Sweet Home Alabama

Montevallo

The City of Montevallo is the kind of place most Americans would like to have as their hometown. With a population of about 5,000, Montevallo offers the best “small-town” life quality but within only a 45-minute drive of Birmingham, Alabama's largest metropolitan area. With the state's only public liberal arts university, the University of Montevallo, located in the heart of the city, cultural and athletic events are abundant.

Attractions

  • Aldrich Coal Mine Museum, Inc. 1908 Farrington Hall

    Farrington Hall, built in 1908 by former Congressman William F. Aldrich. See pictures, relics and five murals by Giuseppe Moretti, creator of Vulcan in Birmingham.

  • Aldrich Coal Mine Museum, Inc. 1928 Store

    1928 Company Store depicts early history of coal mining in Shelby County. Contains numerous collections of pictures, artifacts and simulated coal mine.

  • American Village, The

    Colonial village, featuring Washington Hall (inspired by Mount Vernon), Colonial Courthouse, President's Oval Office, exhibits, interpreters, and President's House (inspired by nation's First White House).

  • Main St. Tavern

    With an antique wooden bar and historical photos of Montevallo on the wall, this local restaurant successfully transforms itself into a late night venue with live bands once a week on Friday or Saturday nights.

  • Montevallo Golf Club

    Open to public. Pro shop, driving range, snack bar. Memberships and lessons available.

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Events

  • Independence Day - July 4th Celebration

    Jul 4, 2012

    Jul 4, Montevallo Independence Day Celebration 205-665-3535. www.americanvillage.org. American Village--Patriotic daylong celebration honoring veterans and celebrating American independence in the style of 1776 with music, dancing, dramatic historical interpretation, food, and fun activities for children. The evening will conclude with a spectacular fireworks show.

  • Cars by the Creek

    Aug 18, 2012

    Aug 18, Montevallo Cars by the Creek 205-665-1519. www.montevallocc.org. Orr Park--Bring the family and enjoy food, music, and more. Prizes awarded for top 20 cars and top 10 trucks. Registration 8-11 a.m., presentations at 2 p.m.

  • Fire Prevention Parade, Rotary Duck Race, Fall Frolic

    Oct 6, 2012

    Oct 6, Montevallo Fire Prevention Parade, Rotary Duck Race, Fall Frolic 205-665-1519. Free. Downtown and Orr Park--Downtown parade at 10 a.m., followed by duck race in Orr Park with cash prizes. Fall Frolic, sponsored by Montevallo Elementary School, features food, including lots of baked goods, games, and more. 10 a.m. until.

  • Critters by the Creek

    Oct 28, 2012

    Oct 28, Montevallo Critters by the Creek 205-665-1519. www.montevallocc.org. Free. Orr Park--Vendors, pet-related arts and crafts, and fun activities for pet owners. 9 am- 2 pm

  • Hometown Halloween and Downtown Trick-or-Treat

    Oct 31, 2012

    Oct 31, Montevallo Hometown Halloween and Downtown Trick-or-Treat 205-665-1519. www.montevallocc.org. Free. Main Street- Montevallo--Trick or Treat on Main St. and enjoy live music, seasonal snacks, and hometown hospitality. 3 pm

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Accommodations

  • McKibbon House

    611 E. Boundary St. , Montevallo, AL 35115

    Far enough from the city to be relaxing; close enough to be convenient. Experience the elegance and romance of the Victorian-era along with Southern hospitality.

  • Ramsay Conference Center and Lodge

    Univ. of Montevallo Station 6280, Montevallo, AL 35115

Restaurants

  • Eclipse Coffee & Books

    Disguised as a tin-roof home, Eclipse Coffee & Books on Main Street welcomes a steady stream of local guests throughout the week.