Pope's Tavern and Museum
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Pope's Tavern and Museum

Once a stagecoach stop, tavern and inn used as a hospital by Confederate and Union forces during Civil War, the museum upstairs now houses an extensive collection of Civil War artifacts. The lower floor of the building is furnished with vintage antiques. The Museum focuses on telling the early history of Florence, Alabama, from roughly 1818 through 1870. The building was constructed in the 1830's.

203 Hermitage Drive Florence, AL 35630
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256 760-6439
Open Tu-Sat. 10-4
Wheelchair Accessible
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Open Tu-Sat. 10-4
2567606439

Getting There

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  • 203 Hermitage Drive
  • Florence, AL 35630
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Where to Stay

McFarland Park

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Upcoming Events

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.

W.C. Handy Music Festival

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