Alabama Civil War Sites and Battlefields

Explore Alabama Civil War sites and battlefields with your family. The 150th anniversary of the War Between the States gives you the perfect excuse to learn more about the history of the state and its role in the conflict. And, it gives you a reason to spend quality time together on vacation or for a weekend getaway.

Make no mistake, although the bulk of the fighting was in other states there are numerous Alabama Civil War sites and battlefields. This list highlights just a few of them. Be sure to click on the links to get more information.

You'll find the town of Stevenson, Alabama about an hour southwest of Chattanooga, Tennessee. My family enjoyed our taste of a quiet simpler life when we strolled through Main Street. A history marker and museum commemorates the Stevenson Railroad Depot Museum. It is one of the Alabama Civil War sites and battlefields that is easy to overlook. If you like very small southern towns this one is worth a look.

At one time, Stevenson was the site of two major railroads. The town offered important strategic value to whichever side would control it. Helping protect the depot was Fort Harker and other Union defenses.

In 1872, a new depot would emerge from the ashes. This is now a museum with artifacts and exhibits from the Civil War and early Alabama life. Touring this Civil War site doesn't take long but getting there makes for a scenic drive from Chattanooga.

South of Cullman on Hwy. 31 is Confederate Park.This one of Alabama Civil War sites and battlefields is the site of the only home for aged Confederate veterans and their wives and widows. The site itself is just over 100 acres. It contains a museum, church, post office, trails and picnic area. An admission fee is required.

Another one of the Alabama Civil War sites and battlefields that visitors will want to visit is Brierfield Ironworks Historic State Park. This site commemorates the site of the Bibb County Ironworks Company which was famous for making iron that was used during the Civil War.

The state park has camping facilities, a lodge and other accommodations. There is a swimming pool, hiking trails and a picnic area. An entrance fee is charged.

Historic Blakeley State Park is the site of the final Civil War battle in Alabama. It is here that the importance of African-American troops cannot be overstated. About half of the Union troops involved in this battle was comprised by Hawkins' Division of Black Troops.

Today, Fort Blakeley is a historic site with interpretive exhibits, trails and camping. The 150th anniversary of one of the gravest times in American history begins in 2011. There are many Alabama Civil War sites that you won't want to miss. Find out more by contacting Alabama Tourism.