near downtown Florence and the UNA campus, Wildwood Park features a nature trail, pavilion, picnic tables, and mountain bike trails. more info map

Wilson Lock 256-764-5223
704 South Wilson Dam Road, Florence, AL 35630
The highest single lift lock east of the Rocky Mountains with a normal lift of between 93 and 100 feet, Wilson Lock is located at Tennessee River mile 259.4, 15 miles... more info map