Family Fun

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) 2424435
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) 8343022
Built in 1907, this graceful mansion has been the home of Alabama’s governors since the 1950s. Take a self-guided tour on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Alabama State Capitol– Montgomery
600 Dexter Ave
(334) 2423188
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.

Civil Rights Memorial Center – Montgomery
400 Washington Ave
(334) 9568200
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) 2633970
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) 5147883
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in the first county training school for African Americans in Elmore County, this local museum showcases artifacts and historical documents relating to county residents.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) 5675097
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) 2421861
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) 5673002
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 ParkMontgomery
831 Walker St
(334) 3869100
The newest installation of the EJI legacy sites, the Freedom Monument Sculpture Park, is a 17acre 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) 2623600
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) 6683435
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) 4783366
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) 3869100
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) 6254333
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) 2651867
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) 3869100
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) 2404500
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) 3610961
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) 5950854
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) 2418615
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) 2644222
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) 567
4637
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) 3878000
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) 4307963
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) 7466530

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) 6254900
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) 6252100
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) 6254799
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 TuesdayFriday.

Wright Brothers Park – Montgomery
544 Maxwell Blvd
(334) 6252300
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) 2715353
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) 2624858
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) 2621530
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) 2419567
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) 7827317
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) 4815100
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) 4140193
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) 5950854
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)3182538
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) 3565460
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) 3873333
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) 6252100
This elegant 19th century riverboat offers dinner, dancing, and live entertainment on the Alabama River.

Montgomery Ballet
1044 E Fairview Ave
(334) 4090522
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) 3232255
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) 2404004
This community symphony group began in 1976 and puts on a number of impressive performances each season.

The Rex – Millbrook
3630 Edgewood Rd
(334) 5176022
This outdoor bar and food truck park creates the perfect atmosphere for adults and kids to hangout while enjoying games and live music.