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Cullman, AL
Population: 13,972

  
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Amusements

FunZone 1635 Main Avenue Southwest, Cullman, AL 35055, 256-735-0704, FunZone is an entertainment mecca offering miniature golf, play areas, rookie car racing and much more. This is fun for the whole family! more...

North Alabama Birding Trail in Cullman Highway 31 South, Cullman, AL 35055, Hurricane Creek Park, 256-734-0454, As part of the North Alabama Birding Trail, this area is rich in natural beauty and almost anything could appear during migration! As you walk the trails of this lovely park, llisten for Red-eyed Vireos and Great Crested Flycatchers among the numerous Northern Cardinals and Carolina Chickadees.


Historic Homes & Buildings

Cullman Depot 301 First Avenue Northeast, Cullman, AL 35055, 256-739-1258, This Pueblo style stucco building is featured on the National Register of Historical Places, and serves as the offices for United Way of Cullman County. The lobby contains displays of vintage railroad related items.

Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament 3224 County Road 548, Cullman, AL 35007, Hanceville, 256-352-6267 or 205-271-2966, Built by Mother Angelica, this is the home of the Poor Clare Nuns of the Perpetual Adoration. It is modeled after European 13th century monasteries with both Spanish and Italian influences and contains features from Germany, Canada, Italy, Spain, and Columbia, South America. more...

Weiss Cottage First Avenue, Cullman, AL 35055, Between Fourth Street Southeast and Fifth Street, 256-739-1258, Cullman's oldest home, this lovely attraction was home to Aldo Weiss and his family.


Historic Sites & Monuments

Ave Maria Grotto 1600 St. Bernard Drive Southeast, Cullman, AL 35058, 256-734-4110, Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Ave Maria Grotto was built by Brother Joseph Zoettl. Known as "Jerusalem in Miniature," this three-site of miniature reproductions of famous churches, shrines and buildings, on the grounds of Alabama's first and only Benedictine Abbey, is made of stone, concrete and other items from around the world. more...

Echota Cherokee Interpretive Center County Road 1282, Cullman, AL 35057, 256-734-7337, This area has approximately 1.5 miles of natural trails, an 1860’s log house showing the architecture and the life of early Americanized Cherokees, and outdoor educational programs.


Museums & Galleries

Crooked Creek Civil War Museum 516 County Road 1127, Vinemont, AL 35179, 256-739-2741, Civil War and history buffs will enjoy this museum and the numerous authentic civil war items on display, as well as novelty items for sale.

Cullman County Museum 211 Second Avenue Northwest, Cullman, AL 35055, 256-739-1258, This site is a replica of the home of city founder Col. John G. Cullmann, and houses thousands of historical items dating back to the early 1800's. Displays include an archaeological room with Indian artifacts, a primitive room showing turn of the century tools, a clothing store with items from the 1800's, a main street exhibit with 19th century storefronts, and a photo gallery.  more... map

Evelyn Burrow Museum 1315 County Road 222, Cullman, AL 35057, 256-775-7477, The collection began 64 years ago and includes thousands of rare and unique items, some from the Smithsonian Institute. Of particular interest are the 97 rare pieces of Dresden porcelain, fine antique glassware, and antique furniture. The owners honor their World Champion horse, Ebony's Leading Lady, with one of the world's largest horse statue collections. more...

North Alabama Museum of History & Fine Arts 1315 County Road 222, Cullman, AL 35057, 256-734-0693, A museum of rare collectibles which houses pieces from as early as the 1500's.  map


Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Black Warriors' Path/Mitchell Trace 1219 County Road 187, Cullman, AL 35619, Danville, 256-905-2494 or 256-905-2499, Path was removal route for 2500 Creek Indians.

Clarkson Covered Bridge 2898 Highway 278, Cullman, AL 35056, 256-734-3369, One of Alabama's largest covered truss bridges and the site of the 1863 Battle of Hog Mountain. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the bridge is the centerpiece of a public park.  map

Heritage Park 1705 Lee Avenue Southwest, Cullman, AL 35055, 256-739-9931, This 70-acre complex offers championship softball and soccer fields, picnic shelters, multipurpose fields, outdoor basketball courts, pavilions, paved fitness trail, and a recognition garden.  map

Hurricane Creek Park 22600 Highway 31, Cullman, AL 35057, 256-734-2125, A registered Treasure Forest, this scenic ark features hiking and biking tails, waterfalls, a clear creek, hanging cliffs and much more for the nature lover. more...

Natural Bridge Highway 278 West, Cullman, AL 35055, 256-486-5330, Natural Bridge was formed by erosion of a tributary stream, leaving two giant arches forming a bridge. Scenic picnic area and nature trails available.

Smith Lake Park 416 County Road 385, Cullman, AL 35055, 256-739-2916, This park offers over 200 tent and RV campsites, a swimming pool (in season), spiral waterslides, lake swimming, picnic area, shelters, and special events throughout the summer.  map

Sportsman Lake Park Sportsman Lake Road, 256-734-3056 or 256-734-3369, This city park offers a miniature train which goes along the shore of the lake, fishing, miniature golf, pedal boats, camping, and a picnic area.


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