Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Summer Vacation in Sweet Home Alabama

Summer Vacation in Sweet Home Alabama

Now is the time to discuss places to go on your summer vacations. I think that some of the best destinations in the world are right here in our great country, America. So starting with Alabama and ending with Wyoming, I will choose one or two cities in each state to highlight and it may not always be the most popular city. If this is the year decided to skip a vacation perhaps when I get to your state I can provide you with information for a wonderful staycation.

Mobile Bay Secretly Awesome that situated along the vibrant shoreline of Mobile Bay on the Gulf Coast, our climate is as inviting as our people. We have the country's oldest Mardi Gras celebration, beautiful waterways, fresh seafood and so much more. Founded in 1702, Mobile offers a unique Southern experience you won't find anywhere else. Maybe that's why it's taken so long for the word to get out.



Mobile
Founded in 1702 as the original capital of the Louisiana Territory and nestled along the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, few American cities boast a history as rich as Mobile's. The birthplace of Mardi Gras in the United States, the area’s sheer beauty, modern architecture, amazing museums and famous seafood continues to impress visitors and locals alike.

What To See & Do


Outdoor Recreation Site
Inshore charter fishing with Captain Bobby Abruscato,  Joey Abruscato and Chip Deupree.
Historic Site
Raphael Semmes became Captain of the CSS, capturing 65 union vessels worth more than $6 million, until it was sunk on June 2, 1864.
Museum
Portraits and biographies. Carvings, artifacts, books, documents. History of Colored Carnival, military memorabilia, Hank Aaron Fan Club, African-American participation in Mobile Mardi Gras. Audio/video histories.
Historic Site
Mobile's African-American Heritage Trail reveals stories of courage and contributions made by unsung heroes from city's ethnically diverse past.
Golf Course
Beautiful, forgiving course overlooking lakes at Municipal Park. Owned and operated by City of Mobile.



Historic Site
Park honors military veterans. Planted with 67 live oak trees (one for each county) in the shape of Alabama, with sidewalks running like rivers through the park.
Historic Site
Church organized 1842, now one of oldest African-American institutions in Mobile. Originally named Little Zion, but after extensive remodeling in 1896, renamed Big Zion.
Historic Site
Built 1855. Canopied by century-old oaks, furnished with fine antiques and crystal chandeliers. Rare glimpse of life in Old South. Available for rental.
Historic Site
1828 First Church building on present site. 1829 Diocese of Mobile formally established with Michael Portier as First Bishop of Mobile..
Collectible
One of the largest selections of art on the Gulf Coast featuring 70 regional artists, all media and price ranges. Buses welcome.
Historic Site
1850. Oldest religious congregation in the Alabama. Architectural masterpiece encompassing basilica design, German stained-glass windows, and magnificent baldacchino-covered altar. Burial site of Mobile's bishops.
Historic Site
Site of Alabama's oldest Protestant church. Tiffany stained-glass windows.
Museum
Museum furnished with period antiques to reflect Mobile's history under five flags: French, English, Spanish, American and Confederacy. Also includes Spanish Courtyard and kitchen.
Historic Site
Located in the heart of downtown's entertainment district, the renovated art house theater is home to the city's "fine purveyors of independent film."
Outdoor Recreation Site
In-shore saltwater charter fishing along the Alabama Gulf Coast. Target game fish such as redfish and sea trout with light tackle.
Historic Site
Historic home with sculptures, furniture, and paintings dating back to 1866. Bas-relief busts of Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson embellish archway. Available for weddings and other events.
Outdoor Recreation Site
One-third replica of the original Colonial brick French fort. Limited access during repairs.
Science Center
One of Mobile;s #1 family attractions. Play with hundreds of hands-on science exhibits and interactive virtual reality games. Larger-than-life IMAX films, new exhibits and traveling exhibitions.
Museum
Opening in 2013, GulfQuest will provide hands-on exhibits designed to inspire visitors to understand and appreciate the maritime heritage of the Gulf of Mexico.
Museum
Museum honors life and career of Mobile's own Hank Aaron. It features artifacts and memorabilia from his historic baseball career and showcases the Aarons' family life in Mobile.
Historic Site
One of the largest and oldest Victorian cemeteries in southeastern United States. A masterpiece of Victorian history and funerary art.
Museum
Built 1857. Once known as Southern Market/Old City Hall, a National Historic Landmark where visitors discover history of Mobile.
Home And Garden
All types of giftware, fresh flowers, huge selection of seasonal plants, including variety of native Mobile species, acres of trees, including great selection of Christmas trees.
Museum
A variety of exhibits displayed throughout the year featuring paintings, photography, quilts, basketry and book arts. Gallery located on third floor of the USA Library.
Sports Arena
Class AA affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks Major League Baseball organization. Located at Hank Aaron Stadium.
Botanical Garden
100-acre site with azaleas, camellias, herbs, native plants, nature trails and longleaf pine forest. Education programs, plant sales. Docent tours by appt.
Museum
Experience carnival in Mobile, the birthplace of Mardi Gras. View robes, crowns, and sceptors. Enjoy interactive displays; board a float. Kids area and gift shop.
Museum
Extensive collection of instruments, equipment, photographs, teaching materials and authentic letters which portray medical practice from the early 1700s and medical education since the 1800s.
Museum
Houses official non-current records of City of Mobile from 1814 to present day, as well as historical artwork, paintings and statues.
Museum
Art museum in Langan Park. Permanent fine arts and crafts collection covering 2000 years of cultural history. Blockbuster and traveling exhibitions, theater, interactive gallery.
Historic Site
Alabama's oldest Performing Arts Organization, founded in 1946. Located in the designated Downtown Arts District, the Josephine Larkins Music Center.
Home And Garden
Located in West Mobile, Morrison's has supplied gardeners for many years with plants needed to complete a small flower bed or a complete landscaping project. Begun in the early 1950's the center offers azaleas, camellias, lilies, trees, bedding plants and more.
Museum
Three museums: Oakleigh, a beautiful Greek Revival home, is Mobile's official antebellum museum; Cox-Deasy, cir. 1850 Gulf Coast cottage; Cook's House, cir. 1850.
Museum
Restored 1859 fire house, once home to Phoenix Fire Company. Collection of steamers and fire engines from 19th century inspire imagination in everyone.
Historic Site
1860 antebellum townhouse. Highlights include Cornelius chandeliers, Carrara marble mantles, cantilevered staircase, period furniture, walled-in garden. Gift shop. Complimentary tea and cookies served.
Golf Course
Three courses: one 18-hole par 3 (voted Top 10 in country by Golf Digest), 2 championship courses - home to the Bell Micro LPGA Classic.
Historic Site
1,921-seat theater built in 1927. Former vaudeville and movie palace, now grand theater. Hosts national and international performers, Broadway musicals, orchestras, concerts, more.
Golf Course
Recent renovations have upgraded every aspect of this course.
Outdoor Recreation Site
Half-day, full-day trips or up to five-day trips on the beautiful Escatawpa River. Guided trips by canoe and kayak into Mobile-Tensaw River delta.
Historic Site
1834 home of first Catholic Bishop of Mobile; and Father Abram Ryan, Poet Priest. Tours and gift shop.
Historic Site
In business 80 years. Visit candy and gift company, pecan factory/bakery or retail shop in Mobile.
Historic Site
Mighty battleship, Mach 3 A-12 Blackbird, B-52 stratofortress Calamity Jane, submarine USS DRUM, an original plane that was used by the Tuskegee Airmen, plus 22 other aircraft, weaponry from all military branches. 2 National Historic Landmarks.
Historic Site
Mobile's oldest restaurant at its original location, founded 1938 as a 6-stool oyster bar. Thousands of humorous signs and historical memorabilia. Tours upon request.

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