Museum of East Alabama

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The Museum of East Alabama located in historic Downtown Opelika, Al. Serving West Central Alabama. Linking our past to our future.

Description

Located in the heart of Opelika’s downtown historic district at 121 South 9th Street, on the old Clement hotel site, the Museum of East Alabama first opened its doors in August 1989. Adjacent to the Lee County Courthouse square, the museum now houses over 5,000 artifacts including both 19th, and 20th century local, state and general history items. With over 2,000 visitors yearly since its opening, hundred of visitors receive a look and education about the East Alabama area, Opelika, and Alabama history.

Museum Hours:
Tuesday - Friday: 10am - 4pm
Saturday: 2pm - 4pm
Closed: Sunday & Monday
Email: [email protected]

Mission

Museum of East Alabama serves Lee, Macon, Chambers, Russell & Tallapoosa.

Address: 121 S 9th St, Opelika 36801

Phone: (334) 749-2751

Website

Email: gro.amabalatsae@muesum

State: AL

City: Opelika

Street Number: 121 S 9th St

Zip Code: 36801

categories: school, nonprofit organization, history museum

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Reviews

I would highly recommend everyone to visit this place at least once. It has captured a slice of history beautifully. Every volunteer is so humble and gracious, and they show you the museum with such interest and dedication. There is something of interest for all ages and the murals and beautifully created too. The place is wonderfully maintained, and you will definitely leave with immense knowledge.

What a fun and exciting place to visit if you’re interested in learning more about Alabama and U.S. History. So many interesting things to see. Had a great time! Thank you!

Want to learn about Alabama history significant to the local area, visit the Museum of East Alabama.  This museum is perfect for an introduction into regional history and an enhanced educational experience.  There are examples of textiles, inventions, collection, etc.  Visiting the Museum of East Alabama is great for people wishing to research antiques common to area related to Alabama history.  Please like and follow if you liked this review and pictures.

If you haven't been, you need to go! A lot of history here!!

Well organized historical items from the Opelika area and items of historical value from other places donated by people who live in Opelika/Auburn area. Everything from musical instruments to public safety as well as an old barber shop, beauty salon, typesetting equipment, Indian artifacts and more. A must see attraction nestled in historic downtown Opelika, Al. Diagonal from the Courthouse.

This is a real hometown museum. All donated items and quite eclectic. It's free and is located in the historical part of town so that after visiting you can walk around and see the sites.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNoPrice for adult entryFree

Excellent displays of Alabama and US history.  Staff is friendly, knowledgeable and gives insight into history of the area and use of the various items on display.  It's free and donations are accepted. A definite must see if you are in the area!

Travelers, this is a wonderful local history museum. We learned so much about Opelika from spending an afternoon in this museum. There is so much information packed into each space be sure not to miss anything. The museum guide when we were there was knowledgeable and gave us a tour of the museum. Go and uncover the long and glorious history of this bucolic train town. I was amazed to learn that at one time Opelika was so dangerous, way back in the 1800s, folks on the train passing through town had to duck so the folks in the downtown saloons wouldn't shoot at them. To look at the lovely downtown today you would never guess that. We recommend.

Took our granddaughter, she had a great time, she loved the old dresses on display, the  train sets, coloring station,and all. It was a great trip for her. strongly recommend taking your children to see our local history

Interesting glimpse into local History. The curators/museum keepers were very friendly, helpful, and informative. I highly recommend to younger generations to see/understand the depth of our local history.

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