Fun for All

The River Region features all sorts of family fun attractions, from the Zoo to interactive museums.

Alabama Department of Archives & History – Montgomery
624 Washington Ave
(334) 242–4435
This museum displays artifact collections documenting Alabama’s history. Highlights include exhibits on Alabama’s involvement in World War I, the geography of the state, and a hands-on gallery for the kids.

Alabama Governor’s Mansion – Montgomery
1142 S Perry St
(334) 834–3022
Built in 1907, this graceful mansion has been the home of Alabama’s governors since the 1950s. Schedule a free guided tour on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Alabama State Capitol– Montgomery
600 Dexter Ave
(334) 242–3188
The Alabama State Capital is a National Historic Landmark overlooking downtown Montgomery. This is a working museum of state history and politics offering free self-guided tours Monday through Friday. The Capitol is now recognized as an official destination on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail along with more than 100 locations across 14 states.

Buena Vista Mansion – PRAT
641 County Rd 4 E.
(334) 498-0152
This circa-1830 Federal style plantation house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Legend has it that President Andrew Jackson modeled the spiral staircase in one of his homes after the one in this mansion. The house is available for tours on Tuesdays or by appointment

Civil Rights Memorial Center – Montgomery
400 Washington Ave
(334) 956–8200
The four galleries at this site focus on the modern Civil Rights Movement, the stories of the martyrs honored on the Civil Rights Memorial, contemporary social justice issues, and a space of reflection. Advance online ticketing is required.

Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church & Parsonage – Montgomery
454 Dexter Ave
(334) 263–3970
Much of Montgomery’s early Civil Rights activity was directed by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from this church. Tours are available Fridays and Saturdays by appointment only.

Elmore County Black History Museum – Wetumpka
202 Lancaster St
(334) 514–7883
Located in the first county training school for African Americans in Elmore County, this local museum showcases artifacts and historical documents relating to county residents.

Elmore County Museum – Wetumpka
112 S Main St
(334) 567–5097
This museum shares the history of Elmore County and its people through both permanent and temporary exhibits and year-round educational programs.

First White House of the Confederacy – Montgomery
644 Washington Ave
(334) 242–1861
In the spring of 1861, the newly formed Confederate government rented this 1830s home as an executive residence for President Jefferson Davis and his young family. Take a free self-guided tour Monday through Saturday or reserve a guided tour for your group.

Freedom Rides Museum – Montgomery
210 S Court St
(334) 414-8647

This museum is located in a historic Greyhound bus station and features the Road-to-Equality – the 1961 Freedom Rides art exhibit.

Fort Toulouse/Fort Jackson Park – Wetumpka
2521 W Fort Toulouse Rd
(334) 567–3002
Visit and see the recreated 1751 Fort Toulouse, Creek Indian houses, and the partially restored 1814 American Fort Jackson. Living history events are scheduled throughout the year.

Freedom Monument Sculpture Park–Montgomery
831 Walker St
(334) 386–9100
The newest installation of the EJI legacy sites, the Freedom Monument Sculpture Park, is a 17–acre site overlooking the Alabama River that honors the lives and memories of the 10 million Black people who were enslaved in America and celebrates their courage and resilience.

Hank Williams Museum – Montgomery
118 Commerce St
(334) 262–3600
This facility houses the most complete collection of memorabilia dedicated to country music’s Hank Williams, Sr. It spotlights Hank’s 1952 Cadillac, pieces from his closet, albums and awards, and more.

Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum – Calera
1919 9th St
(205) 668–3435
As the official railroad museum of Alabama, this museum is home to two operating trains, two restored depots, a collection of railroad artifacts and memorabilia, and more. Ride a train, checkout the collections, and learn more about Alabama’s railroad history.

Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery – Wetumpka
301 Hill St
(334) 478–3366
This gallery features a permanent collection of works by Fitzpatrick and other renowned artists, as well as rotating exhibitions of works by local and regional artists. The Kelly hosts a variety of art events and workshops throughout the year.

Legacy Museum – Montgomery
400 N Court St
(334) 386–9100
The Legacy Museum is located steps away from a rail station where tens of thousands of Black people were trafficked during the 19th century. This facility provides a comprehensive history of the U.S. with a focus on the legacy of slavery using cutting-edge technology and world-class art.

Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts
1 Museum Dr
(334) 625–4333
Noted for its outstanding collection of 19th and 20th century paintings, this museum also houses a stunning collection of Southern regional art along with a diverse selection of traveling exhibitions each year. The one-of-a-kind interactive Art Works Gallery offers a unique learning experience for the entire family. Other highlights include Verde Cafe and the Caddell Sculpture Garden.

The MOOseum -Montgomery
201 S Bainbridge St
(334) 265–1867
The MOOseum is the best place for children and adults alike to learn more about Alabama’s beef cattle industry. Explore a detailed timeline of the past and have fun in a hands-on environment.

National Memorial for Peace and Justice – Montgomery
417 Caroline St
(334) 386–9100
Set on a six-acre site, this sobering memorial uses sculpture, art, and design to contextualize racial terror. It includes a memorial square with 800 six-foot monuments to symbolize thousands of racial terror lynching victims in the United States and the counties and states where this terrorism took place.

Old Alabama Town – Montgomery
301 Columbus St
(334) 240–4500
Over six blocks of houses and buildings portray what life was like in early 19th and 20th century Alabama. The museum is open for self-guided tours.

Prattaugan Museum – Prattville
102 E Main St
(334) 361–0961
This museum is filled with a collection of artifacts and objects pertaining to Autauga County, one of the oldest counties in the state of Alabama. Exhibits feature Daniel Pratt memorabilia, a Civil War Room, and various county artifacts.

Prattville Creative Arts Center
342 S Chestnut St
(334) 595–0854
Located within an 1890’s house, the Creative Arts Center features an art gallery that exhibits works by members of the Prattauga Art Guild and guest artists. Art classes and workshops for children and adults are offered.

Rosa Parks Library and Museum & Children’s Wing – Montgomery
252 Montgomery St
(334) 241–8615
The Rosa Parks Library and Museum offer insight into the event that sparked the famous Montgomery Bus Boycott. The museum features an interactive children’s area with a multi-media reenactment involving Rosa Parks, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and other early Civil Rights leaders.

Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald Museum – Montgomery
919 Felder Ave
(334) 264–4222
Located in historic Old Cloverdale, this is the only museum in the world dedicated to the lives and legacies of F. Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald. The Fitzgeralds lived here in the 1930s. Individual tours are available Thursday through Sunday, and group tours are welcome with advance notice.

Wetumpka Impact Crater Discovery & Visitor Center – Wetumpka
124 Company St
(334) 427-1800
This interpretive center tells the story of the meteorite that hit the Wetumpka area some 84 million years ago and left a crater that now cradles downtown Wetumpka in its basin.

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama – Hope Hull
700 Hyundai Blvd
(334) 387–8000
Experience one of the world’s most advanced automotive plants and watch the assembly of the Hyundai Elantra, Santa Fe, Tucson, and Santa Cruz, and the Genesis Electrified GV70. Tours are free and must be scheduled beforehand.

Jackson Lake Island – Millbrook
Cypress Ln
(334) 430–7963
Step into Spectre, the fictional town custom-built for Tim Burton’s film Big Fish. Visitors can explore the movie set and hang out with the local crowd of cute goats.

Montgomery Whitewater
110 Maxwell Blvd
(334) 746–6530
A man-made whitewater rafting and recreational complex that provides an Appalachian River experience within walking distance of downtown Montgomery for beginners and experts alike, including an Olympic- standard competition venue.

Montgomery Zoo and Mann Museum
2301 Coliseum Pkwy
(334) 625–4900
Montgomery’s beautiful 40-acre zoo is home to over 500 animals from five different continents, all housed in natural, barrier-free habitats. The on-site Mann Museum hosts over 275 exhibits of wildlife that are found in North America. Entry to the museum is included with zoo admission.

Riverwalk Amphitheatre and Splash Pad – Montgomery
355 Coosa St
(334) 625–2100
The amphitheater sits on the edge of Riverfront Park along the stunning Alabama River. This interactive splash pad located in Riverfront Park is the perfect way to cool off during the summer.

W.A. Gayle Planetarium
1010 Forest Ave
(334) 625–4799
The W.A. Gayle Planetarium reopened in January 2024 and allows for exploration of Earth through the use of continually updated satellite datasets of our planet’s land, ocean, atmosphere and climate of our entire planet. The planetarium is currently only open to the public on Saturdays with group reservations available Tuesday–Friday.

Wright Brothers Park – Montgomery
544 Maxwell Blvd
(334) 625–2300
Formerly known as Overlook Park, Wright Brothers Park offers beautiful views overlooking the Alabama River and the surrounding area.

Alabama Shakespeare Festival – Montgomery
1 Festival Dr
(334) 271–5353
As the designated State Theater of Alabama and one of the largest regional theaters in the country, ASF produces classics, Shakespeare, contemporary plays, musicals, and theater for young audiences.

Capri Theatre – Montgomery
1045 E Fairview Ave
(334) 262–4858
Founded in 1941 as the Clover Theatre, the remodeled and renamed Capri Theatre is currently the longest continually operating movie theater in Alabama.

Cloverdale Playhouse – Montgomery
960 Cloverdale Rd
(334) 262–1530
This volunteer-run community theatre presents entertaining, challenging, and innovative productions throughout the year, as well as special performances, music series, and educational programs.

Davis Theater for the Performing Arts – Montgomery
251 Montgomery St
(334) 241–9567
The meticulously restored Davis Theater first opened in 1930 as a Movie Palace designed for talkies and Vaudeville shows. Now, it hosts amateur and professional musicals, dramatic productions, chamber music groups, symphony orchestras, dance groups, ballets, and instrumental performances.

Millbrook Community Players
5720 Main St
(334) 782–7317
This group puts on a variety of productions throughout the year, from mysteries to musicals. Auditions are open to all in the community, and volunteers are always welcome.

Montgomery Performing Arts Centre
201 Tallapoosa St
(334) 481–5100
The MPAC is a state-of-the-art facility that’s large enough for first-run Broadway shows yet intimate enough to host a wide variety of concerts as well as opera, comedy, dance, and children’s shows.

Pike Road Theatre Company
5346 Atlanta Hwy
(334) 414–0193
Pike Road Theatre Company launched in Spring 2022 with plays and musicals for the whole family to enjoy. While working towards the design and construction of a permanent residence with the Town of Pike Road, PRTC is temporarily performing at the Faulkner Theater.

Way Off Broadway Theatre – Prattville
203 W 4th St
(334) 595–0854
This organization was formed in Fall 2002 and stages five shows each year, including a musical and a signature Christmas play. Keep an eye out on their Facebook page if you want to audition for a production and get in on the action!

Wetumpka Depot Players
300 S Main St
(334)318–2538
Established in Spring 1980, this local group stages several spectacular productions each year. Auditions are open to all in the community, and there’s even a Youth Actors Academy for children!

Alabama River Region Ballet– Montgomery
7981Vaughn Rd
(334) 356–5460
As Alabama’s premiere professional ballet school, this organization offers high-level dance education as well as outstanding performances for the community.

The Alley – Montgomery
133 Tallapoosa St
(334) 387–3333
Downtown Montgomery’s entertainment district features a variety of restaurants, bars, and more. It’s conveniently located within walking distance of the Convention Center, Riverwalk Stadium, and the Riverfront.

Cloverdale Shopping and Dining
Old Cloverdale Historic District
Check out the trendy and long-time favorite spots in Old Cloverdale for dining, shopping, and hanging out. Top choices for dining include El Rey, Moe’s Bar-B-Que, and Vintage Year. Pine Bar is a relaxed neighborhood bar, and 1048 Jazz and Blues Club features live music nightly.

Harriott II Riverboat – Montgomery
200 Coosa St
(334) 625–2100
This elegant 19th century riverboat offers dinner, dancing, and live entertainment on the Alabama River.

Montgomery Ballet
405 Coliseum Blvd
(334) 409–0522
The Montgomery Ballet is the only professional ballet company in the city of Montgomery and one of only two in the state of Alabama. The company puts on several spectacular performances each year.

Montgomery Biscuits Baseball
200 Coosa St
(334) 323–2255
The Montgomery Biscuits moved to Montgomery’s Riverwalk Stadium in 2004 after playing 17 seasons in Florida as the Orlando Twins. This Minor League team is the Double-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. Games feature theme nights, flexible seating options, and various activities for kids and adults.

Montgomery Symphony Orchestra
507 Columbus St
(334) 240–4004
This community symphony group began in 1976 and puts on a number of impressive performances each season.

The Rex – Millbrook
3630 Edgewood Rd
(334) 517–6022
This outdoor bar and food truck park creates the perfect atmosphere for adults and kids to hangout while enjoying games and live music.

Alabama Adventure & Splash
Adventure – Bessemer
4599 Splash Adventure Pkwy
(205) 481-4750
www.alabamaadventure.com

Alabama Aquarium – Dauphin
Island
102 Bienville Blvd
(251) 861-7500

Alabama Safari Park – Hope Hull
1164 Venable Rd
(334) 288-2105
www.alabamasafaripark.com

Alligator Alley – Summerdale
19950 Hwy 71
(251) 946-2483

Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Rd
(205) 879-0409
www.birminghamzoo.com

Cathedral Caverns State Park – Woodville
637 Cave Rd
(256) 888–0230

Cook Museum of Natural Science –
Decatur
133 4th Ave NE
(256) 351-4505

Great Wolf Lodge
LaGrange, GA

(844) 473-9653 • 150 Tom Hall Pkwy

Majestic Caverns – Childersburg
5181 Desoto Caverns Pkwy
(256) 378-7252

McWane Center – Birmingham
200 19th St N
(205) 714–8300
www.mcwane.org

OWA Parks & Resort – Foley
101 S OWA Blvd
(251) 923-2111

U.S. Space and Rocket Center – Huntsville
1 Tranquility Base
(256)721–7114
www.rocketcenter.com

Bama Lanes – Montgomery
3020 Atlanta Hwy
(334) 272-5423

Bama Lanes – Prattville
1714 E Main St
(334) 358-8600

Eastdale Mall Roller Palace –
Montgomery
1000 Eastdale Cir
(334) 277-2088

Escapology – Montgomery
130 Commerce St #700
(334) 523-1947

Launch Trampoline Park – Prattville
891 Boardroom Dr
(334) 568-2041
www.launchtrampolinepark.com/prattville

Montgomery Biscuits Baseball
200 Coosa St
(334) 323-2255
www.milb.com/montgomery

Montgomery Zoo & Mann Wildlife Learning Museum
2301 Coliseum Pkwy
(334) 625-4900
www.montgomeryzoo.com

Newtopia Fun Park – Montgomery
3731 Malcolm Dr
(334) 356-4518
www.newtopiafunpark.com

Skate Zone 2000 – Wetumpka
88 Red EaglePkwy
(334) 567-4434

Sky Zone – Montgomery
5544 Atlanta Hwy
(334) 239-2587

W.A. Gayle Planetarium
1010 Forest Ave
(334) 625–4799

Wetumpka Splash Pad–Wetumpka
200 Lancaster S
(334) 731–8475

Alabama 4-H Club – Montgomery
6281 Trotman Rd
(334)245–8053
www.aces.edu

Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama – Montgomery
(800) 239-6636
www.girlscoutssa.org

Tukabatchee Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America – Montgomery
(334) 262-2697
www.scouting.org

Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum – Calera
1919 9th St
(205) 668-3435
www.hodrrm.org

Mooseum – Montgomery
201 Bainbridge St
(334) 265-1867

Museum of Alabama – Montgomery
624 Washington Ave
(334) 242–4435
www.museum.alabama.gov

Old Alabama Town – Montgomery
301 Columbus St
(334) 240-4500
www.oldalabamatown.com

Rosa Parks Museum Children’s
Wing – Montgomery
252 Montgomery St
(334) 241-8615

Alabama Nature Center and NaturePlex – Millbrook
3050 Lanark Rd
(334) 285-4550
www.alabamawildlife.org

Alabama Shakespeare Festival
Acting Academy – Montgomery
1 Festival Dr
(334) 271-5353

Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts
1 Museum Dr
(334) 625-4333
www.mmfa.org

ZooTeen Program & Zoo Camp –
Montgomery
2301 Coliseum Pkwy
(334) 625-4900

Alabama FC South–Montgomery
300 Brown Springs Rd
(334) 396–9754

Armory Athletics – Montgomery
1018 Madison Ave
(334) 625-2789
Offers: Gymnastics, Tumbling, Ninja

Capital City Juniors Volleyball
Club – Montgomery
1555 Eastern Blvd
(866) 942-2509

Capital City Streaks Soccer –
Montgomery
(334)396–9754

Central Alabama Youth Football &
Cheer League
(334) 301–3572

Dixie Youth Baseball & Softball –
Montgomery
(334)669–4532

East Montgomery Baseball &
Softball
205Perry Hill Rd
(334) 399-0679

Montgomery County Parks &
Recreation Youth Football
147 Old School House Rd
(334) 832-7183

Montgomery Miracle League
1655 Ray Thorington Rd
(334) 430-9810

Upward Sports

• Frazer Church – Montgomery
(334) 495–6459

• Harvest Fields Community Church –
Deatsville
(334) 202-4985

• New Home Baptist Church –
Wetumpka
(334) 567-5966

• Saint James UMC – Montgomery
(334) 277-3037

• True Divine Baptist Church –
Montgomery
(334) 294–0620

Bell Road – Montgomery
2435 Bell Rd
(334) 271-4343
Offers: Basketball, Football, T-Ball,
Tennis, Homeschool PE, Dance, Art,
Spanish

Britton – Montgomery
850 S Lawrence St
(334) 229–0033
Offers: Youth in Government, Collegiate
Legislature, Y Achievers

Camp Chandler – Wetumpka
1240 Jordan Dam Rd
(334) 229-0035

Cleveland Avenue – Montgomery
1201 Rosa L Parks Ave
(334) 256-0566
Offers: Basketball, Cheerleading,
Football, T-Ball

Don M. Smith – Prattville
600 E Main St
(334) 365-8852
Offers: Gymnastics, Swimming

Downtown – Montgomery
761 S Perry St
(334) 269-4362

East Family – Montgomery
3407 Pelzer Ave
(334) 272-3390
Offers: Basketball, Football, Swimming,
Volleyball

Emory Folmar Soccer Complex –
Montgomery
300 Brown Springs Rd
(334) 396-9754

Goodtimes – Montgomery
2325 Mill Ridge Dr
(334) 279-8666

Grandview Family – Millbrook
4700 Camp Grandview Rd
(334) 290-9622
Offers: Basketball, Football, Karate,
Soccer, Volleyball

James W. Wilson Jr. – Montgomery
1445 New Park Dr
(334) 356-8471
Offers: Basketball, Football, Volleyball

Kershaw – Montgomery
2229 W Fairview Ave
(334) 265-1433

Midtown – Montgomery
3455 Carter Hill Rd
(334) 262-6411
Offers: Basketball, Cheerleading, Football

Wetumpka
200 Red Eagle Dr
(334) 567-8282
Offers: Swimming, Basketball, Football, T-Ball,
Volleyball

Willis Bradford Branch
972 McQueen Smith Rd S
(334) 358-9622
Offers: Swimming, Basketball, Flag Football, Martial Arts, Soccer,
Volleyball

Montgomery County
(334) 625-4999 • www.mccpl.lib.al.us

The Montgomery City-County Public Library System has 10 branches across the county. Services offered include:

free internet access at all 10 locations
author talks and book signings
children’s and teen’s programming
book clubs
extensive reference assistance
real time internet chat-based homework help through tutor.com
free practice testing through learnatest.com
movies, music, and eBooks

Autauga-Prattville Public Library
254 DosterRd
(334) 365-3396 • www.appl.info

Bertha Pleasant Williams at Rosa L. Parks
Avenue Branch – Montgomery
1276 Rosa L Parks Ave
(334) 625-4979

Coliseum Boulevard Branch –
Montgomery
840 Coliseum Blvd
(334) 625-4834

E.L. Lowder Regional Branch –
Montgomery
2590 Bell Rd
(334) 625-4844

Governor’s Square Branch – Montgomery
2885 E South Blvd
(334) 284-7929

Hampstead Branch – Montgomery
5251 Hampstead High St
(334) 625-4885

Juliette Hampton Morgan Memorial –
Montgomery
245 High St
(334) 625-4999

Millbrook Public Library
3650 Grandview Rd
(334) 285-6688 • www.cityofmillbrook.org

Pike Road Branch
9585 Vaughn Rd
(334) 625–4886

Pintlala Branch- Hope Hull
255 Federal Rd
(334) 625-4890

Ramer Branch
5444 State Hwy 94
(334) 562-3364

Rufus A. Lewis Regional Branch –
Montgomery
3095 Mobile Hwy
(334) 625-4848

Wetumpka Public Library
212 S Main St
(334) 567-1308 • www.wetumpkalibrary.com