Children's Museum of the Shoals
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Children's Museum of the Shoals

It's a hands-on discovery experience for entire family. Exhibits educate while entertaining; they include historical, musical, interactive, technological and indoor/outdoor attractions.

2810 Darby Drive Florence, AL 35630
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(256) 284-7107
Open Th-Sat. 10-4:30
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Open Th-Sat. 10-4:30
(256) 284-7107

Getting There

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  • 2810 Darby Drive
  • Florence, AL 35630
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Where to Stay

Comfort Suites

Book a room at the Comfort Suites hotel in Florence, AL

Hampton Inn Florence Midtown

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Residence Inn by Marriott

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Shoal Creek Gibbons Home

Wilson Lake Vacation Rental Home

Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa

Treat yourself to upscale elegance at Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa. Our resort boasts an unbeatable location in Muscle Shoals, an area of vibrant music history. Come explore where Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding and Bob Dylan recorded some of their hits...

Quality Inn

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Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Florence

Conveniently located in the heart of the Shoals area, we are within walking distance of fantastic shops, restaurants and the historical district. From the rushing waters of the Tennessee River to the tranquil beauty of historic Florence, our convenie...

McFarland Park

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Upcoming Events

Florence City Cemetery Historic Walking Tour

The Florence City Cemetery contains the graves of early settlers and is the final resting place of Alabama governors, a city mayor and other famous citizens.

UNA Campus Walking Tour

The Historic University of North Alabama campus tour will feature iconic buildings and landmarks on the campus, including the habitat of the university's lion mascot.

North Court & Seminary St. Walking Tour

Tour begins at Rogers Hall, 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL. Tour guide is Billy Warren.

Smoke on the Water BBQ Festival

The Smoke on the Water Festival is more than just a BBQ cook-off – it’s an event for the entire family! Sanctioned by the Kansas City BBQ Society and the Alabama BBQ Association, this cook-off will determine the very best barbeque from among the entr...

Forks of Cypress Historic Walking Tour

The walking tour will explore the site of the Forks of Cypress Historic Home, which was one of the oldest antebellum mansions in Alabama.

Shoals Storytelling Festival

Storytelling festival featuring nationally and internationally known tellers. This event has become a tradition filled with laughter and one-of-a-kind memories. We are excited to be hosting a variety of professional storytellers as well as musicians ...

Arts Alive Festival

Stroll through beautiful Wilson Park and enjoy this juried fine arts and crafts festival featuring artists from across the country. Great food and art activities for children make this fun event for the whole family.

42nd Annual Shoals Spirit of Freedom Celebration

Celebrate Independence Day in the Shoals! Live, nationally-known musicians, food vendors and more. The Independence Day Celebration culminates with one of the largest fireworks shows in the Southeast.
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Where to Eat

Big Bad Breakfast-Florence

Every morning we serve families, old friends catching up, business meetings, students on their way to school, and college football fans headed to the game. We love being a place for you to gather together and fuel up for the coming day. And don’t ...

Ricatoni's Italian Grill

Chicken and pasta, shrimp and pasta or lots of pizza that's Ricatoni's at its finest.

Singin' River Brewing Co.

We love to celebrate the variety of song that the Singing River brings with our brews for every taste. You will find a full range of beers including the smooth flavor of the Handy’s Gold and the rich, full taste of our Porter.

Rosie's Cantina

Rosie's Mexican Cantina serves traditional Tex-Mex cuisine in a festive atmosphere and boasts several locations in Huntsville. In addition to its reputation for serving breast meat chicken and homemade tortillas, Rosie's is known for its special hous...

Milla's Place

Milla's Place is a family owned and operated diner serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner in downtown Florence, AL.

Trowbridge's Ice Cream & Sandwich Shop

Talk about love at first sight! In 1917, Paul Trowbridge stopped in Florence on his way to a dairy convention in North Carolina. He liked the area so much that he returned to Texas, packed his possessions and moved his family to Florence.

Odette

Odette is a neighborhood eatery and shop in historic downtown Florence, Alabama serving elevated American fare with southern and international influences.

Dick Howell's Barbecue

Barbecue restaurant in Florence, Alabama
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