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Central-Carver Legacy Museum, The

Museum

Central High, the predecessor of Carver High School, served Gadsden's African-American community from 1934-36. Museum development under way.

Downtown Gadsden, Inc.

Historic Site

Unique shops, thriving business community. Tours, historical information. Family fun on First Friday, Nov.-Mar. 5 p.m.-8 p.m., Apr.-Oct. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Third Thursday Music, May-Oct. 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Emma Sansom Monument

Historic Site

Under gunfire, teenage heroine Emma Sansom guided Gen. Forrest's troops across Black Creek near Gadsden on May 2, 1863.

Etowah County War Memorial (Ola Lee Mize Military Park)

Historic Site

Built to honor the memory of Etowah Countians who lost their lives during various wars.

Gadsden Museum of Art and History

Museum

To Inform, To Educate, To Inspire: GMA features Southern artists, Plein Air Festival, quilts, local history, distance education, art classes_‹Óalways changing and always free!

Gilliland-Reese Covered Bridge

Historic Site

Constructed 1899. Made from rough-hewn lumber and covered with weathered shingles. Moved to Noccalula Falls Park in 1968.

Historic Mort Glosser Amphitheater

Historic Site

Outdoor theater offering drama, music and other special events.

Imagination Place Children's Museum

Museum

Creative, imaginative, hands-on children's museum with activities in the arts and sciences that promote exploration and discovery.

James D. Martin Wildlife Park

Outdoor Recreation Site

Walking trail behind Gadsden Mall.

Lookout Mountain Parkway

Outdoor Recreation Site

America's most colorful 100-mi. scenic drive. Beginning point for 450-mi. Outdoor Sale each Aug.

Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts

Museum

Regional, national exhibits in three halls. 72-foot model of Gadsden with working railroads. Restaurant, summer concerts and special year-round performances. Imagination Place Children's Museum.

Noccalula Falls Park

Outdoor Recreation Site

These falls cascade 90-feet over Lookout Mountain ledge into a lush ravine. Home to Gilliland-Reese Covered Bridge, the park features botanical garden, pioneer homestead, nature trails, picnic areas and a year-round campground.

Rainbow City Auction and Fly Shop

Outdoor Recreation Site

A full service fly-fishing guide service for Little River Canyon and North Alabama. Orvis dealer with professional rods, reels, waders, shoes for sale.

Silver Lakes Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail

Golf Course

Situated on beautiful, rolling terrain next to the Talladega National Forest. Courses have waterfall, pine trees and spectacular hilltop views. The short course demands a shot directly over water on 7 of 9 holes.

Spirit of American Citizenship Monument

Historic Site

Spiral, pyramid-shaped lighted monument honors area's citizens and history. Taped messages with area history, national anthem sung by Jeff Cook (of ALABAMA), more.

Twin Bridges Golf Course

Golf Course

Championship course winding along Coosa River. Golfers treated to wildlife sanctuaries and animated natural beauty. Finest quality golf experiences.