Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Renew Rentals ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://renew.rentals/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Outdoor Fun: A Summer Saturday in The Shoals](https://renew.rentals/outdoor-fun-a-summer-saturday-in-the-shoals/) - The Shoals is known to be a treasure trove of natural beauty and outdoor adventures, perfect for a day of exploration. Starting in Rogersville, you’ll make... - [What To Do On a Rainy Day in The Shoals](https://renew.rentals/what-to-do-on-a-rainy-day-in-the-shoals/) - April showers bring May flowers, they say. But what do they bring to The Shoals? Well, if you find yourself in our corner of Alabama on a rainy day, there's still plenty to see, do, and explore. While sunshine often lures visitors to outdoor adventures, The Shoals has charm that shines even when the skies - [What’s for Lunch in the Shoals?](https://renew.rentals/whats-for-lunch-in-the-shoals/) - Hungry for lunch? No worries – we've got you covered. Check out these local gems we adore for a tasty meal in the Shoals. The Shoals Shack The Shoals Shack stands as a local treasure, its diverse menu featuring burgers, sandwiches, tacos, poboys, salads, and desserts. You can't go wrong with their classic Shoals cheeseburger, - [Must-Do Holiday Activities in the Shoals: A Guide to Last-Minute Festive Cheer](https://renew.rentals/must-do-holiday-activities-in-the-shoals-a-guide-to-last-minute-festive-cheer/) - Before the season ends, make sure to check these festive activities off of your list! Get into the holiday spirit with these fun events happening in the Shoals! Christmas Movie Series at The Ritz Theatre The Ritz Theatre in Sheffield will be hosting movie nights this season featuring holiday classics. Be sure to check out - [A Girlfriend Getaway to The Shoals](https://renew.rentals/a-girlfriend-getaway-to-the-shoals/) - Nestled in the northwest corner of Alabama is a diverse collection of communities collectively known as The Shoals. The area has cemented itself in the lore of music history—its home to famed music studios where legends recorded chart-topping hits decades ago—and has even become a destination for all things outdoors thanks to its location on - [All for the Family](https://renew.rentals/all-for-the-family/) - The Shoals may have a variety of offerings and attractions to draw most any type of visitor, but a visit here is truly a family affair. This collection of communities in northwest Alabama is home to a number of museums, parks, and even dining establishments that seem to be centered on entertaining the whole family. - [A Trip for Two](https://renew.rentals/a-trip-for-two/) - A Trip for Two The Shoals makes the ideal couples getaway By Paige Townley A couple that plays together stays together, and for the ultimate adult playground in the South, look no further than The Shoals. The North Alabama region is comprised of a number of distinct and unique communities that together offer more charm, - [Be a DAY TRIPPER! Short excursions from Florence, Alabama](https://renew.rentals/e-a-day-tripper-short-excursions-from-florence-alabama/) - Your adventure in the Shoals doesn’t have to end! Whether you prefer our rich music history, beautiful downtowns, or our scenic views, you’ll never run out of ways to entertain yourself within this community. Let’s say that you have been staying at one of our amazing hotels in Lauderdale County for a few days and - [Unforgettable Scenic Drives in The Shoals](https://renew.rentals/unforgettable-scenic-drives-in-the-shoals/) - In addition to our historic attractions and local restaurants,The Shoals is a prime location for anyone wanting to get out, turn the radio up, and hit the open road. With all of our remarkable views and fall foliage, the journey is just as good as the destination. So buckle up, let’s go for a drive! - [Boutique and Unique](https://renew.rentals/boutique-and-unique/) - A fall adventure in the Shoals is something everyone should experience. This area is full of historic attractions, locally owned dining options, and scenic sites. The best way to make sure you don’t miss out on all this area has to offer is to stay awhile. Here are a few distinctive options that will make - [3 Hidden Gems to Visit this Fall in The Shoals](https://renew.rentals/3-hidden-gems-to-visit-this-fall-in-the-shoals/) - There’s no denying that the Shoals is packed with incredible history, remarkable attractions, and scenic views. Around these well-know destinations, this area holds some of Alabama’s best-kept secrets. Take a detour on your trip to The Shoals to some of these select lesser-known attractions. 1. Key Underwood Coon Dog Memorial Cemetery (Cherokee) Fun-Fact: North Alabama - [3 Instagram-worthy fall photo spots in The Shoals](https://renew.rentals/3-instagram-worthy-fall-photo-spots-in-the-shoals/) - The Shoals is full of picturesque locations perfect for photo-ops year round, but there is something unique about this location when the leaves start changing colors. The autumn months bring out the best of the outdoors all over our corner of Alabama, so we wanted to share some of the finest fall photo locations that - [9 Stops to Caffeinate Your Week copy](https://renew.rentals/9-stops-to-caffeinate-your-week-copy/) - Calling all coffee drinkers and tea connoisseurs! The Shoals area provides a variety of coffee flavors and pastries to partake from. Whether you like your coffee black, flavored, or a little coffee with your sugar, these wonderful shops do not disappoint. Not only do they offer a wide variety of beverages, but also mouth-watering baked goods. - [Spring Break in the Shoals](https://renew.rentals/spring-break-in-the-shoals/) - Spring Break is a time-honored tradition for students and families alike. This break is the perfect time to get away from the stress of studying or work life and visit somewhere new. While Spring Break began primarily as a beach vacation, alternative trips to different locations have become popularized in recent years. If you’re a - [6 Ways to Enjoy the Outdoors this Fall in The Shoals](https://renew.rentals/6-ways-to-enjoy-the-outdoors-this-fall-in-the-shoals/) - By Kate Newberry Fall is an excellent time for enjoying the outdoors in northwest Alabama – maybe the best! Because of its location in the sunny South, Alabama enjoys mild weather while folks farther north are digging out coats and snow shovels. Consider this: Even in November, the average daily high temperature is still 63 - [Celebrating Valentine’s Day in The Shoals During COVID-19](https://renew.rentals/celebrating-valentines-day-in-the-shoals-during-covid-19/) - This past year has been a wild ride, to say the least. If it has taught us anything, it's to cherish your loved ones every chance you get. While Valentine's Day (like most things) may look different this year, we've got some ideas to make it just as memorable as years past. Whether you're celebrating - [A to Z: 26 Dishes to Taste in The Shoals](https://renew.rentals/a-to-z-26-dishes-to-taste-in-the-shoals/) - Ready for the ultimate foodie challenge? The Shoals' delicious array of cuisine is waiting to be explored, and if you’re unsure where to start, this bucket list is sure to please your palate! From acai bowls to xangos, scroll on to discover 26 dishes to dig into, from A to Z. A – Acai Bowl at Turbo- Turbo - [Digital Puzzles of the Shoals](https://renew.rentals/digital-puzzles-of-the-shoals/) - Finished all the puzzles on your shelves at home? We're bringing the best of The Shoals right to you with a series of interactive digital puzzles. Experience the stunning beauty of the Rosenbaum Home, take in the music history of Muscle Shoals Sound Studios, and picture yourself soaking up the natural beauty of the Shoals - [Florence and the Shoals Frequently Asked Questions](https://renew.rentals/florence-and-the-shoals-frequently-asked-questions/) - What’s a shoal? Plus other frequently asked questions about Florence, AL and the Shoals. What is Florence, AL and the Shoals known for? Our area is best known for its place in music history. Many famous musicians, including W.C. Handy, the “Father of the Blues,” came from Florence and the Shoals. Florence, Sheffield, and Muscle Shoals - [5 Tasty Breakfast & Brunch Spots to Try](https://renew.rentals/5-tasty-breakfast-brunch-spots-to-try/) - We take breakfast and brunch seriously here in the Shoals. Find the top spots in Florence and the Shoals for breakfast and brunch. These restaurants and cafes do not mess around when it comes to the most important meal of the day. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely brunch or more quick and casual breakfast - [Tips for Staying Healthy and Having Fun](https://renew.rentals/tips-for-staying-healthy-and-having-fun/) - As we all fight against the spread of COVID-19 during this time of self-quarantine and social distancing, keep in mind there are ways to have fun, support local businesses and stay healthy in the Shoals! 1. Support local restaurants. You can do this by ordering takeout, taking advantage of curbside delivery offerings and purchasing gift cards! - [Top 6 Free Things to Do](https://renew.rentals/top-6-free-things-to-do/) - Find the top free things to do in Florence and The Shoals. Who says you can’t have fun on a budget? Looking for budget-friendly things to do in Florence and the Shoals? There are many free activities and attractions that your family can enjoy. Here are our top six picks for free things to do - [Field Trippin’ to St. Florian](https://renew.rentals/field-trippin-to-st-florian/) - This week we ventured further into Lauderdale County to check out some cool shops, eateries and meet some even cooler people! Our first stop was right off County Road 47, a charming little spot called The Mercantile Picker! The Mercantile Picker is owned by Pattie Bryan. She was there to welcome us in and tell - [How to get into the Halloween Spirit in Florence, Alabama](https://renew.rentals/how-to-get-into-the-halloween-spirit-in-florence-alabama/) - Spooky events, haunted attractions and tours are abundant this Halloween season in The Shoals! From Oktoberfest to haunted walks, there is something for everyone to get into the Halloween spirit! Check out just a few events happening throughout the month below! If you’d like to see our full October calendar of events, click here! Oktoberfest 2019 - [How to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Florence](https://renew.rentals/how-to-celebrate-st-patricks-day-in-florence/) - St. Patrick’s Day has a way of bringing out the Irish in everyone. Whether it’s celebrating at your local brewery or simply donning green to ring in the occasion, Florence has lots to do if you’re wanting to embrace the luck o’ the Irish (sorry, I had to). We’ve compiled a list of options for - [Love in the Renaissance City: Valentine's Day Date Ideas in Florence](https://renew.rentals/love-in-the-renaissance-city-valentines-day-date-ideas-in-florence/) - Valentine’s Day is upon us, and we’ve got you covered on the perfect date ideas! From daytime outings and budget-friendly options to creative activities and, of course, the best traditional suggestions to wine and dine your date in style to make the night out in Florence fun! A DATE WITH DIM SUM Valentine’s Day doesn’t - [5 ways to make 2018 your best year yet](https://renew.rentals/5-ways-to-make-2018-your-best-year-yet/) - New Year, New Blog! Here are some ways to make this year your best year yet! If you don’t have a New Year’s Resolution yet, don’t worry! This might give you a little inspiration. If you’ve already broken your New Year’s Resolution, no judgment here! You can start fresh with one of these options on - [10 North Alabama Day Trip Ideas for the Adventurous!](https://renew.rentals/10-north-alabama-day-trip-ideas-for-the-adventurous/) - 10 North Alabama Day Trip Ideas for the Adventurous! Whether you reside in North Alabama, or you’re visiting for a long weekend, you’re likely looking for some fun things to do! If you’re adventurous and ready to explore all that North Alabama has to offer, this blog is for you! Check out these 10 North - [Exploring Beautiful Northwest Alabama](https://renew.rentals/exploring-beautiful-northwest-alabama/) - Exploring Beautiful Northwest Alabama Exploring Beautiful Northwest Alabama. Follow the moon with Doug, Cathy and Maggie Mae as we travel to the Coon Dog Cemetary near Cherokee Alabama. A final resting spot for champion coondog, including Troop, who was born nearly 100 years ago and laid to rest in 1937. Just down the road was - [A Cannon Ball’s Tale](https://renew.rentals/a-cannon-balls-tale/) - By Greg Gresham North Alabama Civil War Round Table If you’ve ever been in Pope’s Tavern Museum, you might remember seeing an extremely large cannonball, much bigger than anything you will ever see at Shiloh or Corinth, the nearest two Civil War battlefield parks to Florence. It’s often displayed with a small notecard stating essentially - [George Washington Goethals and the Muscle Shoals Canal](https://renew.rentals/george-washington-goethals-and-the-muscle-shoals-canal/) - By Alana Rogers MSNHA graduate assistant Although you may not recognize his name, George Washington Goethals ranks was one of the most instrumental people who contributed to making the Shoals area what it is today. Born in New York City on June 29, 1858 (his parents had immigrated there from Belgium), Goethals worked hard to - [Commemorating Veterans Day and Jesse Owens Museum](https://renew.rentals/commemorating-veterans-day-and-jesse-owens-museum/) - By Jessie Johnson MSNHA graduate assistant Local museums are some of my favorite places to visit. I love learning about people and places I do not know much about. It makes me feel like I am connecting with that community, even if that is just for a small visit. One of the best local museums I - [MSNHA staffers attend national meeting in New England](https://renew.rentals/msnha-staffers-attend-national-meeting-in-new-england/) - By Carrie Crawford MSNHA director Growing up in New England has made me very partial to fall. While we certainly have fall in Alabama, it doesn’t quite compare to a New England fall (sorry!!). It is hard to embrace the season (wool sweaters, scarves, hot apple cider, etc.) when it is still 85 - [Leave the leaves!](https://renew.rentals/leave-the-leaves/) - By Terrence Johnson MSNHA programs coordinator Leaves are not litter. With another autumn, we’ve had the pleasure during the past few weeks to witness our leaves change color and begin blanketing our parks, gardens, and other outdoor spaces, as if to tuck us in for another impending winter’s cold. For many of us, this time - [Hidden Spaces’ Hometown Tour Guides: Wayne Kuykendall](https://renew.rentals/hidden-spaces-hometown-tour-guides-wayne-kuykendall/) - By Abraham Rowe In an effort to learn more about our communities from an insider perspective, the Muscle Shoals National Heritage Areas’s Hidden Spaces project asks folks from all across northwest Alabama to show us their hometowns. These tour guides will share details only a local would know — the lucky fishing holes, the best place to - [Wishbone Productions helped start UNA entertainment program](https://renew.rentals/wishbone-productions-helped-start-una-entertainment-program/) - By Jessie Johnson MSNHA graduate assistant The Shoals has several recording studios. Some of them are more famous than others but all have contributed to the area’s international reputation. One studio’s impact can still be felt at the University of North Alabama: Wishbone Productions & co-founder Terry Woodford pioneered UNA’s Commercial Music Program, which evolved into today’s Department - [Country music grew in 1970s](https://renew.rentals/country-music-grew-in-1970s/) - By Jessie Johnson MSNHA graduate assistant When you think about the music scene in the Shoals, you do not think of country. You might think of Aretha Franklin, Percy Sledge or the Rolling Stones. Soul music, and the musicians it inspired, have defined the Shoals recording scene, but it is not the only genre that - [Arthur Alexander early creator of ‘Muscle Shoals Sound’](https://renew.rentals/arthur-alexander-early-creator-of-muscle-shoals-sound/) - By Jessie Todd Johnson MSNHA graduate assistant What do the Beatles, the Stones & Bob Dylan all have in common? I know, what a random grouping & bizarre riddle for me to ask us regular (passive?) music listeners. I’m sure the diehard music fans knew the answer immediately & are rolling their eyes at the - [Edinburgh museums share stories](https://renew.rentals/edinburgh-museums-share-stories/) - By Jessie Todd Johnson MSNHA graduate assistant Cultural heritage in Scotland is not much different than it is here. We spent our second week in Scotland in Edinburgh, where we visited a variety of museums. The history of Edinburgh spans several hundreds of years and is full of nuances. In Edinburgh - [UNA student finds similiarities in Scotland](https://renew.rentals/una-student-finds-similiarities-in-scotland/) - By Jessie Todd Johnson MSNHA graduate assistant I had the amazing opportunity during the first two weeks of July to travel to Scotland. It was amazing partially because of how beautiful it was and the opportunities I had to learn, but also because I got to see the homeland of my ancestors. Like most people - [UNA once known as State Normal College](https://renew.rentals/una-once-known-as-state-normal-college/) - By Jessie Todd Johnson MSNHA graduate assistant Welcome to the fourth and final part of my look at the Journal of Muscle Shoals History! If you have missed the first three parts, feel free to go back & read about the history of the journal and two other article spotlights. This final - [Church histories include marginalized groups](https://renew.rentals/church-histories-include-marginalized-groups/) - By Jessie Todd Johnson MSNHA graduate assistant Hello, and welcome to the third post about the Journal of Muscle Shoals History! If you missed parts Nos. 1 and 2, be sure to go back and give them a read. The first gives basic information on the journal and the Tennessee Valley Historical Society, which published - [Sheffield’s iron industry connected to Birmingham’s](https://renew.rentals/sheffields-iron-industry-connected-to-birminghams/) - By Jessie Todd Johnson MSNHA graduate assistant Welcome back to part No. 2 of my look into the Journal of Muscle Shoals History! In part one I discussed the history of the Tennessee Valley Historical Society, which publishes the journal, and my process of digitizing all 19 volumes. This second installment focuses on an article - [MSNHA grad student digitizes history journal](https://renew.rentals/msnha-grad-student-digitizes-history-journal/) - By Jessie Todd Johnson MSNHA graduate assistant The Tennessee Valley Historical Society was established in 1923 by Frank R. King, a native of Leighton, to tell & protect Muscle Shoals-area history. The society safeguards historical landmarks, installs historical markers, hosts speakers & shares information on Facebook. TVHS also published The Journal of Muscle Shoals History - [Alabama leaders sign Operation Pollination pledge](https://renew.rentals/alabama-leaders-sign-operation-pollination-pledge/) - From Terrence Johnson MSNHA programs coordinator Alabama’s two National Heritage Areas and two Rotary Districts are working together to protect pollinators. On April 19, leaders from Rotary Districts 6860 and 6880, Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area, and Alabama Black Belt National Heritage Area signed a joint Pollinator Resolution that simply states two - [Old Railroad Bridge spans more than 100 years of history](https://renew.rentals/old-railroad-bridge-spans-more-than-100-years-of-history/) - By Clayton Davis MSNHA historic preservationist When driving across the O’Neil Memorial Bridge to cross between Florence and Sheffield, observers will notice an old iron railroad bridge sitting off to the side. Long since decommissioned for everyday use, the remaining portion of the bridge extending from the southern bank of the Tennessee River is just - [Who was George Colbert?](https://renew.rentals/who-was-george-colbert/) - By Jessie Todd Johnson MSNHA graduate assistant Colbert is a well-known name in northwestern Alabama — for most people, “Colbert County” is the obvious connection — but how much do know about him? To be completely transparent, I knew next to nothing — even nothing – about him until this past semester when I took - [Helen Keller’s story extends beyond the water pump](https://renew.rentals/helen-kellers-story-extends-beyond-the-water-pump/) - By Jessie Todd Johnson MSNHA graduate student Alabama does Helen Keller a disservice. We overlook how interesting and witty she was by focusing only on her “Miracle Worker” roots. I remember first learning about Keller during fourth grade at Valley Intermediate School, and — surprise — we discussed her hometown and teacher. Our school taught us - [NHAs celebrate bill passage in D.C.](https://renew.rentals/nhas-celebrate-bill-passage-in-d-c/) - By Carrie Crawford MSNHA director In February, I traveled to Washington, D.C., for the annual Alliance of National Heritage Areas meeting. (Well, it was an annual meeting in Washington until COVID-19. We took a break from in-person for a few years, meeting over Zoom instead.) This trip is one of my favorites that I get - [RiverLine Summit highlights successes and plans](https://renew.rentals/riverline-summit-highlights-successes-and-plans/) - By Terrence “T.J.” Johnson MSNHA program coordinator My introduction to the Tennessee River came on my first evening in the Shoals (and the South). Driving along the Natchez Trace, I passed over the Tennessee River by Colbert’s Ferry at sunset. I had never seen so much water outside of along the Pacific coast. The river’s - [(In)famous Union general crosses river at Waterloo](https://renew.rentals/infamous-union-general-crosses-river-at-waterloo/) - By Jordan Collier Assistant Genealogy and Local History Librarian Florence-Lauderdale Public Library Here’s a Civil War trivia question for you: Which (in)famous Union general crossed the Tennessee River at Waterloo in November 1863? (Hint — He became famous later in the war for “[making] Georgia howl” (those are his own words). Answer: William Tecumseh Sherman - [Decatur’s Old Town holds community stories](https://renew.rentals/decaturs-old-town-holds-community-stories/) - By Brian Corrigan MSNHA consultant When I was a child growing up in the nearby Shoals, Decatur was synonymous with the Point Mallard water park. But it turns out the River City has a rich and storied history, having survived occupation and near-total destruction by Union troops during the Civil War. During the 1930s, after - [MSNHA staffers attend Colorado conference](https://renew.rentals/msnha-staffers-attend-colorado-conference/) - MSNHA staffers attend Colorado conference By Becky Tsilis MSNHA office assistant & League of Outdoor Women leaderIn early October, MSNHA staff members Carrie Crawford, TJ Johnson and I traveled to the 2022 Alliance of National Heritage Areas Fall Conference in Alamosa, Colorado. Each year, a conference is held in the fall and spring and hosted - [Where was Baugh, Kennedy, & Co., aka Lauderdale Factory?](https://renew.rentals/where-was-baugh-kennedy-co-aka-lauderdale-factory/) - By Jordan Collier Assistant Genealogy and Local History Librarian Florence-Lauderdale Public Library It may come as a surprise that industry in antebellum Lauderdale County was remarkably advanced and diversified. Abundant streams such as Cypress Creek, Shoal Creek & Bluewater enabled the development of water-powered mills of a variety of sizes and purposes. Virtually every stream - [Tennessee RiverLine holds inaugural partnership paddle](https://renew.rentals/tennessee-riverline-holds-inaugural-partnership-paddle/) - From the Tennessee RiverLine Tennessee RiverLine partners from across the region, including representatives of Tennessee RiverTowns communities & organizations from Alabama, Tennessee and Kentucky, gathered in The Shoals, Sept. 14-15, for the first-ever Tennessee RiverLine Partnership Paddle. This year’s Partnership Paddle was the first event of its kind. It was developed as an opportunity for - [MSNHA staff recommends best places to enjoy fall — part No. 2](https://renew.rentals/msnha-staff-recommends-best-places-to-enjoy-fall-part-no-2/) - Fall is a favorite season around the MSNHA office, and staff members love sharing their favorite spots: From Becky Tsilis, MSNHA office assistant & League of Outdoor Women leader — Our family moved to Florence in October 2015 so exploring the MSNHA in fall is near and dear to my heart. All of our favorite - [MSNHA staffers share fall favorites](https://renew.rentals/msnha-staffers-share-fall-favorites/) - There’s nothing we love more than north Alabama in the fall. Whether we’re hiking, kayaking, out taking photos or cuddled up at home with some hot cider, we know all the best spots for enjoying autumn in the Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area — and, lucky for you, we’re not keeping them to ourselves. Here - [MSNHA paddler reflects on Tennessee River trip](https://renew.rentals/msnha-paddler-reflects-on-tennessee-river-trip/) - Carrie kindly whispered, “TJ, you’re holding your paddle upside down.” I sheepishly accepted her correction, still enthralled by my first community paddle and Tennessee River experience, with no inkling of the adventures along its length I would enjoy less than a year later. The idea for my river journey began in Knoxville, Tennessee, at the - [The Most Useful Tree: Memory, Landscape and The American Chestnut — Part No. 2](https://renew.rentals/the-most-useful-tree-memory-landscape-and-the-american-chestnut-part-no-2/) - W hile the story of the chestnut blight has been told in many ways and in many places, a quick overview of what happened to the giants of the eastern forests is key to understanding the work of The American Chestnut Foundation and the significance of chestnut stories. This story begins in 1904 in the - [The Most Useful Tree: Memory, Landscape and The American Chestnut — Part No. 1](https://renew.rentals/the-most-useful-tree-memory-landscape-and-the-american-chestnut-part-no-1/) - By Carolyn M. Barske Crawford Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area/The University of North Alabama “We really didn’t talk about the chestnut very much. The chestnut was always there and we never thought it would not be a part of our lives…I can recall picking up chestnuts with my father on the Black Moshannon State Park - [Wheeler Refuge trail honors dedicated superintendent](https://renew.rentals/wheeler-refuge-trail-honors-dedicated-superintendent/) - By Dixie Norwood MSNHA graduate assistant True to my word, I decided to take a little time during Spring Break to write on one of the nature trails located at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge. Here you go: When I was probably 3 or 4 years old, my family took a camping vacation to one of the - [LOW coordinator offers tips for hiking safely](https://renew.rentals/low-coordinator-offers-tips-for-hiking-safely/) - By Sarah Harbin League of Outdoor Women coordinator At the Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area, we want everyone to get outside and enjoy all the beautiful scenery the six counties have to offer. However, we also want you to remain safe and well while doing so. In this post we will cover some basic outdoor - [Exploring connects special memories with new places](https://renew.rentals/exploring-connects-special-memories-with-new-places/) - By Dixie Norwood MSNHA graduate assistant For this post, I wanted to go outside my comfort zone and write about a place that has become a nature enthusiast’s dream here in northwest Alabama. If you know me — and I hope that after reading this, you’ll find yourself a bit more familiar with me — you - [Village School Foundation & MSNHA volunteers work to restore historic building](https://renew.rentals/village-school-foundation-msnha-volunteers-work-to-restore-historic-building/) - By Terrence Johnson MSNHA programs coordinator Join us as we help restore the schoolhouse/community center of U.S. Nitrate Plant Village One, in Sheffield! In 1916 & in preparation for the coming world war, Pres. Woodrow Wilson authorized two nitrate plants — nitrate is used in munitions — and a hydropower dam to run them to - [Civil War soldier writes obituary for his friend](https://renew.rentals/civil-war-soldier-writes-obituary-for-his-friend/) - By Greg Gresham North Alabama Civil War Round Table On June 6, 1895, one Henry Newton Pharr sat down in his home at Lagrange, Arkansas, to write a tribute to a recently departed friend & fellow engineer Robert Linah Cobb. He had learned of Cobb’s death in the June 4 issue of the Memphis Commercial - [Exploring the Foster family archives at UNA, Part 3](https://renew.rentals/exploring-the-foster-family-archives-at-una-part-3/) - By Torey Badar MSNHA graduate student Note: This is the third in a series of blog posts about the “Sallie Independence Foster Collection, 1835-1889,” at the University of North Alabama Archives & Special Collections, part of Collier Library. Torey Badar is a public-history graduate student at UNA. Information in this post comes from the UNA Archives. Another Civil - [Exploring the Foster family archives at UNA, Part 2](https://renew.rentals/exploring-the-foster-family-archives-at-una-part-2/) - By Torey Badar MSNHA graduate student Note: This is the second in a series of blog posts about the “Sallie Independence Foster Collection, 1835-1889,” at the University of North Alabama Archives & Special Collections, part of Collier Library. Torey Badar is a public-history graduate student at UNA. Information in this post comes from the UNA Archives. One Civil - [Exploring the Foster family archives at UNA](https://renew.rentals/exploring-the-foster-family-archives-at-una/) - By Torey Badar MSNHA graduate student Note: This is the first in a series of blog posts about the “Sallie Independence Foster Collection, 1835-1889,” at the University of North Alabama Archives & Special Collections, part of Collier Library. Torey Badar is a public-history graduate student at UNA. Information in this post comes from the UNA Archives. George Washington - [Give the gift of outdoors recreation](https://renew.rentals/give-the-gift-of-outdoors-recreation/) - By Terrance Johnson MSNHA grad student & outdoor-recreation consultant Help us outfit the next generation of adventurers in Northwest Alabama. At the Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area, we believe some of our greatest experiences happen in the outdoors. Giving access to those spaces is the best gift we can give this holiday season. Researchers tell us - [A haunting prediction comes true](https://renew.rentals/a-haunting-prediction-comes-true/) - By Dixie Norwood MSNHA graduate assistant As we begin the month of October, storytellers throughout the MSNHA dust off their tales of the weird & spooky. But do you know the story of the most feared criminal in Lauderdale County? It’s a good one. During the 1870s, residents of Florence were terrified of a criminal - [Capt. Mock remembers Civil War adventure — Part I](https://renew.rentals/capt-mock-remembers-civil-war-adventure-part-i/) - By Greg Gresham North Alabama Civil War Round Table Recently, I wrote a couple of Civil War era articles about the “Hidden Ford” on Shoal Creek. Though the combat described in the article was essentially a widespread skirmish, it could have been a bloodbath as an outnumbered Union cavalry brigade fought a series of delaying actions, - [Grandmother’s skillet leads to history lesson](https://renew.rentals/grandmothers-skillet-leads-to-history-lesson/) - By Dixie Norwood MSNHA graduate assistant Did you know that there was a cast iron foundry in the Shoals? In 1905, brothers W.H. and Charles Martin were salesmen for King Hardware Company, out of Atlanta. After traveling through northwest Alabama, the brothers decided it was perfect for company expansion. They persuaded the owners of King - [Rosenbaum House attracts international visitors](https://renew.rentals/rosenbaum-house-attracts-international-visitors/) - By Dixie Norwood MSNHA graduate assistant Did you know that Florence is home to one of the 60 Usonian structures designed by innovative 20th-century architect Frank Lloyd Wright? The Rosenbaum House, located on Riverview Drive overlooking the Tennessee River, has been noted to be the best example of Usonian architecture. It is the only Wright-designed - [Civil War soldiers make perilous escapes across the Muscle Shoals](https://renew.rentals/civil-war-soldiers-make-perilous-escapes-across-the-muscle-shoals/) - By Greg Gresham North Alabama Civil War Round Table MSNHA note: This post includes contemporary Civil War accounts using language we consider offensive today. We have many Civil War stories about the challenges of crossing the swift Tennessee River in the Shoals area–stories that remind us of once strong & powerful shoals. In one instance, - [Hawkins part of Muscle Shoals story](https://renew.rentals/hawkins-part-of-muscle-shoals-story/) - By Brian Corrigan MSNHA music-preservation consultant Muscle Shoals music marked another tragic milestone last week with the passing of Swampers drummer Roger Hawkins. Born in Indiana, in 1945, Hawkins moved to the Shoals with his parents as a child and got his start in the music business playing drums on the regional fraternity circuit. As - [Exploring the ‘Hidden Ford’](https://renew.rentals/exploring-the-hidden-ford/) - By Greg Gresham North Alabama Civil War Round Table A few weeks ago, I wrote about the skirmish that pitted Union Cavalry, under Gen. Datus Coon against generals Frank Armstrong & Abraham Buford’s Confederate cavalry in the Butler Creek Valley, at its junction with Shoal Creek. This skirmish took place shortly before the Confederate Army - [Fill your buckets with travel](https://renew.rentals/fill-your-buckets-with-travel/) - By Debbie Wilson Executive director, Muscle Shoals Sound Studio What a year! Everything slowed down or came to a standstill all over the world. But not the music. Music continued to be created, listened to and loved. COVID-19 did not take away our love for music or the desire to pour our hearts out in - [Local historian discovers ‘hidden’ Civil War ford](https://renew.rentals/local-historian-discovers-hidden-civil-war-ford/) - By Greg Gresham North Alabama Civil War Round Table Often, while researching period documents of the Civil War, one finds names of towns, creeks, landmarks, etc. that don’t match their current names. Roads used during that time become abandoned, perhaps forgotten, and trying to retrace old events becomes difficult and sometimes impossible. - [Women integral part of MSNHA history](https://renew.rentals/women-integral-part-of-msnha-history/) - By Julia McGee M.A. in public history from the University of North Alabama, December, 2019 Former MSNHA graduate assistant (Text from “Women of the Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area”) The history of U.S. women has been one of struggle, opportunity & success. Here in the MSNHA women have contributed in many ways to the development - [Jesse Owens was northwest Alabama native](https://renew.rentals/jesse-owens-was-northwest-alabama-native/) - By Dixie Norwood MSNHA graduate assistant Did you know that an Olympic winner was born here in northwest Alabama? That future Olympic athlete and winner, named Jesse Owens, was born Sept. 12, 1913, in Oakville, to Henry and Emma Owens. As a small child, Jesse suffered from bronchial issues that caused him to be sick for much of his childhood. - [First black high school built on Civil War site](https://renew.rentals/first-black-high-school-built-on-civil-war-site/) - By Dixie Norwood MSNHA graduate assistant Did you know that a Civil War fort became the site of the first accredited high school for African Americans? In 1862, while Union forces occupied Athens, it was determined that a fort was needed in Limestone County. The fort, designed to be a five-sided fortification, was completed by the 110th U.S. Colored - [‘Father of the Blues’ born in Florence](https://renew.rentals/father-of-the-blues-born-in-florence/) - By Dixie Norwood MSNHA graduate assistant Did you know that the “Father of the Blues” was born and raised right in the heart of the Shoals area? William Christopher Handy was born in 1873 in Florence. As a young child, he seemed to have a talent for music, but his family and his church disapproved of this - [What did editor Charles L. Wheler know about the local Know-Nothing party? Apparently not much.](https://renew.rentals/what-did-editor-charles-l-wheler-know-about-the-local-know-nothing-party-apparently-not-much/) - By Lee FreemanFlorence-Lauderdale Public Library,Local History-Genealogy Department Throughout the late 1820s and 1830s, there was pressure on the Alabama legislature to abolish slavery, with Quaker agents buying cotton that wasn’t produced by slave labor for a higher cost. There is anecdotal evidence of eight abolitionist societies in north Alabama in 1832, including one in Florence. - [UFOs reported in Shoals in 1947](https://renew.rentals/ufos-reported-in-shoals-in-1947/) - By Lee FreemanFlorence-Lauderdale Public Library,Local History-Genealogy Department “The Truth is Out There” was the tagline of hit TV show “The X-Files,” in which FBI agent Fox Mulder (David Ducovny) and his skeptical partner Dana Scully (Gillian Anderson) investigated the alleged alien abduction of Mulder’s 8 year-old sister Samantha. The pair searched for answers to Samantha’s - [Christmas keepsakes bring family memories](https://renew.rentals/christmas-keepsakes-bring-family-memories/) - By Jeffrey R. Bibbee, Ph.D Over the last several months, I have had a chance to tackle those pesky home improvement projects – cleaning out the junk drawers, tackling the garage and reorganizing the basement. You learn a lot about yourself during these exercises. How sentimental are you? What did you not throw out the - [Henry Ford envisioned Muscle Shoals as manufacturing center](https://renew.rentals/henry-ford-envisioned-muscle-shoals-as-manufacturing-center/) - By Dixie Norwood MSNHA graduate assistant Could you imagine Muscle Shoals becoming the “Detroit of the South”? Well, this almost occurred. Just before the end of World War I, two nitrate plants were completed on the Tennessee River. Their purpose was extracting nitrate to produce explosives, but they were also used to manufacture fertilizer. Starting in the early 1920s, a political battle - [Bankhead offers outdoor-recreation opportunities](https://renew.rentals/bankhead-offers-outdoor-recreation-opportunities/) - By Carrie Crawford Direction, Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area Within the six counties (Colbert, Franklin, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Limestone and Morgan) that make up the MSNHA, recreational opportunities abound! Because of the COVID-19 situation, many of us are staying close to home. What a great opportunity to get out and explore our parks. We love the new mountain biking trail at Joe - [Restored gardens enhance Alabama historic houses](https://renew.rentals/restored-gardens-enhance-alabama-historic-houses/) - By Tori Shaw, MSNHA graduate assistant When you buy an historic home, perhaps the most significant challenge is the process of restoration. When we think of restoring historic homes, however, seldom do we consider extending those efforts into the landscape surrounding the home. If you’re wondering how a bunch of grass and plants could possibly - [Exploring the history of your own house](https://renew.rentals/exploring-the-history-of-your-own-house/) - By Tori Shaw MSNHA graduate assistant Whether you are simply interested in finding the date it was built or you hope to uncover the full history of your home, there are a variety of resources at your disposal. 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It is possible that I could jet off to an exotic tropical location or a luxurious European capital - [Archives commit to inclusivity](https://renew.rentals/archives-commit-to-inclusivity/) - By Tori Shaw, MSNHA graduate student On June 23, the Alabama Department of Archives and History released a statement formally acknowledging and addressing its role in excluding Black Alabamians from the archive. This is especially significant given that the ADAH was the first state-funded archive to be established in the South. [1] Historian W. Fitzhugh Brundage - [Florence is a 200-year-old international community](https://renew.rentals/florence-is-a-200-year-old-international-community/) - By Lee Freeman Florence-Lauderdale Public Library, Local History-Genealogy Department It’s easy nowadays to think of Florence as an international community, especially with the many international students who attend the University of North Alabama. But it might surprise you to know that almost from its beginning, Florence was an international community. Left, Irish immigrant John Andrew - [Textiles vital in MSNHA history](https://renew.rentals/textiles-vital-in-msnha-history/) - By Carrie Barske Crawford, Ph.D. Director, Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area I grew up in what was once a thriving textile mill town in Connecticut, though by the time I lived there almost all of the mills had shut their doors. The enormous brick buildings with their floor to ceiling windows stood empty, either empty and - [A Wedding in 1882 at Belle Mont](https://renew.rentals/a-wedding-in-1882-at-belle-mont/) - Today, Belle Mont Mansion is often a beautiful setting for weddings and bridal portraiture, but what would a wedding be like in the late 1800s? To discover, we turn to The North Alabamian newspaper (editor A.H. Keller), publised in Tuscumbia, on Nov. 24, 1882. Col. and Mrs. Gus A. Henry (Ella Winston), according to the - [Archives internship teaches many lessons](https://renew.rentals/archives-internship-teaches-many-lessons/) - By Julia McGee Former MSNHA graduate assistant In the summer of 2019, I interned at the Lawrence County Archives, in Moulton–and learned much more than I was prepared for. To complete the University of North Alabama’s master of arts in public history requirements, I needed 140 internship hours at a credible institution. As I pondered - [Local black history part of group’s focus](https://renew.rentals/local-black-history-part-of-groups-focus/) - From Project Say Something The mission of Project Say Something is to confront racial injustice through black history by using communication, education and community empowerment to reconcile the past with the present. Recognizing that black history was under-represented in the historical markers and the cultural resources in the Shoals, PSS developed a project to serve - [Holistic medicine–an alternative way to think about your health](https://renew.rentals/holistic-medicine-an-alternative-way-to-think-about-your-health/) - By Vicki Goldston Founder, “Golden Spices Magazine” Forty-plus years ago, we discovered a medical philosophy that invited us to connect, rather than dissect, our techniques for healing. That approach is holistic medicine, which says that mind & body & spirit are not separate but influence each other and affect our total well-being. Dr. Deborah Carter, naturopathic - [Songwriter opens writing & performing venue](https://renew.rentals/songwriter-opens-writing-performing-venue/) - By Lillian Glanton Founder, Muscle Shoals Song Rooms Event coordinator, Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival I was 17 years old and looking at myself in a mirror when I said, “I want to be the future of Muscle Shoals music.” I have always had a heart for the Shoals and knew I was made to make - [Freedmen’s Public School opens in 1866 in Florence](https://renew.rentals/freedmens-public-school-opens-in-1866-in-florence/) - By Lee Freeman, Florence-Lauderdale Public Library, Local History-Genealogy Department NOTE: This article quotes language from contemporary newspapers, documents, reports and letters that was commonly used at the time but today we consider to be racist and offensive. On Jan. 24, 1867, Scottish immigrant and Florence educator Dr. David R. 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We gather on the - [Oka Kapassa–Return to Coldwater](https://renew.rentals/oka-kapassa-return-to-coldwater/) - By Seth Armstrong MSNHA Native American Heritage Consultant Spring Park returns to its roots as a place of gathering for Native Americans and Alabamians during the annual Oka Kapassa Festival–a two-day event in September celebrating Native American tribes originally from the Southeast and other areas of the United States. In Chickasaw, Oka Kapassa means “cold - [Shoals music scene mourns loss of iconic songwriter](https://renew.rentals/shoals-music-scene-mourns-loss-of-iconic-songwriter/) - By Brian Corrigan MSNHA historic-preservation consultant Photos by Dick Cooper, used with permission Beloved Shoals-based musician and songwriter Donnie Fritts, a pioneer of “country soul” whose songs have been recorded by hundreds of major artists, died Tuesday, Aug. 27, at the age of 76. 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Enjoy the community pool, nearby restaurants and attractions, and a cozy space designed to help you unwind after - [NBC Co](https://renew.rentals/listing/private-1br-cottage-w-patio-workspace/) - Modern studio with 12-ft ceilings in the quiet Garden District/Cloverdale location—perfect for traveling professionals or military. Queen bed, large closet, full kitchen, walk-in shower, 65" Smart TV, workspace, and in-unit washer/dryer. Smart-lock check-in. Private patio + parking for 2. Located behind the main house (also a mid-term rental), offering a private, peaceful setting. Minutes to - [Frederick Heights](https://renew.rentals/listing/3br-1b-garden-district-spacious-upstairs-retreat-2/) - Quiet, spacious upstairs unit in Montgomery’s Historic Garden District—perfect for traveling professionals. Private, comfortable, and fully equipped with kitchen essentials, strong WiFi, and central air. Convenient to downtown, hospitals, and everything you need for an easy stay. KEY FEATURES • 3 bedrooms – sleeps up to 6 guests • 1 full bathroom • Fully equipped - [Brevard](https://renew.rentals/listing/brevard-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - Settle into this spacious 3BR/2BA Montgomery retreat designed for both work and play. Challenge friends in the game room, knock out emails in the private office, then unwind in the fully fenced backyard—perfect for kids or pets. With comfortable furnishings and everything you need for longer stays, you’ll enjoy easy access to dining, shopping, and - [Vanderbilt](https://renew.rentals/listing/vanderbilt-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is designed for both productivity and relaxation. Get focused in the large, office with standing desks, then unwind in the sparkling pool or brand-NEW hot tub. When it’s time to play, enjoy a Nintendo Switch and Xbox with games, plus a dartboard—perfect for families, longer stays, and work-from-home travelers. Conveniently - [Frederick (Downstairs)](https://renew.rentals/listing/frederick-downstairs-2/) - Charming 2BR/2BA in the historic Garden District. Close to hospitals, Maxwell AFB, downtown dining, and local attractions. This fully furnished home offers comfortable bedrooms and bathrooms, a stocked kitchen, high-speed Wi-Fi, and laundry. Safe neighborhood with classic Southern charm makes it perfect for traveling medical staff, military families, or visitors seeking a central and cozy - [Hideaway House](https://renew.rentals/listing/hideaway-house/) - Step into your private retreat in Montgomery's Historic Garden District. This 1BR/1BA studio is a perfect blend of comfort and convenience, offering a quiet, independent stay just moments from the city's key destinations. Ideal for travel nurses, military personnel, and professionals seeking a peaceful and productive home base. You're just minutes from Maxwell AFB, all - [Aberdeen](https://renew.rentals/listing/aberdeen-2/) - Welcome to your Montgomery getaway! This 4BR/2BA retreat is perfect for families and groups. Lounge by the pool, unwind in the hot tub beneath the stars, or share stories by the firepit. Enjoy morning coffee on the patio, then head inside for pool table matches while the kids take turns on Pac-Man. Conveniently near Eastchase - [Clover's Cove](https://renew.rentals/listing/clovers-cove-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - Walk to the beach in minutes and skip the hassle of parking—this cozy 1BR is built for low-stress stays. Perfect for couples or small families seeking an affordable Gulf Shores escape. Grab essentials next door at Pier 33 Grocery—no extra trips—while restaurants and attractions are minutes away. Fast WiFi for streaming or work, self check-in - [Bell Rd Retreat](https://renew.rentals/listing/bell-rd-retreat-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - Bell Rd Retreat is a beautifully designed 4-bed, 2.5-bath home in the heart of Montgomery. Perfect for up to 6 guests, it features a spacious master bedroom with a king-sized bed, private patio, and seating area. Enjoy modern comforts with a fully equipped kitchen, bright living areas, and ample space for relaxation. Located near AUM, - [JW's Place](https://renew.rentals/listing/jws-place-2-2/) - JW’s Place: Cozy 2-bed, 1-bath home—ideal for vacationers, couples, fishing groups, and travel professionals. Tranquil retreat or convenient home base for adventures! Shore power. Nearby attractions: Shoals Conference Center (1 mi) Pickwick Lake (3 mi) Sportsplex (4 mi) Muscle Shoals Reservation Boat Ramp (5 mi) Rosenbaum House (2.8 mi) W.C. Handy Cabin and Museum (4.8 - [Halcyon Oasis](https://renew.rentals/listing/halcyon-oasis-pooldog-friendly-close-to-eastchase-2/) - Private 4BR home with pool + outdoor hang space minutes from Eastchase. Perfect for families and groups looking to relax, reconnect, and enjoy time together. Spend your days in the pool, grill and watch the game on the patio, then unwind by the firepit at night—all without leaving. Located 1 mile from Eastchase shopping and - [NBC](https://renew.rentals/listing/nbc/) - Discover Your Home in Montgomery, AL! Welcome to our beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home, perfect for short and mid-term stays. Centrally located, our cozy retreat is minutes from Maxwell AFB, Baptist South, historic downtown, and other attractions. Enjoy modern amenities, a full kitchen, and plush bedding. We are dog-friendly, so your furry friend is welcome, - [Near Holiday World & Owensboro, The Little House](https://renew.rentals/listing/near-holiday-world-owensboro-the-little-house-2-2/) - The Little House is a charming 2-BR, 1-bath retreat, ideal for family vacations or romantic getaways. Nestled in a peaceful location, this cozy home offers easy access to local attractions: Lincoln Pioneer Village and Museum – 0.3 miles Downtown Owensboro – 10 miles Bluegrass Hall of Fame – 11 miles Newburgh, IN – 21 miles - [Waylon’s Place](https://renew.rentals/listing/waylons-place/) - Waylon’s Place is the perfect place for vacays, romantic getaways & long stays! This classy 2bed-1ba home is a hidden gem perched on the downtown perimeter, providing easy access to I-85 & all Montgomery has to offer. The home is located close to: Crampton Bowl (.2 mi) Montgomery White Water (2mi) Riverwalk Stadium (1mi) MPAC - [Emma B's Place](https://renew.rentals/listing/emma-bs-place-2-2-2-2/) - Emma B’s Place, a cozy 2 bed 1 bath dog-friendly home, is the perfect place for vacationers & travel professionals. Guests rave about the great location, comfy beds, personalized touches and our world-class service! Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to relax or the perfect homebase from which to launch your next adventure, Emma - [Madden's Cottage](https://renew.rentals/listing/maddens-cottage-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - Madden’s Cottage is a cozy, comfortable stay in Florence—perfect for a short getaway or work trip. Relax in the living area with a smart TV, cook meals in the fully equipped kitchen, and unwind on the front porch. The bedroom features a comfortable queen bed, with a queen air bed available upon request. Off-street boat - [Close to town & Shoals Area](https://renew.rentals/listing/close-to-town-shoals-area-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - Welcome to Hatch Haven in the Shoals near Pickwick Lake. Hatch Haven: private 3-bedroom duplex in the Shoals, just a short 10-minute drive to Pickwick Lake. Comfortably sleeps 6. Features a fenced backyard, convenient boat parking with shore power, fast Wi-Fi, and a full kitchen. This dog-friendly retreat is perfect for lake adventures, family getaways, - [Eastside Bungalow](https://renew.rentals/listing/eastside-bungalow-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - A cozy spot during your stay for work, transition, or leisure? The Eastside Bungalow is the perfect match, just 4 blocks from the North Alabama Medical Center! Nestled in a developing neighborhood, it offers a full kitchen including a drip coffee maker (we supply the coffee), living/dining area, bath w/shower, Smart TV, Wi-Fi, and dogs - [The A-Frame](https://renew.rentals/listing/the-a-frame-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - A-FRAME CHARACTER • Classic A-frame design with soaring ceilings, exposed beams & oversized front windows • Open main living space → cook, eat and hang out together without separating the group • Eclectic pop-culture artwork → gives the cabin a fun personality of its own • Loft + signature triangle window → classic A-frame character - [Halcyon Oasis](https://renew.rentals/listing/halcyon-oasis-pooldog-friendly-close-to-eastchase-3/) - KEY FEATURES • 4 bedrooms – sleeps up to 8 guests • 2 full bathrooms, including 1 with large walk-in shower • Fully equipped kitchen + breakfast nook (table w/ seating for 4) • Dining room with seating for 6 guests • Living area with Smart TV + board games • Washer & Dryer • - [Cloverdale Home | Walk to Food, Parks & Pubs](https://renew.rentals/listing/cloverdale-home-walk-to-food-parks-pubs/) - 3BR Cloverdale house with large modern kitchen. Three bedrooms upstairs, two walk-in-shower bathrooms, sleeps up to 8. Hardwood floors, huge kitchen with copper counters and stainless appliances, bonus room workspace, washer/dryer, AC, Wi‑Fi, fireplace, fenced yard, covered patio, fire pit, BBQ, pet-friendly, driveway + street parking. Walk to Cloverdale Bottom Park, multiple local restaurants, Cloverdale ## Things to do - [Test: Kayak](https://renew.rentals/things-to-do-location/test-kayak/) - This is a small paragraph should concisely describe the things to do and is about this long, anything more than this paragraph will make the box look overcrowded. - [Test: Yacht](https://renew.rentals/things-to-do-location/test-yacht/) - This is a small paragraph should concisely describe the things to do and is about this long, anything more than this paragraph will make the box look overcrowded. - [Test: Golf](https://renew.rentals/things-to-do-location/test-golf/) - This is a small paragraph should concisely describe the things to do and is about this long, anything more than this paragraph will make the box look overcrowded. ## Experiences - [Montgomery Riverwalk Stadium](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/montgomery-riverwalk-stadium/) - Montgomery Riverwalk Stadium is the home of the Montgomery Biscuits of the Southern League. The minor league baseball ballpark opened in Montgomery, Alabama in 2004. - [The Hank Williams Museum](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/the-hank-williams-museum/) - Tribute to the country star with memorabilia, instruments, iconic clothing & personal artifacts. - [Alabama Safari Park](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/alabama-safari-park/) - Interact with our animals safely from your vehicle while exploring our 350-acre drive-thru safari, on foot walking through our village walk-about - [Riverfront Park](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/riverfront-park/) - Riverboat rides, concerts, baseball & boating are among the attractions at this riverside compound. - [Rosa Parks Museum](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/rosa-parks-museum/) - The Rosa Parks Museum is located on the Troy University at Montgomery satellite campus, in Montgomery, Alabama. It has information, exhibits, and some artifacts from the 1955 Montgomery bus boycott. - [First Whitehouse of the Confederacy](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/first-whitehouse-of-the-confederacy/) - The First White House of the Confederacy is a historic house in Montgomery, Alabama, which was the initial executive residence of President of the Confederate States of America Jefferson Davis and family during early 1861. - [Civil Rights Memorial](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/civil-rights-memorial/) - The Civil Rights Memorial is an American memorial in Montgomery, Alabama, created by Maya Lin. - [National Memorial for Peace & Justice](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/national-memorial-for-peace-justice/) - The National Memorial for Peace and Justice, informally known as the National Lynching Memorial, - [The Legacy Museum](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/the-legacy-museum/) - The Legacy Museum: From Enslavement to Mass Incarceration is a museum in Montgomery, - [Montgomery Performing Arts Center](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/montgomery-performing-arts-center/) - Local & traveling artists grace the stage at this sleek auditorium located at the Renaissance Hotel. - [Ravello](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/ravello/) - 36 Commerce Street, Montgomery, AL 36104 | (334) 356 - 2852 | Tues - Sat 4:30PM -10PM. Fine Dining and Event Website by BWS Internet Marketing Services. - [Montgomery Whitewater Park](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/montgomery-whitewater-park/) - Montgomery Whitewater is Alabama’s premier outdoor destination, inviting all ages to be outside, challenge themselves, discover new activities, - [ROMP Bluegrass Festiva](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/romp-bluegrass-festiva/) - ROMP Music Festival continues to showcase its dedication to presenting the best in bluegrass and roots music. - [Yellow Creek Park](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/yellow-creek-park/) - [Pepper’s Ridge Winery](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/peppers-ridge-winery/) - In August 2012, one vintner's dreams became reality when Pepper's Ridge Winery opened its doors. - [Smothers Park](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/smothers-park/) - Park with a water-play area & a playground, plus 3 signature fountains with a show every 15 minutes. - [Holiday Drive-in Theatre](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/holiday-drive-in-theatre/) - Decades-old, cash-only drive-in offers 5 outdoor screens for summertime movies, plus snack bars. - [Lincoln Pioneer Village & Museum](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/lincoln-pioneer-village-museum/) - Lincoln Pioneer Village is a memorial along the Ohio River in Rockport, Spencer County, Indiana to President Abraham Lincoln who lived in the county - [Holiday World Amusement Park](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/holiday-world-amusement-park/) - Holiday World & Splashin' Safari, formerly named Santa Claus Land, is a theme park and water park located in Santa Claus, Indiana, United States - [Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/bluegrass-music-hall-of-fame-museum/) - The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum is a bluegrass music museum in Owensboro, Kentucky, United States. - [First Friday](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/first-friday/) - Downtown Florence Alliance was formed in December 2018 from two organizations: Downtown Florence Unlimited and Florence Main Street. - [Wichahpi Commemorative Stone Wall](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/wichahpi-commemorative-stone-wall/) - In northwest Alabama, Tom Hendrix has been building a stone wall for over 30 years in memory of his great-great-grandmother's journey. - [Coon Dog Cemetery](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/coon-dog-cemetery/) - The Key Underwood Coon Dog Memorial Graveyard is a specialized and restricted pet cemetery and memorial in rural Colbert County - [Rattlesnake Saloon](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/rattlesnake-saloon/) - This land has been in the family since 1916 when Owen Foster, bought the first track of a 6000-acre plot of land for 25 cents an acre - [Pickwick Lake](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/pickwick-lake/) - Pickwick Lake runs 50 miles from Wilson Dam in Florence, AL to Pickwick Dam in Tennessee. When the lake is full during the summer, - [Robert Trent Jones Golf Course](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/robert-trent-jones-golf-course/) - The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at The Shoals is home to two 18-hole championship courses and sits high above Wilson Lake on the Tennessee River. - [Helen Keller Home & Birthplace](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/helen-keller-home-birthplace/) - Helen Adams Keller was born a healthy child on June 27, 1880, to Captain Arthur H. and Kate Adams Keller of Tuscumbia. - [Fame Recording Studio](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/fame-recording-studio/) - FAME Studios is a recording studio located at 603 East Avalon Avenue in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, an area of northern Alabama known as the Shoals - [Montgomery Zoo](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/montgomery-zoo/) - Explore the wonders of the animal kingdom at the Montgomery Zoo, home to a diverse array of species from around the world and offering fun for the whole family. - [Old Alabama Town](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/old-alabama-town/) - Step back in time at Old Alabama Town, a living history museum featuring authentically restored 19th and early 20th-century buildings that offer a glimpse into Alabama's past. - [Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/dexter-avenue-king-memorial-baptist-church/) - Step inside the historic Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church, where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once served as pastor and where pivotal moments in the Civil Rights Movement took place. - [Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/montgomery-museum-of-fine-arts/) - Immerse yourself in art and culture at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, home to a diverse collection of works spanning centuries and continents. - [SaZa Serious Italian](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/saza-serious-italian/) - Thin-crust pies & Italian fare in colorful, brick-walled quarters decorated with bold art. - [Chris' Hot Dogs](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/chris-hot-dogs/) - Step back in time at Chris' Hot Dogs, a Montgomery institution serving up delicious hot dogs and nostalgic charm since 1917. - [Cahawba House](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/cahawba-house/) - Low-key, breakfast & lunch venue with sidewalk seats dishing up locally sourced, Southern classics. - [Dreamland BBQ](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/dreamland-bbq/) - Local BBQ chain serving hickory-fired ribs, plates & sandwiches, plus wings & comfort sides. - [Central](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/central/) - A culinary gem in Montgomery, Central offers a sophisticated dining experience with a menu featuring locally sourced ingredients and innovative flavors. - [River Heritage Park](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/river-heritage-park/) - Explore walking trails, picnic areas, and learn about the area's heritage through informative exhibits. - [Alabama Music Hall of Fame](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/alabama-music-hall-of-fame/) - Celebrate the legends of Alabama's music scene at the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, where exhibits and memorabilia pay tribute to the state's musical heritage. - [W C Handy Museum](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/w-c-handy-museum/) - Step into the world of blues music at the W C Handy Museum, dedicated to the life and legacy of the "Father of the Blues." Explore exhibits showcasing Handy's impact on music history and his enduring influence on the genre. - [Frank Lloyd Wright's Rosenbaum House](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/frank-lloyd-wrights-rosenbaum-house/) - Immerse yourself in architectural brilliance with a visit to Frank Lloyd Wright's Rosenbaum House, the only Wright-designed structure in Alabama open to the public. - [360 Grille](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/360-grille/) - Elevate your dining experience at 360 Grille, where delectable cuisine meets breathtaking views. Enjoy a culinary journey with a rotating menu of wonderful dishes, all while taking in the panoramic 360-degree vista of the area. - [Rosie's Mexican Cantina](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/rosies-mexican-cantina/) - Mexican staples & margaritas in a vibrant restaurant adorned with colorful lights. - [Trowbridge's Ice Cream Bar](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/trowbridges-ice-cream-bar/) - Enduring ice cream parlor serving classic cones, shakes & sandwiches in a cozy, unassuming space. - [The Boiler Room](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/the-boiler-room/) - Experience the perfect blend of delicious food, lively ambiance, and entertainment at The Boiler Room. Indulge in mouthwatering cuisine while enjoying a game of bowling or exploring other exciting games on offer. - [FloBama Restaurant](https://renew.rentals/travel-spot-guide/flobama-restaurant/) - Flobama offers more than just great food and a full bar; it's a hub of entertainment with live music performances every weekend, creating a vibrant atmosphere for locals and visitors alike. ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://renew.rentals/category/uncategorized/) - [Florence](https://renew.rentals/category/florence/) - [Montgomery](https://renew.rentals/category/montgomery/) ## Things to do Category - [Activities](https://renew.rentals/things-to-do-category/activities/) - [Places to Eat](https://renew.rentals/things-to-do-category/places-to-eat/) - [Bars](https://renew.rentals/things-to-do-category/bars/) ## Guide Category - [Florence, AL](https://renew.rentals/things-to-do-category/florence-al/) - [Montgomery, AL](https://renew.rentals/things-to-do-category/montgomery-al/) - [Rockport, IN](https://renew.rentals/things-to-do-category/rockport-in/) ## Amenities - 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[laundromat_nearby](https://renew.rentals/amenity/laundromat_nearby/) - [lock_on_bedroom_door](https://renew.rentals/amenity/lock_on_bedroom_door/) - [outdoor_seating](https://renew.rentals/amenity/outdoor_seating/) - [patio_or_belcony](https://renew.rentals/amenity/patio_or_belcony/) - [books](https://renew.rentals/amenity/books/) - [childrens_books_and_toys](https://renew.rentals/amenity/childrens_books_and_toys/) - [keurig_coffee_machine](https://renew.rentals/amenity/keurig_coffee_machine/) - [luggage_dropoff_allowed](https://renew.rentals/amenity/luggage_dropoff_allowed/) - [patio](https://renew.rentals/amenity/patio/) - [room_darkening_shades](https://renew.rentals/amenity/room_darkening_shades/) - [board_games](https://renew.rentals/amenity/board_games/) - [hot_water_kettle](https://renew.rentals/amenity/hot_water_kettle/) - [Alfresco dining](https://renew.rentals/amenity/alfresco-dining/) - [Bbq area](https://renew.rentals/amenity/bbq-area/) - [Garden or backyard](https://renew.rentals/amenity/garden-or-backyard/) - [Single level home](https://renew.rentals/amenity/single-level-home/) - [barbeque_utensils](https://renew.rentals/amenity/barbeque_utensils/) - [childrens_dinnerware](https://renew.rentals/amenity/childrens_dinnerware/) - [ethernet_connection](https://renew.rentals/amenity/ethernet_connection/) - [fire_pit](https://renew.rentals/amenity/fire_pit/) - [Keurig coffee machine](https://renew.rentals/amenity/keurig-coffee-machine/) - [Laptop friendly workspace](https://renew.rentals/amenity/laptop-friendly-workspace/) - [Private living room](https://renew.rentals/amenity/private-living-room/) - [Wardrobe or closet](https://renew.rentals/amenity/wardrobe-or-closet/) - [private_living_room](https://renew.rentals/amenity/private_living_room/) - [Street parking](https://renew.rentals/amenity/street-parking/) - [Laundromat nearby](https://renew.rentals/amenity/laundromat-nearby/) - [Patio or belcony](https://renew.rentals/amenity/patio-or-belcony/) - [Ev charger](https://renew.rentals/amenity/ev-charger/) - [Pool](https://renew.rentals/amenity/pool/) - [ev_charger](https://renew.rentals/amenity/ev_charger/) - [Disabled parking spot](https://renew.rentals/amenity/disabled-parking-spot/) - [Beach access](https://renew.rentals/amenity/beach-access/) - [Sun loungers](https://renew.rentals/amenity/sun-loungers/) - [beach_access](https://renew.rentals/amenity/beach_access/) - [boat_slip](https://renew.rentals/amenity/boat_slip/) - [sun_loungers](https://renew.rentals/amenity/sun_loungers/) - [fireplace_guards](https://renew.rentals/amenity/fireplace_guards/) - [outlet_covers](https://renew.rentals/amenity/outlet_covers/) - [pack_n_play_travel_crib](https://renew.rentals/amenity/pack_n_play_travel_crib/) - [Arcade machine](https://renew.rentals/amenity/arcade-machine/) - [Outlet covers](https://renew.rentals/amenity/outlet-covers/) - [Playroom](https://renew.rentals/amenity/playroom/) - [Pool table](https://renew.rentals/amenity/pool-table/) - [arcade_machine](https://renew.rentals/amenity/arcade_machine/) - [pool_table](https://renew.rentals/amenity/pool_table/) - [bbq](https://renew.rentals/amenity/bbq/) - [free_on_premise_parking](https://renew.rentals/amenity/free_on_premise_parking/) - [travel_crib](https://renew.rentals/amenity/travel_crib/) - [Free on premise parking](https://renew.rentals/amenity/free-on-premise-parking/) - [Fireplace guards](https://renew.rentals/amenity/fireplace-guards/) - [Travel crib](https://renew.rentals/amenity/travel-crib/) - [Lake access](https://renew.rentals/amenity/lake-access/) - [Outdoor fireplace](https://renew.rentals/amenity/outdoor-fireplace/) - [Walk in shower](https://renew.rentals/amenity/walk-in-shower/) - [Playground](https://renew.rentals/amenity/playground/) ## Country - [US](https://renew.rentals/country/us/) ## State - [AL](https://renew.rentals/state/al/) - [IN](https://renew.rentals/state/in/) ## City - [Florence](https://renew.rentals/city/florence/) - [Sheffield](https://renew.rentals/city/sheffield/) - [Montgomery](https://renew.rentals/city/montgomery/) - [Rockport](https://renew.rentals/city/rockport/) - [Wetumpka](https://renew.rentals/city/wetumpka/) - [Gulf Shores](https://renew.rentals/city/gulf-shores/) - [Pike Road](https://renew.rentals/city/pike-road/)