Things to Do with Kids in Selma, AL

  • TripBuzz found 9 things to do with kids in or near Selma, Alabama.
  • From Old Cahawba Archaeological Park to National Voting Rights Museum & Institute, the Selma area offers 27 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Movie Theaters, Military Museums and Bridges.
  • Located on the lush, scenic banks of the Alabama River, the city of Selma is most popularly known for its historic past. The city was the sight of a major Voting Rights movement and march in 1965 and its past is commemorated in many local museums and festivals held annually. Other points of interest include local dining, shopping and riverside water recreation.
  • TripBuzz found 9 things to do with kids in or near Selma, Alabama.
  • From Old Cahawba Archaeological Park to National Voting Rights Museum & Institute, the Selma area offers 27 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Movie Theaters, Military Museums and Bridges.
  • Located on the lush, scenic banks of the Alabama River, the city of Selma is most popularly known for its historic past. The city was the sight of a major Voting Rights movement and march in 1965 and its past is commemorated in many local museums and festivals held annually. Other points of interest include local dining, shopping and riverside water recreation.
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7.6 Miles
82% 39 votes
Ghost Towns Selma, AL MoreLess Info
Considered to be one of the most famous ghost towns in the state, the Old Cahawba Archaeological Park showcases the place that was Alabama's capital during the Civil War. Guests can view several historic buildings and hike through the wooded areas.
0.1 Miles
72% 46 votes
History Museums 6 US Highway 80 East, Selma, AL 36701 MoreLess Info
With exhibits pertaining to the most basic civil rights, the National Voting Rights Museum and Institute displays artifacts which depict the voting rights struggle in the United States.
0.6 Miles
100% 6 votes
History Museums 713 Mabry St, Selma, AL 36701 MoreLess Info
An antebellum mansion designed in the neoclassical style, Sturdivant Hall Museum features a large collection of authentic period furnishings. It also houses a gallery of original artwork by local artist Clara Weaver Parrish.
0.4 Miles
84% 25 votes
History Museums Martin Luther King Jr Street and Water Ave, Selma, AL MoreLess Info
The history of the local region from the Civil War through the Civil Rights Movement is on display at the Old Depot Museum. The building was originally built in 1891 as a railway depot.
0.3 Miles
67% 3 votes
History Museums 109 Union Street, Selma, AL MoreLess Info
The rich history of the Vaughan-Smitherman Museum has been well-preserved for its visitors. Historic documents are on display, and era-appropriate restorations provide an authentic walk through of the former hospital. Weddings and receptions are often hosted.
0.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Military Museums 1410 Water Avenue, Selma, AL 36703 MoreLess Info
Slavery & Civil War Museum is the sister museum to the National Voting Rights Museum. They display both permanent and temporary exhibits that depict historical, topical and provocative impacts and occurrences during the period of slavery in America.
0.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Movie Theaters 1000 Selma Avenue, Selma, AL 36701 MoreLess Info
The Selma Walton Theater is a movie theater that has auditoriums that are equipped with Digital projection and sound. The theater offers free admission for children under the age of 2.
5.3 Miles
85% 150 votes
Bridges US Highway 80, Selma, AL MoreLess Info
The Edmund Pettus Bridge is a National Historic Landmark since 2013. It is a place of pilgrimage since the 7th of March 1965, also known as the Bloody Sunday, when armed policemen attacked civil rights protesters.
0.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Historic Buildings 109 Union Street, Selma, AL MoreLess Info
Made with Greek Revival architecture, The Smitherman Building is a large brick building featuring historical documents and artifacts from the Civil War era. It also has a collection of Native American artifacts, including artwork and clothing.
32.2 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 102 E Main Street, Prattville, AL 36067 MoreLess Info
Devoted to preserving and celebrating the history of Autauga County, the Autauga County Heritage Center is home to the Autauga County Historical Society. The center maintains genealogical records, and hosts a variety of events.
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