Sweet Home Alabama

Anniston

Situated in a tree-lined valley of the Appalachian foothills, Anniston is plentiful in outdoor recreational opportunities, including bicycling, fishing, camping and golfing. The historic Southern city is also home to the Anniston Museum of Natural History, the Berman Museum of World History, and the Church of St. Michael & All Angels. In nearby Oxford, Coldwater Covered Bridge is one of Alabama's oldest remaining covered bridges.

Attractions

  • Anniston Civil Rights and Heritage Trail: Freedom Riders Murals

    Murals in the alleyways of the old Greyhound and Trailways Bus stations depict scenes from when the Freedom Riders were attacked here on May 11, 1961. Freedom Riders Park under development. Greyhound Bus Station: Site of first attack. Near 1031 Gurnee Ave.Trailways Bus Station: Site of second attack. Near 1018 Noble St.

  • Anniston Downtown District

    19th- and 20th-century Victorian and Neoclassical business structures. Federal Building made of marble.

  • Anniston Galleries

    General line of antiques. 18th- and 19th-century furniture.

  • Anniston Municipal "The Hill"

    Located at crest of one of Anniston’s beautiful mountains. Pro shop, golf supplies, concessions, cart rentals.

  • Anniston Museum of Natural History

    Dinosaurs, fossils, mammals in open dioramas. 400-species bird collection, Egyptian mummies, walk-through cave replica, children’s discovery room, nature trails, art exhibits, picnicking.

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Events

  • Music at McClellan: Etowah Youth Orchestra

    Jun 2, 2012

    Jun 2, Anniston 256-782-8158. www.musicatmcclellan.org. Music at McClellan: Etowah Youth Orchestra Historic Monteiath Amphitheatre at McClellan--The first in a series of music concerts that take place at Historic McClellan through the month of June. Gates open at 5 p.m.

  • International Taster's Feast, 26th Annual

    Jun 24, 2012

    Jun 24, Anniston International Taster's Feast 256-237-6144. Admission charged. The Bridge--Come celebrate during the International Taster's Feast. Purchase a ticket to sample all the good food and enjoy music or become a signature sponsor. 4-7 p.m.

  • Rumble On Noble 8 - Motorcycle & Music Streetfest

    Aug 24-25, 2012

    Aug 25-25, Anniston Rumble On Noble 8 - Motorcycle & Music Streetfest 256-504-5550 or 256-832-8888. www.rumbleonnoble.com. Anniston and Oxford--Events start Fri., 7 p.m. in Oxford with free kick-off Party at Mt. Cheaha Harley-Davidson. Activities continue with Mt. Cheaha Scenic Ride on Sat., 8 p.m. in Oxford (entry fee). On Sat., beginning at 2 p.m.,the Rumble on Noble Motorcycle & Music Streetfest takes place and will feature a concert, riding demonstrations, bike show and more (admission charged to those over 12).

  • Museum Day

    Sep 15, 2012

    Sept 15, Anniston Museum Day 256-237-6766 x 102. www.annistonmuseum.org. Free. Anniston Museum of Natural History--Annual event celebrating the museum’s anniversary. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

  • Homes for the Holidays Annual Tour of Homes

    Dec 4, 2012

    Dec 4, Anniston Homes for the Holidays Annual Tour of Homes 256-237-6766 x 120. www.annistonmuseum.org. Admission charged. Anniston area neighborhoods--See area homes decked out in all their holiday finery, learn about the history of the home or about how the homeowners celebrate the season. This self-driving tour is a great way to spend a day with friends and family. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

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Accommodations

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Restaurants

  • Annistonian, The

    The Annistonian is not much on décor but certainly it rates at the top of the list for some of the best red meat and homestyled meals you could ever put in your mouth.

  • Cafe Korea

    Traditional Korean and Chinese Menu.

  • Classic on Noble

  • Goal Post Bar-B-Q

    Barbecue pork and smoked chicken

  • Smoke-N-Hot BBQ

    Hickory smoked BBQ pork, chicken, ribs and rib tips

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