Attractions
A guide to attractions and tourist places and interests in Huntsville Alabama.
Galaxy of Lights
Galaxy of Lights is the Huntsville Botanical Garden's magnificent mile-long holiday light extravaganza featuring larger-than-life animated light displays.
Galaxy of Lights is the Huntsville Botanical Garden's magnificent mile-long holiday light extravaganza featuring larger-than-life animated light displays.
Haunted Graystone Manor
Graystone Manor is a new haunted house attraction in North Alabama. Graystone Manor is over 30,000 sqft of ultimate terror, with twists, turns and all manor of horrors the Doctor's evil mind could conjure.
Graystone Manor is a new haunted house attraction in North Alabama. Graystone Manor is over 30,000 sqft of ultimate terror, with twists, turns and all manor of horrors the Doctor's evil mind could conjure.
Tate Farms Cotton Pickin' Pumpkins
Tate Farms Cotton Pickin' Pumpkins is a 5000 acre cotton farm year round, but for 6 weeks each year, They open the farm for guests to enjoy taking a hay ride to the pumpkin field and picking their own pumpkins from the vine among other attractions.
Tate Farms Cotton Pickin' Pumpkins is a 5000 acre cotton farm year round, but for 6 weeks each year, They open the farm for guests to enjoy taking a hay ride to the pumpkin field and picking their own pumpkins from the vine among other attractions.
Cotton Pickin' Pumpkins
October is a busy month at Tate Farms in Meridianville, Alabama. In 1996, the farm started their pumpkin tour business and have become known for their educational farm programs for younger students and their public tours for the whole family. It's not unusual for Tate Farms to see over 1,500 visitors in one day.
October is a busy month at Tate Farms in Meridianville, Alabama. In 1996, the farm started their pumpkin tour business and have become known for their educational farm programs for younger students and their public tours for the whole family. It's not unusual for Tate Farms to see over 1,500 visitors in one day.
Burritt on the Mountain Photos
Burritt on the Mountain features the Burritt Mansion, restored 19th Century log structures in its living history site, a rural church, a multipurpose building with a classroom, large meeting room, Museum Store and administrative offices, eight miles of nature trails, five acres of picnic areas, and heirloom gardens which supply produce for cooking demonstrations.
Burritt on the Mountain features the Burritt Mansion, restored 19th Century log structures in its living history site, a rural church, a multipurpose building with a classroom, large meeting room, Museum Store and administrative offices, eight miles of nature trails, five acres of picnic areas, and heirloom gardens which supply produce for cooking demonstrations.
Photos of U.S. Space & Rocket Center & Space Camp
The U.S. Space & Rocket Center, formerly the Alabama Space & Rocket Center, opened in March of 1970. It was the brainchild of Dr. Wernher von Braun
The U.S. Space & Rocket Center, formerly the Alabama Space & Rocket Center, opened in March of 1970. It was the brainchild of Dr. Wernher von Braun
Harrison Brothers Hardware Store Museum - Huntsville Attractions
Harrison Brothers Hardware Store is the oldest hardware store in Alabama. It is now a museum and a fully-functioning store and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
Harrison Brothers Hardware Store is the oldest hardware store in Alabama. It is now a museum and a fully-functioning store and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
My Favorite Things About Huntsville
The About Huntsville site went live on December 8th, 1999. I've had a lot of exciting and unique experiences during that time. I've been invited to many events and visited many attractions and landmarks. Here's a list of some of my favorites--in no particular order.
The About Huntsville site went live on December 8th, 1999. I've had a lot of exciting and unique experiences during that time. I've been invited to many events and visited many attractions and landmarks. Here's a list of some of my favorites--in no particular order.
North Alabama Railroad Museum
The North Alabama Railroad Museum is located in the historic Chase community in Huntsville. In addition to museum tours, train rides are available on the Mercury & Chase Railroad between April and December.
The North Alabama Railroad Museum is located in the historic Chase community in Huntsville. In addition to museum tours, train rides are available on the Mercury & Chase Railroad between April and December.
Whistle Stop Festival & Rocket City Barbecue
Whistle Stop Festival & Rocket City Barbecue in Huntsville is held in May every year. The festival is for amateurs and professionals alike. Whether you enter the competition or just like to enjoy barbecue, you'll enjoy the smells and atmosphere at this event.
Whistle Stop Festival & Rocket City Barbecue in Huntsville is held in May every year. The festival is for amateurs and professionals alike. Whether you enter the competition or just like to enjoy barbecue, you'll enjoy the smells and atmosphere at this event.
William Joyce Makes Art Come to Life
The Huntsville Museum of Art brings color and movement to life with the splashy exhibit entitled: "Read and ReJoyce II: A Selection of Works from the Archives of William Joyce." The illustrator makes Rolie Polie Olie, Toy Story, A Bug's Life, and Robot sensational characters for children of all ages.
The Huntsville Museum of Art brings color and movement to life with the splashy exhibit entitled: "Read and ReJoyce II: A Selection of Works from the Archives of William Joyce." The illustrator makes Rolie Polie Olie, Toy Story, A Bug's Life, and Robot sensational characters for children of all ages.
Santa's Village - Old Fashioned Christmas in Huntsville
The people at EarlyWorks Children's Museum and Constitution Village have created Santa's Village for young and old alike to enjoy during the holiday season. Take a trip back in time and enjoy this old-fashioned Christmas with a fantasy twist.
The people at EarlyWorks Children's Museum and Constitution Village have created Santa's Village for young and old alike to enjoy during the holiday season. Take a trip back in time and enjoy this old-fashioned Christmas with a fantasy twist.
Huntsville Couple Create Nativity Scenes--Holiday Decorations
In 1996, Otto and Diane Freudenberger began a project for Christmas that has grown and grown over the years to become one of the most spectacular sights in Huntsville during the holiday season. Their life-size Nativity Set includes over 70 original figures to show the true meaning of Christmas.
In 1996, Otto and Diane Freudenberger began a project for Christmas that has grown and grown over the years to become one of the most spectacular sights in Huntsville during the holiday season. Their life-size Nativity Set includes over 70 original figures to show the true meaning of Christmas.
Flat Stanley Explores Huntsville's Space & Rocket Center
One of the highlights of Flat Stanley's visit to Huntsville was his exploration of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. Flat Stanley knew Huntsville was home to an awful lot of rocket scientists that helped put the first man on the moon.
One of the highlights of Flat Stanley's visit to Huntsville was his exploration of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. Flat Stanley knew Huntsville was home to an awful lot of rocket scientists that helped put the first man on the moon.
2004 Scarecrow Trail at Huntsville Botanical Garden
The Huntsville Botanical Garden is one of my favorite places to visit in Huntsville. No matter what time of year it is, there's always something going on at the Garden. In September and October, The Scarecrow Trail is lined with creative scarecrows.
The Huntsville Botanical Garden is one of my favorite places to visit in Huntsville. No matter what time of year it is, there's always something going on at the Garden. In September and October, The Scarecrow Trail is lined with creative scarecrows.
Flat Stanley Visits Oktoberfest in Huntsville
The first place Flat Stanley wanted to go in Huntsville was to the 2004 Oktoberfest on Redstone Arsenal. Oktoberfest, in honor of all the Germans in Huntsville, is one of only two events on the Arsenal that civilians are invited to attend.
The first place Flat Stanley wanted to go in Huntsville was to the 2004 Oktoberfest on Redstone Arsenal. Oktoberfest, in honor of all the Germans in Huntsville, is one of only two events on the Arsenal that civilians are invited to attend.
2004 Brownsboro Cornfield Maze Features Sweet Home Alabama
The Brownsboro Alabama cornfield maze is just east of Huntsville on Highway 72 E. You can take your family for a good time working your way around the cornfield during the day or treat your teenager to a spooky time at night.
The Brownsboro Alabama cornfield maze is just east of Huntsville on Highway 72 E. You can take your family for a good time working your way around the cornfield during the day or treat your teenager to a spooky time at night.
Old MacDonald's Petting Zoo
Old MacDonald's Petting Zoo is located 25 miles east of Huntsville in Woodville, Alabama and features animals, a picnic area, playground and gift shop.
Old MacDonald's Petting Zoo is located 25 miles east of Huntsville in Woodville, Alabama and features animals, a picnic area, playground and gift shop.
WaterWorks--The Coolest Place in Huntsville
The Huntsville Botanical Garden has come up with yet another great idea--this time it involves water...lots and lots of water! Now you can enjoy seven different and creative water stations placed throughout the Garden.
The Huntsville Botanical Garden has come up with yet another great idea--this time it involves water...lots and lots of water! Now you can enjoy seven different and creative water stations placed throughout the Garden.
Burritt Museum
Huntsville's first museum is on Monte Sano and features a mansion, a museum store, a living history park, and 4 hiking trails.
Huntsville's first museum is on Monte Sano and features a mansion, a museum store, a living history park, and 4 hiking trails.
In the Beginning: US Space & Rocket Center
Find out how the largest space museum in the world got its humble start and the impact it has had on Huntsville and the state of Alabama.
Find out how the largest space museum in the world got its humble start and the impact it has had on Huntsville and the state of Alabama.
How to Register For Space Camp
If you've always wanted to be an astronaut or just experience what it might be like, then Space Camp is for you! Here's a step by step guide to getting registered.
If you've always wanted to be an astronaut or just experience what it might be like, then Space Camp is for you! Here's a step by step guide to getting registered.
How to Enjoy the U.S. Space and Rocket Center
Plan your visit to the Space & Rocket Center to get the most out of your trip.
Plan your visit to the Space & Rocket Center to get the most out of your trip.
Maple Hill Cemetery Stroll
A lot of the people who made their mark in Huntsville's history came alive during the Cemetery Stroll in Maple Hill Cemetery sponsored by the Huntsville Pilgrimage Associations. Join the tour!
A lot of the people who made their mark in Huntsville's history came alive during the Cemetery Stroll in Maple Hill Cemetery sponsored by the Huntsville Pilgrimage Associations. Join the tour!
Green Mountain Nature Trail in Madison County, Alabama
You can take a hike, get married, or feed the ducks on the Madison County Nature Trail on Green Mountain. This is one of the best places in Huntsville to go when you want to get back to nature.
You can take a hike, get married, or feed the ducks on the Madison County Nature Trail on Green Mountain. This is one of the best places in Huntsville to go when you want to get back to nature.
Cathedral Caverns in Grant, Alabama
Cathedral Caverns has reopened as a State Park. Join us on a tour and learn what six world record's this cave near Grant, Alabama holds.
Cathedral Caverns has reopened as a State Park. Join us on a tour and learn what six world record's this cave near Grant, Alabama holds.
Big Spring Jam in Huntsville AL
The 9th Annual Big Spring Jam last weekend had a record crowd. Top entertainers and teenagers accounted for a surge in numbers. The perfect weather help, too!
The 9th Annual Big Spring Jam last weekend had a record crowd. Top entertainers and teenagers accounted for a surge in numbers. The perfect weather help, too!
Ditto Landing: Christmas Parade of Boats
The annual Christmas Parade of Boats at Ditto Landing near Huntsville is a popular family event. James Ditto began the ferry on the Tennessee River in 1807. Today it celebrates Christmas for Huntsvillians.
The annual Christmas Parade of Boats at Ditto Landing near Huntsville is a popular family event. James Ditto began the ferry on the Tennessee River in 1807. Today it celebrates Christmas for Huntsvillians.
Cotton Pickin' Pumpkins at Tate Farms
Tate Farms in Meridianville is visited by thousands of young children during October each year as they learn about farming, pick their own pumpkins, pet the animals, and navigate the hay bale maze.
Tate Farms in Meridianville is visited by thousands of young children during October each year as they learn about farming, pick their own pumpkins, pet the animals, and navigate the hay bale maze.
Movie Review: NASCAR IMAX Movie
Huntsville was home to the premiere of the IMAX's movie about the sport NASCAR racing.
Huntsville was home to the premiere of the IMAX's movie about the sport NASCAR racing.
VIP Space Camp for Adults
Space Camp isn't just for children--here are photos of former Astronaut Bob Springer and some other adults taking part in camp at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center.
Space Camp isn't just for children--here are photos of former Astronaut Bob Springer and some other adults taking part in camp at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center.
Dogwoods in Huntsville
Pretty in Pink.....and White.... The dogwoods are in bloom and the city has turned into a fairy land of cotton candy with the pink and white dogwoods. I'll take you on a pictorial tour around town to spot some of the prettier sights.
Pretty in Pink.....and White.... The dogwoods are in bloom and the city has turned into a fairy land of cotton candy with the pink and white dogwoods. I'll take you on a pictorial tour around town to spot some of the prettier sights.
Alabama Constitution Village
Visit 8 reconstructed federal buildings and step into the 19th century on this tour. Information, prices, field trips, and maps available.
Visit 8 reconstructed federal buildings and step into the 19th century on this tour. Information, prices, field trips, and maps available.
Benton H. Wilcox Municipal Ice Complex
One of the finest double rink facilities in the Southeast where you'll find ice skating sessions, hockey games, classes and schedules.
One of the finest double rink facilities in the Southeast where you'll find ice skating sessions, hockey games, classes and schedules.
Concerts in the Park
Monday nights, May through September, in Big Springs Park. Site includes a photo and schedule of events.
Monday nights, May through September, in Big Springs Park. Site includes a photo and schedule of events.
Early Works
Four distinct museums—the EarlyWorks Museum, Alabama Constitution Village, the Historic Huntsville Depot, and the Alabama Decorative Arts Center.
Four distinct museums—the EarlyWorks Museum, Alabama Constitution Village, the Historic Huntsville Depot, and the Alabama Decorative Arts Center.
Historic Huntsville Depot
One of the nation's oldest remaining railroad structures. Ticket, maps, and field trip info available online.
One of the nation's oldest remaining railroad structures. Ticket, maps, and field trip info available online.
Huntsville Botanical Gardens
One of Huntsville's most popular attractions has this website filled with information, photos, and calendar of events.
One of Huntsville's most popular attractions has this website filled with information, photos, and calendar of events.
Huntsville Museum of Art
A new $7.7 million building, free admission and open every day but Monday. Coming exhibitions, calendar of events and art classes for ages 3 to adult.
A new $7.7 million building, free admission and open every day but Monday. Coming exhibitions, calendar of events and art classes for ages 3 to adult.
Land Trust of Huntsville
Known as "The OTHER Space Program," The Land Trust of Huntsville and North Alabama's website has hiking and trail details, events calendar, and a form to nominate unique properties for preservation.
Known as "The OTHER Space Program," The Land Trust of Huntsville and North Alabama's website has hiking and trail details, events calendar, and a form to nominate unique properties for preservation.
Madison Street Festival
Application info, entertainment, committee, and layout and route details.
Application info, entertainment, committee, and layout and route details.
Marshall Space Flight Center
Provided NASA with 32 Saturns, including six used to land astronauts on the moon. For more details on the history of MSFC check this.
Provided NASA with 32 Saturns, including six used to land astronauts on the moon. For more details on the history of MSFC check this.
Paintball Equipment and Park
Complete Paintball Proshop with AirSmith on duty and many fields to compete on. Scuba also available.
Complete Paintball Proshop with AirSmith on duty and many fields to compete on. Scuba also available.
Panoply
Huntsville's Festival of the Arts site includes a list of performers, schedule, food, sponsors, volunteers, choreography, and visual arts.
Huntsville's Festival of the Arts site includes a list of performers, schedule, food, sponsors, volunteers, choreography, and visual arts.
Sci-Quest
Have fun while learning the basic principles of science at Sci-Quest. Huntsville's only hands-on science center features more than 150 exciting interactive exhibits.
Have fun while learning the basic principles of science at Sci-Quest. Huntsville's only hands-on science center features more than 150 exciting interactive exhibits.
Scuba Diving
Picture and information about the Recreation Park featuring a full service dive shop, underwater training platforms, NASA Space Station plus other interesting sunken relics.
Picture and information about the Recreation Park featuring a full service dive shop, underwater training platforms, NASA Space Station plus other interesting sunken relics.
Space Camp
Campers use Space Shuttle orbiter mockups during simulated launch to landing missions, learn basics of shuttle operations, science and history of the space program.
Campers use Space Shuttle orbiter mockups during simulated launch to landing missions, learn basics of shuttle operations, science and history of the space program.
The Long Grey Line Farm
Party themes for business and birthday parties including hay rides, farm tour, nature theme and Indian theme.
Party themes for business and birthday parties including hay rides, farm tour, nature theme and Indian theme.
US Space and Rocket Center
World's largest space museum, open all year round.
World's largest space museum, open all year round.
Von Braun Center
Named in honor of Dr. Werner Von Braun and host to various community events throughout the year. Calendar of events and ticket information available online.
Named in honor of Dr. Werner Von Braun and host to various community events throughout the year. Calendar of events and ticket information available online.
Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge
Here you'll find information, maps, and directions to this 34,500 acres of land along Wheeler Lake on the Tennessee River.
Here you'll find information, maps, and directions to this 34,500 acres of land along Wheeler Lake on the Tennessee River.
Wildflowers of Alabama
From Auburn University, this site includes a slide show, wildflower notes, and a searchable database.
From Auburn University, this site includes a slide show, wildflower notes, and a searchable database.