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
What To See & Do
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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