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Colonel Pickett Place 1833 Marker
This historic marker is located at the intersection of Hermitage Drive and North Court Street, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "This "double-pile cottage" is a rare Alabama example of Tidewater architecture that originated along…
The text on the marker reads: "This "double-pile cottage" is a rare Alabama example of Tidewater architecture that originated along…
Courtview, Rogers Hall 1855 Marker
This historic marker is located at the intersection of East Ervine Avenue and North Court Street, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "George Washington Foster, planter, built this Greek Revival Mansion. An Act of the legislature was…
The text on the marker reads: "George Washington Foster, planter, built this Greek Revival Mansion. An Act of the legislature was…
Daniel White Marker
This historic marker is located in front of Blue Water Polo Club next to Double Head Marker on U.S. 72, Killen, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Daniel White, native of North Carolina, purchased land here in 1818, a year before Alabama…
The text on the marker reads: "Daniel White, native of North Carolina, purchased land here in 1818, a year before Alabama…
Deibert Park Marker
This historic marker is located on Hightower Place near Darby Drive, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "This park was donated to the people of Florence by Dr. Kirk R. and Lillian Cook Deibert who initially acquired this property in…
The text on the marker reads: "This park was donated to the people of Florence by Dr. Kirk R. and Lillian Cook Deibert who initially acquired this property in…
Don Leslie Michael Marker
This historic marker is located on Veterans Park Drive near Don Michael Drive, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Rank and Organization: Specialist Fourth class, U.S. Army, Company C, 4th Battalion, 503D Infantry, 173D Airborne…
The text on the marker reads: "Rank and Organization: Specialist Fourth class, U.S. Army, Company C, 4th Battalion, 503D Infantry, 173D Airborne…
Dr. Ethelbert Brinkley Norton Marker
This historic marker is located on Hightower Place in Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Dr. E. B. Norton was a member of the U.S. Education Mission sent to Japan after World War II to advise Gen. McArthur on the complete…
The text on the marker reads: "Dr. E. B. Norton was a member of the U.S. Education Mission sent to Japan after World War II to advise Gen. McArthur on the complete…
Dr. Hicks Boulevard Marker
This historic marker is located at the intersection of E Dr Hicks Blvd and S. Wood Ave., Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "This boulevard was named in honor of Dr. Leonard Jerry Hicks by the City of Florence in 1981. Dr. Hicks was…
The text on the marker reads: "This boulevard was named in honor of Dr. Leonard Jerry Hicks by the City of Florence in 1981. Dr. Hicks was…
Dred Scott Marker
This historic marker is located at N. Pine Street and W. Tennessee St, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Dred Scott, whose name is associated with the landmark U.S. Supreme Court Dred Scott Decision of 1857, was born in Virginia…
The text on the marker reads: "Dred Scott, whose name is associated with the landmark U.S. Supreme Court Dred Scott Decision of 1857, was born in Virginia…
Earliest Methodist Congregation in Lauderdale County, Alabama Marker
This text on this historic marker reads: "Organized June 1818 near mouth of Blue Water Creek by Circuit Riders and became part of Richland Circuit of Giles County, Tenn. Church later moved to Center Star (Originally known as Masonville) and named…
East Florence Historic District Marker
This historic marker is located on Huntsville Road near S Royal Avenue and Georgia Avenue, Florence, Alabama.
The text on marker reads: "The East Florence business area began in the industrial boom of the 1880s and 1890s and continued its…
The text on marker reads: "The East Florence business area began in the industrial boom of the 1880s and 1890s and continued its…
First United Methodist Church - (1822) Marker
This historic marker is located at the church on the corner of East Tuscaloosa and North Seminary Streets, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Established September 8, 1822 in a log house on the west side of town by Revs. John Cox…
The text on the marker reads: "Established September 8, 1822 in a log house on the west side of town by Revs. John Cox…
Florence Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church in America Marker
This historic marker is located on E, Alabama Street, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "The "Mother Church" of the Presbytery, Florence Cumberland Colored Presbyterian Church originated in 1898 on property deeded by the city. Led,…
The text on the marker reads: "The "Mother Church" of the Presbytery, Florence Cumberland Colored Presbyterian Church originated in 1898 on property deeded by the city. Led,…
Florence Cemetery - 1818 Marker
This historic marker is located on East College Street, Florence, Alabama.
The text on this marker reads: "When the city was surveyed this land described as "outside the city limits" was designated as the burying grounds for the new town. It…
The text on this marker reads: "When the city was surveyed this land described as "outside the city limits" was designated as the burying grounds for the new town. It…
Florence Little League Baseball (1951) Marker
This historic marker is located on Clayborn Liles Drive, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Plans for the Florence Little League Baseball program for youth in ages ranging from eight to twelve years were completed in April 1951.…
The text on the marker reads: "Plans for the Florence Little League Baseball program for youth in ages ranging from eight to twelve years were completed in April 1951.…
Florence State Teachers College Marker
This historic marker was located on Alabama Highway 17. It is now located on the University of North Alabama's campus.
The text on the marker reads: "Oldest state-supported teachers college south of Ohio R. 1830-opened as LaGrange College…
The text on the marker reads: "Oldest state-supported teachers college south of Ohio R. 1830-opened as LaGrange College…
Florence Synodical Female College Marker
This historic marker is located at the intersection of North Wood Avenue and Tombigbee Street, Florence, Alabama.
The text on side one reads: "The Cypress Land Company reserved this block for education purposes. In 1847 the Florence Female…
The text on side one reads: "The Cypress Land Company reserved this block for education purposes. In 1847 the Florence Female…
Florence Wagon Company Marker
This historic marker is located at the intersection of Richards Street and Veterans Drive, Florence, AL.
The text on the marker reads: "Moved here from Atlanta in 1889, this industry made Florence a household word throughout the South. It was the…
The text on the marker reads: "Moved here from Atlanta in 1889, this industry made Florence a household word throughout the South. It was the…
Florence's Early Water Tower 1890 Marker
This historic marker is located on Seymore Avenue, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this tower of native stone was completed in 1890 as the foundation for a wrought- iron tank…
The text on the marker reads: "Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this tower of native stone was completed in 1890 as the foundation for a wrought- iron tank…
Forks of Cypress Plantation Marker
This historic marker is located on Jackson Road, Florence, Alabama.
The text on side one of the marker reads: "Side 1:
The Forks of Cypress plantation was established in 1818 by James and Sarah Jackson. Its home, believed the design of William…
The text on side one of the marker reads: "Side 1:
The Forks of Cypress plantation was established in 1818 by James and Sarah Jackson. Its home, believed the design of William…
Fort Willingham Marker
This historic marker is located at the intersection of Florence Boulevard and North Oak St., Florence, AL.
The text on side one reads: "The United States flag that flies at the base of this hill stands as a sentry over the site that was the home…
The text on side one reads: "The United States flag that flies at the base of this hill stands as a sentry over the site that was the home…
General Arthur E. Brown, Jr. Historic Marker
This historic marker is located at Hightower Place, Florence, Alabama in River Heritage Park.
The text on the marker reads: "A 1953 graduate of West Point, Gen. Brown culminated a 36-year military career as Director of the Army Staff (1983-1987)…
The text on the marker reads: "A 1953 graduate of West Point, Gen. Brown culminated a 36-year military career as Director of the Army Staff (1983-1987)…
General Hood's Narrow Escape Marker
This historic marker is located beside Florence Coliseum on Veterans Drive, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Following his tragic defeat at Franklin and Nashville, General John B. Hood managed to escape over the Tennessee River at…
The text on the marker reads: "Following his tragic defeat at Franklin and Nashville, General John B. Hood managed to escape over the Tennessee River at…
General John Coffee Marker
This historic marker is located on Cloverdale Road/Co Rd 157, just off N. Cox Creek Pkwy, Florence, Alabama. The text on the marker reads: "General John Coffee Home Site and Grave Cavalry Commander under Andrew Jackson throughout War of 1812: (Creek…
General John Coffee (Walk of Honor Marker)
This historic marker is located in River Heritage Park.
The text on the marker reads: "Through his personal and business relationship with Andrew Jackson, Gen. Coffee led Jackson's cavalry in the Battle of New Orleans in 1815 and became a…
The text on the marker reads: "Through his personal and business relationship with Andrew Jackson, Gen. Coffee led Jackson's cavalry in the Battle of New Orleans in 1815 and became a…
General Joseph Wheeler Marker
This historic marker is located along the pier of the Tennessee River at Joe Wheeler Lodge, Rogersville, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Trusted, honored, and loved by the people of Alabama for his splendid character and distinguished…
The text on the marker reads: "Trusted, honored, and loved by the people of Alabama for his splendid character and distinguished…
George H. Carroll Lion Habitat Marker
This historic marker is at the UNA Lion Habitat on North Wood Avenue, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "The lion habitat is named in honor of George H. Carroll (1926-1998), a long-standing friend and supporter of the University of…
The text on the marker reads: "The lion habitat is named in honor of George H. Carroll (1926-1998), a long-standing friend and supporter of the University of…
Gilbert Elementary School Marker
This historic marker is located on Gilbert Circle, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Gilbert School, named in honor of Henry C Gilbert, school superintendent 1892-1904 and long time member of Board of Education was built in 1920,…
The text on the marker reads: "Gilbert School, named in honor of Henry C Gilbert, school superintendent 1892-1904 and long time member of Board of Education was built in 1920,…
Governor Hugh McVay Marker
This historic marker is located on N. Cox Creek Parkway, near 698 N Cox Creek Parkway, Florence, AL.
The text on the marker reads: "McVay (1766-1851), South Carolina native, built a three room log house at head of Cox's Creek about 1818. Community…
The text on the marker reads: "McVay (1766-1851), South Carolina native, built a three room log house at head of Cox's Creek about 1818. Community…
Grassy Memorial Chapel and Cemetery Marker
This historic marker is located at the intersection of Alabama Route 64 and County Road 89, Lexington, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Established in 1894 as New Salem Presbyterian Church. Originally affiliated with the Cumberland…
The text on the marker reads: "Established in 1894 as New Salem Presbyterian Church. Originally affiliated with the Cumberland…
Harlon Hill Marker
This historic marker is located at River Heritage Park with the Walk of Honor.
Text on the marker reads: "The NFL Rookie of the Year (1954) and MVP (1955), Harlon Hill starred with the Chicago Bears. The Harlon Hill Trophy is presented annually to…
Text on the marker reads: "The NFL Rookie of the Year (1954) and MVP (1955), Harlon Hill starred with the Chicago Bears. The Harlon Hill Trophy is presented annually to…
Henry S. "Hank" Klibanoff Marker
This historic marker is located in the Walk of Honor located in River Heritage Park.
Text on the marker reads: "Keen observer and researcher of the Civil Rights Movement in the South, Hank Klibanoff won the Pultizer Prize in 2007 for The Race…
Text on the marker reads: "Keen observer and researcher of the Civil Rights Movement in the South, Hank Klibanoff won the Pultizer Prize in 2007 for The Race…
Heritage Park Marker
This historic marker is located on Wheeler Street, Rogersville, Alabama.
The text on side one of the marker reads: "The settlement of what is now eastern Lauderdale County (known as “Over Elk”) by non-Native Americans commenced by 1807.…
The text on side one of the marker reads: "The settlement of what is now eastern Lauderdale County (known as “Over Elk”) by non-Native Americans commenced by 1807.…
Homer Givens Marker
This historic marker is located at the intersection of North Wood Ave. and Chisholm Road, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "The home of Homer Givens, America's first hero in World War I was located .4 of a mile north of this…
The text on the marker reads: "The home of Homer Givens, America's first hero in World War I was located .4 of a mile north of this…
Indian Mound Marker
This historic marker is locate don U.S. Highway 72, near the Indian Mound.
Text on the marker reads: "This is the highest domiciliary mound in the Tennessee Valley. It was build about 1200 to 1500 A.D. by Indians of the Mississippian Culture. Such…
Text on the marker reads: "This is the highest domiciliary mound in the Tennessee Valley. It was build about 1200 to 1500 A.D. by Indians of the Mississippian Culture. Such…
Jackson's Military Road Marker
This historic marker is located on 918 Military Road, Florence, AL.
The text on the marker reads: "Built by Andrew Jackson 1816-20. Shortened by 200 miles the route from Nashville to New Orleans for movement of supply wagons and artillery. Built…
The text on the marker reads: "Built by Andrew Jackson 1816-20. Shortened by 200 miles the route from Nashville to New Orleans for movement of supply wagons and artillery. Built…
James Jackson Marker
This historic marker is located on Cox Creek Parkway (Alabama Route 133), Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Often referred to as the most successful breeder of thoroughbred horses in America, James Jackson imported Glencoe and…
The text on the marker reads: "Often referred to as the most successful breeder of thoroughbred horses in America, James Jackson imported Glencoe and…
James Thomas Rapier Marker
This historic marker is located on Hightower Pl., Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Lawyer and statesman James T. Rapier, a son of free African-American parents in Florence, holds the distinction of being just the second…
The text on the marker reads: "Lawyer and statesman James T. Rapier, a son of free African-American parents in Florence, holds the distinction of being just the second…
John McKinley Marker
This historic marker is located on corner of S Seminary St and Veterans Drive, Florence, Alabama.
Text on the marker reads: "John McKinley (1780-1852), native of Virginia, prominent attorney, member of Cypress Land Company, built a large…
Text on the marker reads: "John McKinley (1780-1852), native of Virginia, prominent attorney, member of Cypress Land Company, built a large…
John Thomas Bulls, Jr. Marker
This historic marker is located on Cox Creek Parkway (Alabama Route 133), Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "For 21 years following the end of World War II, John Bulls served as Agricultural Extension Advisor for the U.S. Dept. in…
The text on the marker reads: "For 21 years following the end of World War II, John Bulls served as Agricultural Extension Advisor for the U.S. Dept. in…
Justice John A. McKinley Marker
This historic marker is located on Hightower Place, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "First serving as a member of the U.S. Senate (1826-1830), John McKinley was appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Van Buren, becoming…
The text on the marker reads: "First serving as a member of the U.S. Senate (1826-1830), John McKinley was appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Van Buren, becoming…
Justice John McKinley Federal Building Marker
This historic marker is located on N. Seminary St. just from E. Tombigbee St., Florence, Alabama.
The text on side one of the marker reads: "Named for Alabama's first United States Supreme Court Justice, John McKinley made his home in Florence,…
The text on side one of the marker reads: "Named for Alabama's first United States Supreme Court Justice, John McKinley made his home in Florence,…
Karsner-Kennedy House Marker
This historic marker is located on 301 North Pine Street, Florence, AL.
The text on side one reads: "The Karsner ~ Kennedy House is significant because of its architectural characteristics. Benjamin F. Karsner (1800-1867) of Maryland married Sarah…
The text on side one reads: "The Karsner ~ Kennedy House is significant because of its architectural characteristics. Benjamin F. Karsner (1800-1867) of Maryland married Sarah…
Korean War Memorial Marker
This historic marker is located behind the Florence/Lauderdale Veterans Memorial on veterans Park Dr, Florence, AL.
The text on the marker reads: "The Korean War
June 1950~ July 1953
Erected by the citizens of Florence in honor of the men and…
The text on the marker reads: "The Korean War
June 1950~ July 1953
Erected by the citizens of Florence in honor of the men and…
Larimore Home 1870 Marker
This historic marker is located at 698 Mars Hill Road, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Built by Theophilus Brown Larimore and his wife, Esther Gresham Larimore, as a home and educational center. Near site of foundry and arsenal…
The text on the marker reads: "Built by Theophilus Brown Larimore and his wife, Esther Gresham Larimore, as a home and educational center. Near site of foundry and arsenal…
Lauderdale County High School 1912 Marker
This historic marker is located on College St, Rogersville, AL.
The text on side one of the marker reads: "Prior to 1912, a private school, Rogersville High School, was housed in a two-story wooden frame building located in this vicinity. On…
The text on side one of the marker reads: "Prior to 1912, a private school, Rogersville High School, was housed in a two-story wooden frame building located in this vicinity. On…
Locust Dell Academy Marker
This historic marker is located in front of Locust Dell Academy, which is now the Department of History on the Campus of UNA. on N. Wood Avenue, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "On this site Nicholas Marcellus Hentz conducted a…
The text on the marker reads: "On this site Nicholas Marcellus Hentz conducted a…
Lone Cedar Church of Christ 1898 Marker
This historic marker is located on Old Jackson Hwy, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Christians first met here in a log building which also served as a schoolhouse. In 1909 a frame building was constructed. Because of a single…
The text on the marker reads: "Christians first met here in a log building which also served as a schoolhouse. In 1909 a frame building was constructed. Because of a single…
Lt. Col. R. Edward Yeilding Marker
This historic marker is located on Highttower Place, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "After flying more than 90 worldwide reconnaissance missions, in 1990 Lt. Col. Ed Yeilding set a coast to coast aircraft speed record of 67…
The text on the marker reads: "After flying more than 90 worldwide reconnaissance missions, in 1990 Lt. Col. Ed Yeilding set a coast to coast aircraft speed record of 67…
Macedonia Church of Christ Marker
This historic marker is located on County Road 158 west of Road 5, Florence, Alabama.
The text on the marker reads: "Tracing its roots to the early 1800's. The Macedonia Baptist Church originally met in homes with Joseph Fanning, visiting…
The text on the marker reads: "Tracing its roots to the early 1800's. The Macedonia Baptist Church originally met in homes with Joseph Fanning, visiting…