Attractions in Gadsden, Alabama

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Historic Paseur Park Overlook
Harts Avenue, Gadsden, AL 35904
Only Three Blocks off State Highway 211
An overlook that offers a magnificent view of Gadsden, the Coosa River, and the mountain ranges. The area served as a lookout during the Civil War. more info map
Patriotic Putting Park 256-547-7196
1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL 35904
Play 18 holes of American history. more info map

Gilliland-Reese Covered Bridge 256-549-4663
1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL 35902
Historical bridge constructed in 1899 from rough-hewn lumber and covered with weathered shingles. The bridge was moved to Noccalula Falls Park in 1968. more info map
Horse Pens 40 256-570-0002
Chandler Mountain Road, Steele
This unique piece of land still has rings of rocks that were once used as pens by early settlers, for cattle and horses. The area continues to host various events such... more info map
Spirit Of American Citizenship Monument 256-549-0351
U.S. 411 & Bay Street
Spiral, pyramid-shaped lighted monument to honor citizens and history of the area. more info map
War Memorial Monument 256-549-4663
1500 Noccalula Road, Gadsden, AL 35904
Noccalula Falls Park
This monument was built to honor the memory of Etowah Countians who lost their lives during World War I & II, the Korean, Vietnam, & Lebanon Wars. more info map

Attalla Public Library 256-538-9266
604 4th Street Northwest, Attalla, AL 35954
The Attalla Public Library is normally open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and until 3:00 p.m. Saturdays. more info
Nichols Memorial Library
One Cabot Avenue, Gadsden, AL 35904
Corner of Cabot & Dwight Avenues
This library is open for genealogical research every Thursday, and the first and third Saturday of each month. It is the home of the Northeast Alabama Genealogical... more info map

Center for Cultural Arts 256-543-2787
501 Broad Street, Gadsden, AL 35901
Home to visual art displays, performing arts, art studios, and a museum for children called Imagination Place. The center also features the world's largest site and date... more info map
Central-Carver Museum, The 256-549-4742
1030 Tuscaloosa Avenue, Gadsden, AL 35901
"Showcases the spirit of excellence and determination of Central-Carver High School administrators, instructors and students through archival information and an array of... more info
Gadsden Museum of Art 256-546-7365
515 Broad Street, Gadsden, AL 35901
The GMA features works of Southern art and artists and houses an extensive permanent collection of paintings, sculptures, and prints. In addition, the museum hosts a... more info map

James D. Martin Wildlife Park
Part of the Alabama Birding Trail, this bird sanctuary is located off Highway 411, behind the Gadsden Mall. It includes elevated board walks with scenic vantage points,... more info
Noccalula Falls Park 256-549-4663
1500 Noccalula Falls Park, Gadsden, AL 35901
Noccalula Falls cascade over 90 feet into a beautiful ravine. This breathtaking area is a park with trails, gardens, artifacts, picnic areas, and a 130 site campground. more info map
Tigers for Tomorrow 256-524-4150
708 County Road 345, Attalla, AL 35954
A non-profit exotic and native animal preserve and environmental education center, the 140-acre Tigers for Tomorrow at Untamed Mountain is home to over 160 animals,... more info

Back Forty Beer Co. 256-467-4912
200 North 6th Street, Gadsden, AL 35901
Tours are given on Saturdays at 4:00 p.m. more info
Wills Creek Vineyards & Winery 256-538-5452
10522 Duck Springs Road, Attalla, AL 35954
Winery & Tasting Room - Duck Springs
More than 20 varieties of wine can be sampled. Tours of the processing rooms are available. Open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Available for... more info