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ISSUE 08 • 2014

Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce

President

Randall L. George

Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce

Convention & Visitor Bureau

Vice President

Dawn Hathcock

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EditorJina Clark

Managing EditorJennifer Kornegay

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Those of us who live here have always known what a gem our city is, but now it seems the entire nation knows it too. Montgomery was recently named the Best Historic City in the country in a USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice travel award contest, beating out competitors like Boston, Philadelphia, Charleston and New Orleans. This latest honor is just further proof that Montgomery is on the national radar as a must-see destination.


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TransportationNow that you’re in Montgomery, you’ve still got plenty of places to go and things to see! Lucky for you, the capital city has several pretty cool ways to get from here to there.

The Downtown TrolleyAll aboard! Hop on a Trolley for passage to Montgomery’s attractions and destinations in downtown. Catch it at the Montgomery Area Visitor Center Monday – Saturday. 334-262-0013

Segway ToursRoll along downtown on a guided Segway tour, and explore Montgomery’s historic sites as well as the new dining and entertainment venues without actually taking a step. Segways are two-wheel personal transportation devices that you stand on, and they can be used on sidewalks, across terrain and indoors. Blake’s Segway Tours hours: Tues - Sun; Mon - by appointment. www.segwaymontgomery.com or 334-657-4195

Capitol City Carriage ServiceWhat better way to see scenic downtown Montgomery than from a horse-drawn carriage? Sit back and relax while professional and knowledgeable drivers provide you with historical facts and share the wonderful stories of our city. Or, upon request, they’ll let you enjoy a quiet, romantic ride with that special someone. www.capitolcitycarriage.com or call 334-221-2336

Meet MGM ToursExplore some of the city’s historical neighborhoods on this 90 minute guided electric car tour. These tours are the perfect way to explore Montgomery’s history, culture and local restaurants. Official launch March 2014. www.meetmgmtours.com or 334-538-6383

GET OUT & GET AROUND!

MONTGOMERY

TRANSPORTATION


Heritage Hotspots

Walk in the footsteps of world-changing events. Montgomery was the cradle of the Confederacy and, a century later, the impetus of the Civil Rights Movement.

Warm Welcomes

The friendly smiles of Montgomery people under-score the fact that manners matter here.

Nightlife

Pick up the pace with the excitement of The Alley, hub of the city’s entertainment district, right across from the Montgomery Convention Center.

River Rides

Roll on down the Alabama River aboard the city’s very own riverboat, The Harriott II.

Fabulous Firsts

Montgomery was the site of the Wright Brothers’ first civilian flying school and boasted the first electric streetcar system in the country.

Hot Dog!

Take a bite of history at Chris’ Hot Dogs, a local favorite that’s been serving tasty dogs in a signature sauce since 1917.

Crooner’s Caddy

See the car in which country music superstar Hank Williams took his final ride at The Hank Williams Museum, home of the largest collection of Hank memorabilia found anywhere.

Cheesy Chow

Do your taste buds a favor and fill up on a good-n-greasy cheeseburger from Hamburger King downtown.

Park Places

Take a walk, fly a kite or just relax with a book at one of Montgomery’s multiple green spaces like Blount Cultural Park or Vaughn Road Park.

Plain Nuts

Enjoy Montgomery’s Tucker Pecans. They taste great right out of the shell but even better smothered in chocolate.

Shakespeare, Y’all

Take in a play at one of the country’s most celebrated theatres, The Alabama Shakespeare Festival.

Pass the Biscuits

Catch a Montgomery Biscuits baseball game and a flying biscuit too at historic Riverwalk Stadium.

Sweet Treats

Get a mouthful of sugary goodness at Louisa’s Bakery tucked away in Old Cloverdale and indulge in a peanut butter cupcake.

Otter Nonsense

Go wild at The Montgomery Zoo, with hundreds of animal species. Don’t miss the tigers, the elephants or the playful otters.

World-Class Entertainment

The capital city continually draws big-name performers and shows with major star appeal, including musicians like Elton John.

MONTGOMERY

THINGS WE LOVE


SUMMER July-Sept

• Biscuits Baseball

• Jazz on the Grass

• Second Saturdays

• Color Run

• Broadway Under the Stars

• Montgomery Dragon Boat Festival

• Buckmasters Expo

FALL October-December

• Alabama National Fair

• Zombie Walk

• Haunted Hearse Tours

• Montgomery Half Marathon

• Riverwalk Wine Festival

• Tavern Fest

• Zoo Boo

• Turkey Day Classic

• Color Vibe Run

• Christmas Lights Festival

• Capital City Christmas Parade

• Camellia Bowl

• Downtown Countdown NYE Celebration

WINTER January-March

• Hank Williams Commemoration

• Fitzgerald Gala & Silent Auction

• Monster X Tour

• Southeastern Livestock Exposition Rodeo

• MAX Capital Classic Auburn vs Alabama Baseball

• Tampa Bay Rays vs the Montgomery Biscuits

SPRING April-June

• Biscuits Baseball

• Second Saturdays

• Zoo Weekend

• Alabama Book Festival

• Capital of Dreams Triathlon

• Southern Writer’s Project

• Flimp Festival

• Southern Makers

• BrewFest & RiverJam

GO AND DOWE’VE GOT EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS TO GET YOU GOING

MONTGOMERY

ANNUAL EVENTS

Traveler’s TipFind a detailed list of all

area events and everything that’s cool to do at

visitingmontgomery.com

#mymgm


Montgomery, Alabama, was once the Capital of the Confederacy and later became the Birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement. Nowhere else in America can you stand in the footsteps of Jefferson Davis, Zelda Fitzgerald, Hank Williams, Rosa Parks, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and re-live some of the nation’s most significant events. This capital city has literally changed the world.

FRESH, LOCAL FLAVOR Montgomery’s history isn’tthe only thing captivatingvisitors and locals alike.Recently, its chefs, uniquecuisine and hip, coolentertainment vibe havecreated a buzz within theSoutheast. Here are a fewreasons why people areraving about MGM.

Photos by Taste Buds Photography


Thanks to a dramatic revitalization in the downtown area, Montgomery has reemerged as one of the must-see travel destinations in the South. Modern-day Montgomery offers a walkable downtown complete with a Riverfront Park and Riv-erboat, an urban farm that provides the local restaurants with produce, and enough attractions and historic sites to keep you busy for days. Montgomery’s downtown Alley entertainment district heats up after dark with a vibrant atmosphere and features many of the city’s unique bars and restaurants. It is deemed by the locals as the city’s newest hot spot.

Montgomery’s transformation isn’t the only thing attracting visitors from around the world; its exquisite local cuisine has also gained national attention. Chef Leonardo Maurelli, III, of Central restaurant is a star of the city’s food scene. He uses fresh, local produce and Alabama-made products to create a seasonal menu that embodies Southern tradition with a nod to his Panamanian and Italian Heritage. Chef Leo was just named one of the “Best Chefs in the South” by Best Chefs America.

If you’re into craft beer and local breweries, Montgomery’s own Railyard Brewery is also a local favorite. Small batches of seasonal beers brewed on site rotate through the year while some signature standbys such as the Alabama Pale Ale (an IPA) and the Scottish Strong Ale are always on tap. The food is Southern brewpub style—think pimento cheese on a burger paired with fried Wickles, a spicy pickle made in a neighboring Alabama county.

Downtown dining doesn’t stop there. The House at the Renaissance Hotel & Spa offers a delicious breakfast to start your day. The omellette bar is a real crowd pleaser, and don’t miss the chance to try it with some Conecuh sausage, an Alabama favorite. You’ve never had anything so good!

The Aviator Bar is the perfect spot to wind down and enjoy happy hour or an after-dinner drink in the downtown area. As the name suggests, the bar is decked out in aviation-themed memorabilia, a nod to Montgomery’s aviation history and large Air Force presence. The atmosphere is like a European bunker, dark with several smaller rooms both upstairs and downstairs. It’s extremely popular with the local military crowd, and you may find yourself discussing strategy over drinks with a high-ranking officer working at Maxwell Air Force Base.


Just a few miles away you’ll find another local hangout in lovely Old Cloverdale. This hip and historic neighborhood features some of the city’s most eclectic bars, restaurants and art galleries, and is even home to an independent movie theatre, the Capri.

TRUE, owned by the two-time James Beard award nominee for “Best Chef in the South” Wesley True, is located here. Chef True honors his home city of Mobile with his deep commitment to serving Alabama’s Gulf Coast seafood. His signature dish, the crawfish beignets, will not disappoint.

Just steps away, you can visit the upscale neighborhood bottle-shop and Southern style restaurant, Derk’s. With an extensive selection of specialty wines and brews, you’re sure to pick the perfect poison.

Or if you want to be seen, step out on the patio of Pine Bar and enjoy a great cocktail, craft beer or high-end bourbon. This place is a favorite among the local professionals and lawmakers, so you’ll be rubbing elbows with some of the most powerful folks in the state.

If casual, relaxed and slightly hipster is your vibe, check out LeRoy. Tucked away down a back alley, you’ll need a local’s help to find it. But, when you crack open the door and find the warm, wood paneled room with several taps holding the best beers you’ve ever tasted, it will be well worth it. The bartenders know their beers and make some very nice cocktails as well. Here, all kinds gather, from eccentric literary types (you are in the Fitzgeralds’ neighborhood now) to the guy who makes the burritos at El Rey, the Mexican lounge next door.

When it comes to local favorites, you’re also not far from Chop House at Vintage Year. Around Montgomery, the name speaks for itself. Consistently excellent food and service make this the perfect spot. The chef often prepares wild game so you shouldn’t be surprised to find quail or even elk on the menu from time to time. And your meal won’t be complete unless you add a side of their famous truffle mac and cheese.

Another foodie favorite in East Montgomery is City Grill, located in the sustainable, mixed-use neighborhood of Hampstead. This place has such a crowd following that you’d better make a reservation ahead of time. Their Tuna Napoleon was listed as “One of 100 Alabama Dishes to Eat Before You Die” by the Alabama Tourism Department.

Before you leave, you have to experience what the locals call a “meat and three” at Martha’s Place. Get a plate full of Southern comfort food classics such as fried chicken, collard greens, black-eyed peas, fried okra and don’t forget the cornbread! While you’re here, be sure to meet Martha, who is living her dream of opening a restaurant that serves food to nourish the body and soul and make people feel at home.

Montgomery is steeped in the history of world-changing events and is home to some of the best cultural and culinary experiences in the South. From a revitalized downtown to an array of new museums, restaurants, attractions and accommodations, this riverfront capital city is the charming Southern town you’ve always wanted to experience with the convenience and fun of a vibrant city.

We invite you to explore all our city has to offer at visitingmontgomery.com.

Montgomery is steeped in the history of world-changing events and is home to some of the best cultural and culinary experiences in the South.

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Taste

OF MONTGOMERY

Garrett’sJust minutes from The Shoppes at EastChase, Garrett’s restaurant delights diners with a menu that’s a mix of French, Creole and Asian flavors, and every dish is prepared with the best ingredients. Savor the delicious dishes offered by this fine dining establishment in an elegant environment with stellar service. But the real magic happens in the kitchen. Chef and owner Gary Garner showcases his culinary artistry with Garrett’s signature dish, Grilled yellow fin tuna over sauteed wild mushroom risotto with a teriyaki glaze.

Executive Chef Gary Garner334-396-9950 • garrettsartoffood.com

SPOTLIGHT

CentralA sophisticated yet laid-back feeling permeates this downtown restaurant that’s in an old 1890’s grocery warehouse. Central’s menu is focused on fresh, regional products like produce, meats and Gulf seafood. Order the eatery’s signature dish, the Braised Duck Wontons. Tender, flavorful duck is tucked into crispy wontons and accented with a barbecue sauce made with Alabama peaches and Back Forty Beer Company’s Truckstop Honey Ale. These little pockets of heaven are served over fresh, crunchy slaw. D

334-517-1155 • central129coosa.com

Sinclair’sThis neighborhood favorite’s moderately priced menu offers soups, crisp salads, heaping helpings of pasta, juicy steaks and more, but the signature dish at Sinclair’s is the Bleu Cajun Filet, a tender, juicy filet mignon, cooked to order and seared with Cajun seasonings and finished in the oven to melt the bleu cheese crumbles on top. It comes with a choice of two sides. Enjoy this delight at one of two Sinclair’s locations in the city: in the heart of Old Cloverdale or in East Montgomery on Vaughn Road.334-271-7654 • sinclairsrestaurants.com



Montgomery CaféConveniently located inside Embassy Suites, right next to the Visitor Center downtown, Montgomery Café specializes in American and Southern cuisine all served with a nice dollop of Southern hospitality. Its signature dish, Wild Apple Planked Salmon, is a good example of the delicious mix of flavors on the menu. Fresh salmon is rubbed with extra virgin olive oil, “Old Bay” seasoning, cilantro and tart lemon and then grilled on an apple wood plank from Maine. D

334-269-5055 • embassysuitesmontgomery.com

TRUEIn Old Cloverdale, TRUE is where two-time James Beard Award semi-finalist chef Wesley True shines. At TRUE, you’ll find exceptional service and adventurous dining in an inviting neighborhood setting. The menu is focused on locally sourced ingredients and full flavors, as exemplified in the signature dish, the Crawfish Beignets. Lunch is offered Tuesday through Friday, while a seasonal dinner menu mixes classic favorites with nightly specials. Sunday brunch is a relaxed three course meal. 334-356-3814 • truemontgomery.com

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Entertainment (live music/DJ, dancing, Karaoke, Team Trivia) Every NightWatch your favorite teams @Downtown's Best Sports Bar with 20 TVs

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The ExchangeWith world-class wines, beer and cocktails all served up in a swanky atmosphere that includes a covered patio complete with live entertainment nightly, The Exchange at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa could stop right there and still be a great place to kick back and hang out. But wait… there’s more. They also offer a tasty menu to complement the bar with items like house-breaded Pecan Chicken Fingers with honey mustard, and the signature dish, Maryland Crab Cake Sliders, which are mini crab cakes served on snowflake rolls with Old Bay tartar sauce. D

334-481-5165 • houserestaurantmontgomery.com

The HouseTucked inside the The Renaissance Hotel downtown, The House is a sophisticated fine-dining experience with a diverse menu of creative dishes like the signature dish, Scallops and Oxtails. The House’s take on “surf and turf” pairs rich beef oxtails that have been slow braised in reduced veal stock until tender and fresh, buttery pan-seared scallops. The oxtails are served in a hardy veal glaze with carrots and leeks, while the caramelized scallops sitting on top of the oxtail provide a salty sweetness that makes this dish a must-try. D

334-481-5166 • houserestaurantmontgomery.com

Sa Za Serious Italian FoodSa Za is a feast for the senses. Taste authentic Italian masterpieces like Eggs in Purgatory, Stuffed Anaheim Hot Peppers as well as both traditional and specialty pizzas. Join the crowd and try Sa Za’s angel hair pasta with Maine lobster meat, chopped shrimp and spinach in a chardonnay, exploded garlic and olive oil sauce. Or opt for their signature dish, Grandma’s Eggplant, which features thin slices of eggplant layered with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mint and grated Pecorino cheese. D

334-495-7292 • sazapizza.com

WasabiDowntown in the Alley, Wasabi offers exceptional Japanese cuisine, including sushi that looks as good as it tastes. The signature dish is the 007 Roll, a deep-fried roll filled with spicy tuna and cool avocado. Try it with the Sushi & Sashimi combo, which includes the chef’s choice of four pieces of sushi, nine pieces of sashimi and one California roll. You can also enjoy private dining or take advantage of catering services at Wasabi. D

334-517-1555 • wasabimontgomery.com


KabukiThis Japanese Steakhouse features the popular hibachi grill tableside where Far Eastern favorites like fried rice and chicken teriyaki are expertly and entertainingly prepared. It also offers a full-service sushi bar, and its signature dish is the Donkinkon Roll, a tasty combo of crispy fried soft shell crab and avocado inside with tuna, eel and more avocado on top. The Chef’s Special Sauce is the finishing touch. You can also enjoy private dining or take advantage of catering services at Kabuki. 334-273-8885 • kabukimontgomery.com

Blue Collar Lunch $7.95*

Weekday Lunch Buffet $11.95*

Parking Validated for Dining

Bring coupon to get 10% off & free tea

*Subject to change without notice.

Lunch: 11am - 2pmDinner: 5pm - 10pm

Happy Hour: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

334-269-5055Located in the Embassy Suites Atrium, Downtown


DreamlandEnd your quest for the perfect ‘cue at Dreamland BBQ downtown, famous for its succulent ribs and delicious sauce. Feel free to ”pig out” on some pork, but save a little room for dessert since Dreamland’s signature dish is its Banana Pudding, made fresh daily with all the right stuff—vanilla wafers, ripe bananas, fluffy whipped cream and creamy pudding—plus a secret ingredient that puts it over the top. Dreamland also offers the largest draft beer selection in central Alabama and has outside dining. D

334-273-7427 • dreamlandbbq.com

The Tipping PointLocated in Hampstead in East Montgomery, The Tipping Point has something for everyone. This casual restaurant, coffee shop and bar has a playful and affordable menu inspired by some of America’s coolest cities. It also offers Intelligentsia coffee and teas and a great selection of specialty beers and wines-by-the-glass, plus weekly live music and events. Order The Tipping Point’s signature dish, the Chicago Dog, an all-beef dog loaded with American cheese, kraut, peppers and mustard.334-260-9110 • tippingpointhampstead.com

Martha’s PlaceGet a plate full of Southern comfort food classics at Martha’s Place, a meat-and-three eatery that specializes in home cooking. Try the signature dish, Martha’s fried chicken. Its light, flaky crust is seasoned only with salt and pepper, making it simple and simply perfect. Try some of her famous collards and black-eyed peas on the side. And don’t forget the hot cornbread. 334-356-7165 • marthasplacebuffet.com

RailyardRailyard Brewing Company is making and serving the capital city’s only locally brewed craft beer. Don’t leave without a frosty mug full of Y’all’s Alabama Light Lager, a smooth pilsner that goes great with the restaurant’s diverse menu of burgers and other casual classics, including the signature dishes: the Mema’s Burger made with Certified Angus Beef, homemade pimento cheese, smoked bacon, served on a pretzel bun. D

334-262-0080 • railyardbrewingcompany.com


Irish Bred PubYou too can experience the “the luck of the Irish” no matter your family origins at the Irish Bred Pub downtown. In a cozy, old-world atmosphere reminiscent of the Emerald Isle’s classic pubs, enjoy the signature dish Shrimp n Grits featuring a dozen succulent gulf shrimp sautéed in a pancetta and garlic beurre blanc sauce and piled atop creamy stone-ground grits. At lunch, Irish Bred Pub offers a Southern-style “meat-n-three,” but the full menu has traditional Irish favorites like crab boxty, fish and chips and shepherd’s pie. D

334-834-7559 • irishbredmontgomery.com

Wintzell’sThis seafood restaurant has been serving up fresh Gulf Seafood for over 75 years. Its Montgomery location is keeping the legacy alive with a menu offering oysters prepared just about any way you can imagine. The signature dish is the Seafood Napoleon, three layers of fried eggplant with fried oysters and shrimp all smothered with a crawfish sauce and sitting on a bed of rich fettuccine alfredo. D

334-262-4257 • wintzellsoysterhouse.com

Over 40 TVs • Large Party SeatingAward Winning Hamburgers

Come Join Us for LunchOpen at 11a.m. daily

7971 Vaughn Rd. • 334.277.1682


Chris’ Hot DogsFor a bite of Montgom ery and a mouthful of history, grab a few napkins and get your hands around a hot dog from Chris’ Hot Dogs on Dex ter Avenue. This legendary diner marked by the green-and-white-striped awning opened on May 1, 1917. It’s now being run by the second and third generations of its founding family. You can get a ham burger here, but the signature dish is a Hot Dog “All the Way,” a dog drenched in Chris’ secret sauce, sautéed onions and kraut. D

334-265-6850 • chrishotdogs.com

Chappy’s DeliCelebrating 25 years of excellence, Chappy’s Deli has been serving a full breakfast, lunch and dinner for a quarter of a century. Voted the city’s best deli for years, Chappy’s Deli offers classic deli sandwiches as well as fresh salads, tasty burgers and grilled chicken. Popular items include the Maple Turkey Croissant, the Sourdough Steak Melt and the Portabella Swiss Burger. Enjoy the Conecuh Sausage Scramble or Belgian Waffles in the morning. And Chappy’s homemade desserts add a sweet ending to any meal. Chappy’s three locations make it convenient (Perry Hill Rd, Vaughn Rd and Baptist South Hospital), and there’s a Prattville location too.334-279-7477 • chappysdeli.com


CucosMexican favorites served in a festive atmosphere are the hallmarks of a meal at Cuco’s. You can’t go wrong with the restaurant’s famous chimichangas or its signature dish, sizzling fajitas. Tender grilled chicken, steak, pork or shrimp is served with colorful bell peppers and onions all on a hot skillet. Refried beans, crisp lettuce and tomatoes, as well as cheese, sour cream and guacamole come with the dish. Wrap the meat, veggies and accompaniments in a warm flour tortilla and enjoy!334-271-3528 • cucosmexicancafe.com

MugshotsIf you’re craving a burger so good it’s won multiple awards, then head over to the Mugshots Grill & Bar. Start things off with an order of tangy fried pickles. Then get ready for the main attraction, Mugshots’ signature dish: The Come-Back Burger, has seasoned beef patty rocked with A-1 Steak Sauce, bacon, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and the joint’s tangy homemade “come-back” sauce, served on a toasted bun with beer-battered fries.334-277-1682 • mugshotsgrillandbar.com

105 COMMERCE STREET ~ 334-262-4257OPEN DAILY 11AM ~ LUNCH & DINNER

FRESH SEAFOOD, SIZZLING STEAKS

& MORE!DOWNTOWN MONTGOMERY

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One 2 ZeroInside the Doubletree Hotel downtown, this casual eatery offers sophisticated, contemporary dishes inspired by the local harvest and Southern heritage. Its service lives up to the area’s lauded hospitality with an emphasis on food “done your way.” Start with an order of honey-bourbon glazed wings and sweet potato fries, and then try the signature dish, the double bone-in pork chop with herb butter served with smoked Gouda grits with creamed spinach. D

334-245-2320 • doubletreemontgomery.com

Baumhower’sWith two locations in Montgomery, Baumhower’s Restaurants focus on freshness and fun. These casual, sports-themed restaurants feature an outstanding selection of Southern favorites. Steaks; fresh, local seafood; chicken platters; and, of course, buffalo wings are all available. Baumhower’s signature dish, the Black & White Chicken Platter, features a boneless chicken breast that is Mojo-marinated, char-grilled with lemon pepper and served with their world-famous White BBQ sauce. If you are visiting downtown, be sure to stop in their location inside the RSA Headquarters. D

334-263-8800 • baumhowers.com

Sweet

DECADENT DESSERTS

Cookie SkilletThe Tipping Point

Treat yourself to this huge soft and chewy, homemade chocolate-chip cookie served warm in a skillet and finished with a rich fudge sauce and vanilla ice cream.

Pecan Pie MartiniGarrett’s

This indulgent dish takes everything you love about the South’s favorite pie and dresses it up with an Oreo-

cookie crust, Jack-Daniel’s pecan pie filling topped with vanilla whipped

cream and a caramel drizzle all served in a fancy glass.

Millionaire’s CoffeeTRUE

Drink your dessert with a hot cup of this cocktail coffee that mixes

Bailey’s Irish Cream, Frangellico and Kahulua with a dark roast brew.

SPOTLIGHT


International flavor, meet your Southern cousin. Montgomery’s food scene is diverse and delicious with distinctly

Southern highlights. Some restaurants even use ingredients sourced from local farms and gardens. Hard core foodies, comfort food connoisseurs and everyone in between will celebrate with a spectacular array of choices. Montgomery is a place where everyone brings something to the table, from trusted old favorites to exciting new ventures. May we take your order?

Executive Chef, Wesley True

Wesley True offers Montgomery diners an inventive mix of classic technique and Southern ingredients that forms a cuisine all his own. Fresh gulf seafood, locally sourced vegetables, and one of the finest wine lists in Montgomery (thanks to his sommelier wife Bobbi Heithoff) are what you should expect to find at TRUE. Wesley came to the capital city from Mobile, Alabama where he was a two-time James Beard Aware finalist and received widespread recognition in magazines like Southern Living and Garden & Gun. Wesley recently represented Alabama Gulf Seafood at the Hangout Festival in Mobile and hosted a cooking demonstration at the 2014 Atlanta Food and Wine Festival.

Culinary CoolMUCH MORE THAN FOOD

AMERICAN

American Deli

|971 Ann St334-262-6122

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $iloveamericandeli.com

Capital Stockyard Café

|1464 Furnace St334-265-6033

Breakfast $ Lunch $

Black Swan H

|One Festival Dr334-271-5353

Schedule Varies Dinner $asf.net

Courthouse Cafe D

|100 S Lawrence St334-832-1684

Closed: Sat-SunBreakfast $ Lunch $

Del Taco H

|6941 EastChase Loop334-279-5495

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $deltaco.com

El Paso Chili Company

|539 N Eastern Blvd334-244-0118

Closed: SunLunch $

Firehouse Subs

|6661 Atlanta Hwy334-213-2450

Lunch $ Dinner $firehousesubs.com

Firehouse Subs H

|2890 Zelda Rd334-277-6614

Lunch $ Dinner $firehousesubs.com

Five Guys Burgers & Fries H

|3078 Zelda Rd334-356-3483

Lunch $ Dinner $fiveguys.com

Five Guys Burgers & Fries

|7220 EastChase Pkwy334-239-7220

Lunch $ Dinner $fiveguys.com

Flames Grill D

|142 Montgomery St334-264-0010

Lunch $Closed: Sat-Sun

Golden Corral

|1480 Eastern Blvd334-532-0020

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$goldencorralmontgomery.com

Guthrie’s

|5376 Atlanta Hwy334-396-8300

Lunch $ Dinner $guthrieschicken.com

Hamburger King D

|547 S Decatur St334-262-1798

Closed: Sat–SunBreakfast $ Lunch $

Honey Baked Ham H

|2816 E South Blvd334-284-9100

Lunch $honeybakedham.com

Jans Beach House Grill

|850 Eastern Blvd334-277-8300

Lunch $ Dinner $Closed: Sunjansbeachhousegrill.com

Jason’s Deli

|1520 Eastern Blvd334-409-9890

Lunch $ Dinner $jasonsdeli.com

Jimmy John’s H

|1756 Carter Hill Rd334-356-7744

Lunch $ Dinner $jimmyjohns.com

Mama’s Sack Lunch D

|21 S Perry St334-265-5554

Closed: Sat-SunLunch $mgm4lunch.com

Momma Goldberg’s Deli

|7960 Vaughn Rd334-517-1071

Lunch $ Dinner $mommagoldbergsdeli.com

Montgomery Cafe at Embassy Suites H D

|300 Tallapoosa St334-269-5055

Lunch $ Dinner $$embassysuitesmontgomery.com

Panera Bread


Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $panerabread.com

Panera Bread

|2998 Carter Hill Rd334-262-0064

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $panerabread.com

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers


Lunch $ Dinner $redrobin.com

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CHEF SPOTLIGHT

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Ruby Tuesday


Lunch $ Dinner $rubytuesday.com

Ruddle’s Pub Grill

|3133 Bell Rd334-277-8710

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $$

Schlotzsky’s Deli

|5055 Carmichael Rd334-409-9993

Lunch $ Dinner $schlotzskys.com

Scott Street Deli H D

|412 Scott St334-264-9415

Closed: Sat-SunBreakfast $ Lunch $

Steak Out

|3271 Malcolm Dr334-270-0747

Lunch $$ Dinner $$steakout.com

Steak Out

|2930 Carter Hill Rd334-269-1800

Lunch $$ Dinner $$steakout.com

Sundown East

|3416 Atlanta Hwy334-271-0501

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $

Tenda Chick H

|5951 Atlanta Hwy334-260-8547

Lunch $ Dinner $

Waffle House D

|301 Madison Ave334-293-9939

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $wafflehouse.com

Wing Master

|3430 Atlanta Hwy334-517-1016

Lunch $ Dinner $

Wing N It D

|175 Lee St334-263-2900

Closed: Sat & SunLunch $ Dinner $

Wishbone Cafe H

|7028 Atlanta Hwy334-244-7270

Closed: SunSat: Breakfast OnlyBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $wishbonecafe-montgomery.com

Zaxby’s

|3130 Taylor Rd334-481-0406

Lunch $ Dinner $zaxbys.com

Zaxby’s

|6435 Atlanta Hwy334-277-8066


Zaxby’s

|2923 Eastern Blvd334-420-3500


Zaxby’s

|2675 Zelda Rd334-293-9933


ASIAN & INDIAN

AH-SO Sushi & Steak

|5215 Carmichael Rd334-647-1444

Lunch $ $ Dinner $ $ahsosushi.com

Ala Thai East

|6663 Atlanta Hwy334-271-3141

Lunch $ Dinner $

Asia Bistro & Seafood

|7839 Vaughn Rd334-213-3628

Closed: MonLunch $ Dinner $asiabistroal.com

Buffet City

|5461 Atlanta Hwy334-279-1678

Lunch $ Dinner $

Chin Chin

|3441 Malcom Dr334-394-9998

Lunch $ Dinner $montgomerychinchin.com

East China

|8153 Vaughn Rd334-279-1779

Lunch $ Dinner $

Gangnam Grill & Bar

|2701 Eastern Blvd334-647-1901

Lunch $$ Dinner $$

Genghis Grill

|7216 Eastchase Pkwy334-277-5766

Lunch $$ Dinner $$genghisgrill.com

Green Papaya

|409 Coliseum Blvd334-395-7654

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $greenpapaya-cuisine.com

Hibachi Sushi & Supreme Buffet

|181D Eastern Blvd334-260-6111

Lunch $ Dinner $

Kabuki Japanese Steakhouse

|7834 Vaughn Rd334-273-8885

Lunch $ Dinner $kabukimontgomery.com

King Buffet

|2727 Bell Rd334-273-8883

Lunch $ Dinner $

Korean Garden

|2801 Vaughn Plaza Rd334-277-5685

Lunch $ Dinner $

Lek’s Railroad Thai at Union Station H D

|300 Water St334-269-0708

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $$thaiemeraldlek.com

Lek’s Taste of Thailand H

|5421 Atlanta Hwy334-244-8994

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $$

Midori

|5824 Woodmere Blvd334-593-1754

Lunch $ Dinner $

Ming’s Garden

|1741 Eastern Blvd334-277-8188

Lunch $ Dinner $mingsgardenmontgomery.com

Miyako Japanese Steak & Sushi Bar

|8173 Vaughn Rd334-215-2275

Dinner $$miyakojapaneserestaurant.net

Noodles Cafe

|8123 Vaughn Rd334-517-1179

Lunch $ Dinner $noodlescafe.net

Saigon Bistro

|1060 Eastern Blvd334-279-5921


Satsuki

|6534 Atlanta Hwy334-239-7450

Lunch $ Dinner $satsuki-dks.com

Shilla

|3526 Eastdale Cir334-396-8007


Street Cafe

|2783 Eastern Blvd334-396-2232

Closed: MonLunch $ Dinner $$streetcafeinmgm.com

The Super Buffet

|5831 Atlanta Hwy334-215-0055

Lunch $ Dinner $

Sushi Café H

|3004 Zelda Rd334-819-7060

Lunch $ Dinner $

(334) 832-008131 South Court St.

Downtown Location

(334) 271-352811123 Chantilly Pkwy

Near Eastchase

M-F: 10:30 - 2:00Sat & Sun: CLOSED

M-Th: 11:00 - 9:30F & Sat: 11:00 - 10:30

Sun: 11:00 - 9:00

Lunch $5.99 ComboIncludes Drink • Both Locations Mon-Fri

Tuesdays - Kids 10 and under eat free with purchase of adult meal

10% off with Military ID10% Off with Church Bulletins on Sundays


Sushi Yama

|2070 Eastern Blvd334-612-7800

Lunch $ Dinner $$

Taste of India

|8868 Minnie Brown Rd334-356-4533

Lunch $ Dinner $toindiall.com

Top China


Lunch $ Dinner $topchinamontgomery.com

Wasabi Japanese Cuisine D

|117 Coosa St334-517-1555

Lunch $ Dinner $wasabimontgomery.com

Willow Tree Sushi Hibachi & BBQ

|2690 Eastern Blvd334-271-9600

Lunch $ Dinner $ Closed: Sun

BARBEQUE

Country’s Barbecue

|2610 Zelda Rd334-262-6211

Lunch $ Dinner $countrysbbq.net

Country’s Barbecue

|5761 Atlanta Hwy334-270-0126

Lunch $ Dinner $countrysbbq.net

Dreamland BBQ H D


Lunch $ Dinner $dreamlandbbq.com

Jim N Nicks Bar-B-Q H

|6415 Atlanta Hwy334-213-0046

Lunch $$ Dinner $$jimnnicks.com

K&J Rib Shack

|4255 S Court St334-356-1368

Closed: Sun–MonLunch $ Dinner $

Sam’s Bar-B-Que

|3510 Atlanta Hwy334-279-0008


CAFÉ

Bistro B H D

|130 Commerce St334-593-6271

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $

Cafe Louisa

|1036 E Fairview Ave334-264-4241

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $$cafelouisa.com

Cafe M H

|One Museum Dr334-240-4339

Closed: Sun–MonLunch $mmfa.org

Cool Beans at Cafe De Art H D

|115 Montgomery St334-269-3302

Closed: Sat–SunBreakfast $ Lunch $$

Shashy’s Fine Foods H

|1700 Mulberry St334-263-7341

Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $shashys.com

CASUAL DINING

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar

|3001 Carter Hill Rd334-264-9064

Lunch $ Dinner $applebees.com Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar

|3195 Taylor Rd334-274-0009

Lunch $ Dinner $applebees.com

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar

|6601 Atlanta Hwy334-279-1902

Lunch $ Dinner $applebees.com

Chappy’s Deli H

|1611 Perry Hill Rd334-279-7477

Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $chappysdeli.com

Chappy’s Deli H

|2055 E South Blvd334-286-9200


Chappy’s Deli H

|8141 Vaughn Rd334-279-1226


Chick-fil-A

|915 Ann St334-262-2017

Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $chick-fil-a.com

Chick-fil-A H


Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $chick-fil-a.com

Chick-fil-A H D

|201 Monroe St334-293-4773

Closed: Sat & SunBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $chick-fil-a.com

Chicken Salad Chick H

|3070 Zelda Rd334-517-1378

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $chickensaladchick.com

Chicken Salad Chick H

|7924 Vaughn Rd334-649-4828

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $chickensaladchick.com

Chili’s


Lunch $ Dinner $chilis.com

Chris’ Hotdogs H D

|138 Dexter Ave334-265-6850

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $chrishotdogs.com

Commerce Street Soda Shop D

|15 Commerce Street334-262-8282


D’ Road

|6250 Atlanta Hwy334-356-1563

Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $

The Exchange at Renaissance Montgomery Hotel H D


Dinner $$houserestaurantmontgomery.com

The Egg & I H

|2920 Zelda Road334-277-0802

Breakfast $ Lunch $theeggandirestaurants.com

House of Bread D

|317 N Hull St334-356-8370

Closed: Sun Lunch $

Island Delights

|323 Air Base Blvd334-264-0041

Closed: Sat–SunLunch $

Magnolia’s Grill & Bar

|96 Folmar Pkwy334-288-3858

Lunch $ Dinner $


Newk’s H

|7880 Vaughn Rd334-290-4955

Lunch $$ Dinner $$newks.com

One 2 Zero H D

|120 Madison Ave334-245-2320

Breakfast $$ Lunch $$ Dinner $$doubletreemontgomery.com

Railyard Brewing Co H D

|12 W Jefferson St334-262-0080

Lunch $$ Dinner $$railyardbrewingcompany.com

Sinclair’s

|1051 E Fairview Ave334-834-7462

Lunch $$ Dinner $$sinclairsrestaurants.com

Sinclair’s H

|7847 Vaughn Rd334-271-7654

Lunch $$ Dinner $$sinclairsrestaurants.com

Sommer’s Place

|7972 Vaughn Rd334-279-5401

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $$sommersplace.com

The Tipping Point H

|5015 Hampstead High St334-260-9110

Closed: Sun-MonBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $tippingpointhampstead.com

FINE DINING

Bonefish Grill H


Lunch $$ Dinner $$$bonefishgrill.com

Central H D

|129 Coosa St334-517-1155

Lunch $$ Dinner $$$central129coosa.com

The Chophouse at Vintage Year

|405 Cloverdale Rd334-239-0041

Closed: Sun-MonDinner $$$chophousevy.com City Grill H

|5251 Hampstead High St334-244-0960

Closed: Sun–MonDinner $$$

Garrett’s H

|7780 Atlanta Hwy334-396-9950

Closed: Sun–MonLunch $$ Dinner $$$garrettsartoffood.com

The House Restaurant at Renaissance Montgomery Hotel H D


Breakfast $$ Lunch $$ Dinner $$houserestaurantmontgomery.com

La Jolla Restaurant & Bar

|8147 Vaughn Rd334-356-2600

Closed: SunLunch $ $ Dinner $$lajollamontgomery.com

Michael’s Table

|2960 Zelda Rd334-272-2500

Closed: MonLunch $$ Dinner $$michaelstable.net

TRUE


Closed: MonLunch $$ Dinner $$$truemontgomery.com

GREEK

Mr. Gus’ H

|6268 Atlanta Hwy334-356-4662

Closed: MonLunch $ Dinner $$mrgsmontgomery.com

Taziki’s Mediterranean Café H

|2560 Berryhill Rd, Suite A334-409-3085

Lunch $ Dinner $tazikiscafe.com

Zoe’s Kitchen


Lunch $ Dinner $zoeskitchen.com

Zoe’s Kitchen

|2960C Zelda Rd334-395-4698

Lunch $ Dinner $zoeskitchen.com

ITALIAN

Carrabba’s Italian Grill H

|1510 Eastern Blvd334-271-7500

Sun: LunchLunch $$ Dinner $$carrabbas.com

Cheezie’s Pizza

|8125K Decker Ln334-244-9496

Lunch $ Dinner $cheeziespizza.com

Cheezie’s Pizza

|1113H Perry Hill Rd334-239-9263

Lunch $ Dinner $cheeziespizza.com

Christi’s Italian Grille

|92 Knollwood Blvd334-215-9344

Closed: Sat-SunLunch $ Dinner $

CiCi’s Pizza

|981 Ann St334-386-3086

Lunch $ Dinner $cicispizza.com

Corsino’s Italian Restaurant

|911 S Court St334-263-9752

Closed: Sat–SunLunch $ Dinner $$

Dominos Pizza

|5338 Atlanta Hwy334-271-6401

Lunch $ Dinner $dominos.com

Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs

|113 N Burbank Dr334-272-2999

Lunch $ Dinner $hungryhowies.com

Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs

|1712 Carter Hill Rd334-262-8988

Lunch $ Dinner $hungryhowies.com

Little Caesar’s Pizza H

|5853 Atlanta Hwy334-272-4595

Lunch $ Dinner $littlecaesars.com

Little Caesar’s Pizza

|3004 McGehee Rd334-288-1515

Lunch $ Dinner $littlecaesars.com

Marco’s Pizza

|3171 Taylor Rd334-356-6000

Lunch $$ Dinner $$marcos.com

Marco’s Pizza

|5411 Atlanta Hwy334-356-4422

Lunch $ Dinner $marcos.com

Marco’s Pizza

|1623 Perry Hill Rd334-356-8680

Lunch $ Dinner $marcos.com

Mellow Mushroom

|7915 Vaughn Rd334-213-6443

Lunch $$ Dinner $$mellowmushroom.com

Midtown Pizza Kitchen H

|2940 Zelda Rd334-395-0080

Lunch $$ Dinner $$midtownpizzakitchen.com

Olive Garden

|2700 Eastern Blvd334-260-9220

Lunch $ Dinner $olivegarden.com

Pizza Perfect


Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $pizzaperfectalabama.com

Sa Za’s Serious Italian Food H D

|130 Commerce St334-495-7292

Lunch $$ Dinner $$sazapizza.com

Take or Bake Pizza

|64 Dalraida Rd334-593-9753

Lunch $$ Dinner $$takeorbakepizza.com

Tomatinos

|1036 E Fairview Ave334-264-4241

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $$tomatinos.com

MEXICAN

Chipotle

|2560 Berryhill Rd 334-450-2888

Lunch $ Dinner $chipotle.com

Cuco’s

|11123 Chantilly Pkwy Suite A

334-271-3528Lunch $ Dinner $cucosmexicancafe.com

Cuco’s Express H D

|31 S Court St334-832-0081

Closed: Sat–SunLunch $cucosmexicancafe.com

El Jalisco

|5471 Atlanta Hwy334-409-2978

Lunch $ Dinner $

El Rey Burrito Lounge

|1031 E Fairview Ave334-832-9688

Closed: SunDinner $$burritolounge.com

Ixtapa Bar & Grill H


Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $ixtapaeastchase.com

Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant H

|6132 Atlanta Hwy334-272-5232


Jalapenos Restaurant

|8157 Vaughn Rd334-277-2840

Lunch $ Dinner $

Jalapenos Restaurant D

|130 Commerce St334-262-4939

Lunch $ Dinner $

La Zona Rosa

|2838 Zelda Rd334-274-1153

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $zonarosa.net

Los Cabos Cantina

|1801 Eastern Blvd334-277-7571

Lunch $ Dinner $

Los Vaqueros

|2195 Eastern Blvd334-277-8339

Closed: Sun Lunch $ Dinner $losvaquerosmexicanrestaurant.com

Moe’s Southwest Grill

|2900 Zelda Rd334-273-9198

Lunch $ Dinner $moes.com

Moe’s Southwest Grill


Closed: SatLunch $ Dinner $moes.com

No Way Jose Grill Cantina

|8844 Minnie Brown Rd334-819-7363

Lunch $ Dinner $nowayjosemontgomery.com

Salsaritas H

|8015 Vaughn Rd334-356-5430

Lunch $ Dinner $salsaritas.com

San Marcos Mexican Restaurant

|61 N Burbank Dr334-279-6680

Lunch $ Dinner $

Taqueria El Cantaro

|1130 Ann St334-356-7361

Closed: MonLunch $ Dinner $elcantaromexican.com

Tipico De Mexico H

|3441 Malcolm Dr334-356-0459

Lunch $ Dinner $tipicodemexico.com

SEAFOOD

Capitol Oyster Bar at The Marina H

|617 Shady St334-239-8958

Lunch $ Dinner $capitoloysterbar.com

Jubilee Seafood

|1057 Woodley Rd334-262-6224

Closed: Sun–MonDinner $$jubileeseafoodrestaurant.com

Red Lobster

|300 Eastdale Cir334-277-0780

Lunch $ Dinner $$redlobster.com

Shrimp Basket H

|7900 Vaughn Rd334-523-0466

Lunch $ Dinner $shrimpbasket.com

Wintzell’s Oyster House H D

|105 Commerce St334-262-4257

Lunch $ Dinner $wintzellsoysterhouse.com

Young Barn Pub and Oyster Bar

|5331 Young Barn Rd334-819-7423

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $youngbarnpubandoysterbar.com

SOUTHERN

Blue Moon Cafe

|7725 Averritt Dr334-356-0543

Closed: SatLunch $ Dinner $theblueneonmoon.com

Cracker Barrel

|9191 Boyd Cooper Pkwy334-244-1085

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $crackerbarrel.com

Davis Cafe D

|518 N Decatur St334-264-6015

Closed: Sat–SunBreakfast $ Lunch $

Derk’s Filet & Vine


Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $filetandvine.com

Eastbrook Cafe


Closed: Sat-SunLunch $ Dinner $eastbrookcafe.com

Eastside Grille

|6667 Atlanta Hwy334-274-1200

Lunch $ Dinner $$eastsidegrille.com

Farmers Market Cafe D

|315 N McDonough St334-262-1970

Closed: Sat–SunBreakfast $ Lunch $farmersmarketcafe.net

Fried Tomato Buffet H

|6050 Atlanta Hwy334-244-6162

Lunch $ Dinner $friedtomatobuffett.com

Gail’s Down The Street Cafe

|2741 Zelda Rd334-279-1009

Closed: SatLunch $ Dinner $gailsdownthestreetcafe.com

Gills H

|1961 Bell St334-356-5183

Closed: Sat-Sun Breakfast $ Lunch $


Martha’s Place H

|7798 Atlanta Hwy334-356-7165

Lunch $ Dinner $marthasplacebuffet.com

Martin’s Restaurant

|1796 Carter Hill Rd334-265-1767

Closed: SatLunch $ Dinner $martinsrestaurant.com

More Up Café

|458 Sayre St334-296-3024

Closed: Thurs-Sat Sunday BrunchBreakfast $ Lunch $

Odessa’s Blessings H

|726 Forest Ave334-265-7726

Closed: Sat-MonLunch $odessasblessings.com

Peyton’s Place

|5336 Atlanta Hwy334-396-3630

Closed: Sat-SunLunch $paytonsplacelunch.tripod.com

Pierce’s Country Cooking

|610 W Fairview Ave334-265-6068

Closed: SunBreakfast $ Lunch $

Red’s Little School House

|20 Gardner Rd334-584-7955

Closed: Mon-TuesLunch $ Dinner $redslittleschoolhouse.com

Simply Southern Cafe H

|3457 McGehee Rd334-391-6185

Closed: MonLunch $

SPORTS BAR & GRILL

Baumhower’s RestaurantH

|2465 Eastern Blvd334-271-1831

Lunch $ Dinner $$baumhowers.com

Baumhower’s of RSA H D

|201 S Union St334-263-8800

Closed: Sat-SunLunch $ Dinner $$baumhowers.com

Irish Bred Pub D

|78 Dexter Ave334-834-7559

Lunch $$ Dinner $$irishbredmontgomery.com

Key Largo Bar & Grill

|1343 Dalraida Rd334-272-1401

Dinner $thekeysbargrill.com

Mugshots Grill & Bar H

|7971 Vaughn Rd334-277-1682

Lunch $$ Dinner $$mugshotsgrillandbar.com

Ric & Mos

|3150 Watchman Dr334-517-1140

Closed: SunDinner $$

Rock Bottom American Pub

|2430 Eastern Blvd334-239-7625

Lunch $ Dinner $rockbottomamericanpub.com

Wing House

|6134 Atlanta Hwy334-356-4674

Lunch $ Dinner $

STEAKHOUSE

Charles Anthony’s Restaurant at the Pub

|10044 Chantilly Pkwy334-281-3911

Closed: SunDinner $$charlesanthonysatthepub.com

Firebirds Woodfire Grill

|7078 Eastchase Pkwy334-819-5132

Lunch $$ Dinner $$firebirdsrestaurants.com

Longhorn Steakhouse H

|4095 Eastern Blvd334-613-7555

Lunch $$ Dinner $$longhornsteakhouse.com

Outback Steakhouse H

|1040 Eastern Blvd334-270-9495

Lunch $$ Dinner $$outback.com

Texas Roadhouse H


Sun: LunchLunch $ Dinner $$texasroadhouse.com

SWEETS & TREATS

Berry Good

|7921 Vaughn Rd334-356-2233

Lunch $ Dinner $

Cake Designs

|3651 Debby Dr334-288-6900

Closed: Sun-Mon Lunch $

California Yogurt Kraze

|3010 Zelda Rd334-356-3716

Lunch $ Dinner $californiayogurtkraze.com

California Yogurt Kraze

|7730 Vaughn Rd334-215-9135

Lunch $ Dinner $californiayogurtkraze.com

Cupcakes by Tish

|1940 Mulberry St334-239-8509

Closed: Sat-SunLunch $ Dinner $cupcakesbytish.com

Cupcakes by Tish H


Lunch $ Dinner $cupcakesbytish.com

GiGi’s Cupcakes H

|7918 Vaughn Rd334-356-3737

Closed: SunLunch $ Dinner $gigiscupcakesusa.com

Jozettie’s Cupcakes

|1404 S Decatur St334-239-9289

Closed: Sun-MonLunch $

Liger’s Bakery H

|3040 McGehee Rd334-288-6550

Closed: SunLunch $ligersgood.com

LuLu’s Cake Shop

|2503 Highland Ave334-356-6224

Closed: Sun-MonLunch $

Nancy’s Italian Ice

|7976 Vaughn Rd334-356-1403

Lunch $ Dinner $nancysice.com

Smoothie King


Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $smoothieking.com

Smoothies & Things Cafe D

|109 S Court St334-241-0770

Breakfast $ Lunch $smoothiesnthingscafe.com

32 Degrees, A Yogurt Bar


Lunch $ Dinner $32yogurt.com

Tropical Smoothie Café

|6542 Atlanta Hwy334-213-2999

Breakfast $ Lunch $ Dinner $tropicalsmoothie.com

Speak Southern?If you’re not from around here, some of the lingo you’ll read and hear at area restaurants may be confusing. Here’s a little dictionary to help decipher Southern food speak.

Meat & Three: Usually refers to more casual “home cooking” spots and means the menu offers a plate with your choice of one meat (fried chicken, country fried steak, fried catfish — sensing a pattern here?) and three sides, usually Southern-style vegetables like fried okra, fried green tomatoes, squash casserole, creamed corn, collard greens (see definition below) and more. Often served with cornbread or biscuit.

Grits: A creamy, savory porridge-like dish made from ground hominy and often embellished with cheese. Shrimp & Grits is a favorite Dixie dish.

Sweet Tea: The default setting when you order a glass of iced-tea down here. And sweet means S-W-E-E-T. Specify “unsweet” if you don’t want any sugar. Or ask for half-and-half for just a little sweetness.

Collard Greens: Collards are leafy green veggies that are packed full of vitamins. They’re most often slow-cooked for hours with some kind of pork fat for flavoring. Look for a glass bottle with little green peppers in vinegar on your table; it’s pepper sauce, and it’s meant to be sprinkled on your collards.

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1048 Jazz & Blues Club|1104 E Fairview Ave, 36106

334-834-10481048jazzandblues.com

Barra Hookah Lounge|1408 Madison Ave, 36104

334-834-7980facebook.com/barrahookah

Blue Byrd’s|6804 Atlanta Hwy, 36117

334-356-4690bluebyrdbar.com

Bud’s|1018 E Fairview Ave, 36106

334-356-3866

Capitol Oyster Bar|617 Shady St, 36104

334-239-8958capitoloysterbar.com

Eastside Grille|6667 Atlanta Hwy, 36117

334-274-1200eastsidegrille.com

Graham Woods|1048 E Fairview Ave, 36106

334-387-3333

Havana Dreamin|2061 Carter Hill Rd, 36106

334-262-3131havanadreamin.com

Head on the Door|5028 Vaughn Rd, 36116

334-270-1928

Kangaroo Jacks|557 N East Blvd, 36109

334-356-1355

Key Largo Bar & Grill|1343 Dalraida Rd, 36109

334-272-1401

La Jolla|6854 EastChase Pkwy, 36117

334-356-2600lajollamontgomery.com

Leroy|2752 Boultier St, 36106

334-356-7127facebook.com/leroylounge

Liquids|5060 Vaughn Rd, 36117

334-649-2300facebook.com/liquidsclub

Pine Bar|501 Cloverdale Rd, 36106

334-239-9061thepinebar.com

Ric & Mo’s|3150 Watchman Dr, 36116

334-517-1140facebook.com/ricandmos

Rock Bottom American Pub|2430 Eastern Blvd, 36117

334-239-7625rockbottomamericanpub.com

Stucky’s|5040 Vaughn Rd

334-239-7012

The Twisted Monkey|553 N East Blvd, 36117

334-356-3509

AlleyBar|166 Commerce St

334-387-3333alleybarmontgomery.com

AviatorBAR|166 Commerce St

334-387-3333

The Bucket|166 Commerce St

334-387-3333

One 2 Zero2

|120 Madison Ave334-245-2320

doubletreemontgomery.com

Dreamland BBQ |101 Tallapoosa St

334-273-7427dreamlandbbq.com

The Exchange|201 Tallapoosa St

334-481-5165houserestaurantmontgomery.com

Fountain Court Lounge|300 Tallapoosa St

334-269-5055

50/50|129 Montgomery St

334-612-7755

Irish Bred Pub |78 Dexter Ave

334-834-7559irishbredmontgomery.com

La Salle Bleu & Sous La Terre |82A-B Commerce St

334-265-2069

Nineteen Wine Bar & Bistro|19 Commerce St

334-262-1190

Railyard Brewing Company|12 W Jefferson St

334-262-0080railyardbrewingcompany.com

SandBAR at the Silos|355 Coosa St

334-387-3333 OPEN SEASONALLYfacebook.com/sandbaratthesilos

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Tipping Point |5015 Hampstead High St, 36117

334-260-9110tippingpointhampstead.comA casual restaurant, coffee shop and bar that features a playful menu inspired by some of America’s coolest cities. It also offers an extensive beer selection, wine by the glass, specialty cocktails and weekly live music.

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a. Irish Car BombIrish Bred Pub334-834-7559

b. BellringerThe Exchange334-481-5165

c. MargaritaCucos334-271-3528

d. The WeekenderWintzell’s334-262-4257

e. Apple MartiniGarrett’s334-396-9950

f. Day in the ShadeFountain Court Lounge334-269-5055

g. Central PassionCentral334-517-1155

h. Tokyo TeaWasabi334-517-1555

i. MugTaiMugshots334-277-1682

j. Atomic PlumKabuki334-273-8885

k. Charleston FizzTipping Point334-260-9110

l. Dunn & DoneTRUE334-356-3814

m. Pomegranate MartiniSinclair’s334-271-7654

n. Chocolate MartiniOne 2 Zero2

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Alabama Artists Gallery|201 Monroe St #110, 36104

334-242-4076arts.alabama.govAn ongoing showcase of the work of Alabama artists. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri. D

Alabama Shakespeare Festival |One Festival Dr, 36117

1-800-841-4ASF or 334-271-5353asf.netRanked one of the Top Ten largest Shakespeare Theatres in the world, this internationally acclaimed theatre offers so much more than Shakespeare. Admission charge. Call for schedule. Open Mon – Sun and performance nights.

Capri Theatre |1045 E Fairview Ave, 36106

334-262-4858 capritheatre.orgThe Capri was built in 1941 and offers Montgomery’s only independent cinema. Admission charge. Call for schedule.

F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Museum |919 Felder Ave, 36106

334-264-4222fitzgeraldmuseum.netTour the home of literary legends F. Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald, where they lived from October 1931 through April 1932. Admission charge. Open Wed – Sun.

Faulkner University Dinner Theatre |5345 Atlanta Hwy, 36109

334-386-7190faulkner.edu/campuslife/dinnertheatre.aspEnjoy Broadway-style family entertainment in a Christian-based atmosphere. Call for schedule. Admission charge.

Hank Williams Memorial|1304 Upper Wetumpka Rd, 36104

funinmontgomery.comLegendary country music singer Hank Williams’ final resting place. Free admission. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk. D

Hank Williams Museum |118 Commerce St, 36104

334-262-3600thehankwilliamsmuseum.netThis popular attraction pays tribute to one of the most revered and loved country music writers and performers. Admission charge. Open Mon–Sun. D

Hank Williams Statue |Lister Hill Plaza, N Perry St, 36104

funinmontgomery.comA life-size statue of the famed country music legend Hank Williams stands across from the old city auditorium. Free admission. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk. D

Montgomery Performing Arts Centre|201 Tallapoosa St, 36104

334-481-5100mpaconline.orgThis 1,800-seat, state-of-the-art facility is large enough for first-run Broadway shows, yet intimate enough to view a wide variety of concerts, operas, comedy acts, kids shows as well as performances by local arts groups. Admission charge. Call for schedule. D

Riverwalk Amphitheater |355 Coosa St, 36104

334-625-2100funinmontgomery.comThe Amphitheater is perfect for picnics, concerts, movies, plays, productions and more. The Splash Pad offers a fountain of water for children to play in. Call for schedule. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk. D

Troy University’s Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts |251 Montgomery St, 36104

334-241-9567montgomery.troy.edu/davistheatre/The annual Subscriber Series is comprised of touring productions of Broadway shows to concerts. Admission charge. Call for schedule. D

Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts |One Museum Dr, 36117

334-240-4333mmfa.orgIts collection includes 19th and 20th century American paintings, Southern regional art, Old Master prints and decorative art. In 2014, the museum is celebrating 25 years in Blount Cultural Park. Free admission. Open Tue–Sun.

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Class is in session every day

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village, where six blocks of

historic architecture present

how early Americans of all

backgrounds lived.

Discounts to military, AAA & seniorsFor more information & calendar, visit OldAlabamaTown.comLocated in Downtown Montgomery | 301 Columbus St

888-240-1850

open mon-sat 9 am to 4 pm

at old alabama town

POWERFUL! This small museum tells how young people risked their lives to help end racial segregation in our nation.

Fri-Sat, 12-4pm; or by appointment for groups of 10 or more.

Fri-Sat, 12-4pm; or by appointmentfor groups of 10 or more.

334-242-3935210 S. Court St., Montgomery, Alabama 36104www.freedomridesmuseum.org

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Alabama Cattlemen’s Association “MOOseum”|201 S Bainbridge St, 36102

334-265-1867bamabeef.orgA hands-on children’s educational center with a unique agricultural theme. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri. D

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama|700 Hyundai Blvd, 36105

334-387-8019 hmmausa.comEnjoy a guided tram tour while wearing safety glasses and a headset. Call for tour schedule. Free admission.

Ice Palace |1000 Eastdale Mall, 36109

334-277-2088eastdale-mall.com/icepalaceIce skate year-round in Alabama’s only ice rink inside a mall. Admission charge. Open daily.

Mann Wildlife Learning Museum |325 Vandiver Blvd, 36110

334-240-4900mannmuseum.comVisit the Mann Museum and witness North American wildlife in realistic settings that reflect their natural habitats. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.

Montgomery Zoo |2301 Coliseum Pkwy, 36110

334-240-4900montgomeryzoo.comThe Montgomery Zoo has over 500 animals in natural habitats divided into five continents. The Zoofari Sky Lift takes you on a ride high above the ground, giving you a birds-eye view of the animals and exhibits. Paddleboats, a playground and a train are additional amusements. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.

Riverboat – Harriott II|End of Commerce St

at Riverwalk, 36104334-625-2100funinmontgomery.comTake a ride on the Harriott II and enjoy a scenic ride along the Alabama River. Admission charge. Call for schedule. D

W.A. Gayle Planetarium |1010 Forest Ave, 36106

334-625-4799 montgomery.troy.edu/planet/ The planetarium hosts an auditorium designed especially for simulating the natural sky. Admission charge. Open Mon-Thurs and Sun.

Riverwalk Amphitheater |355 Coosa St, 36104

334-625-2100funinmontgomery.comThe Amphitheater is perfect for picnics, concerts, movies, plays, productions and more. The Splash Pad offers a fountain of water for children to play in. Call for schedule. Open Mon – Sun dawn to dusk. D

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Railroad artifacts and memorabilia in restored depots.Train Rides & Family Friendly Special Events throughout the year.

Special Exhibit for 2013! The Role of the Pullman Porter & The Civil Rights Movement

For information and tickets www.HODRRM.org

Relive the golden age of railroading at theHeart of Dixie Railroad Museum

Ride the Train!


Alabama Judicial Building |300 Dexter Ave, 36104

334-229-0700judicial.alabama.govVisit the Alabama Supreme Court and the Courts of Criminal and Civil Appeals. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri. D

Alabama State Capitol |600 Dexter Ave, 36104

334-242-3935preserveala.org/capitoltour.htm Visit the spot where Jefferson Davis took the oath of office as President of the Confederate States of America and where the Civil Rights March ended. Guided tours are available. Free admission. Open Mon – Sat. D

City of Saint Jude |2048 W Fairview Ave, 36108

334-265-6791Visit the final campsite of the Selma-to-Montgomery March and site of the “Stars for Freedom” rally. Free admission. Open Mon – Fri.

Court Square Fountain |Intersection of Commerce St and

Dexter Ave, 36104This beautiful fountain was built in 1885 over an existing artesian basin. D

Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church |454 Dexter Ave, 36104

334-263-3970dexterkingmemorial.orgIn this National Historic Landmark, see the modest pulpit where Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. first preached his message of hope and brotherhood. Admission charge. Open Tue – Sat. D

Dexter Parsonage Museum |309 S Jackson St, 36104

334-261-3270dexterkingmemorial.orgDr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his family lived here from 1954 to 1960 while he led the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Admission charge. Open Tues – Sat. D

First White House of the Confederacy |644 Washington Ave, 36104

334-242-1861firstwhitehouse.orgThis 1835 home became the residence of Confederate President Jefferson Davis and his family during the spring of 1861 when Montgomery served as the Capital of the Confederacy. Free admission. Open Mon - Sat; Closed Sun and holidays. D

Freedom Rides Museum |210 S Court, 36104

334-242-3935freedomridesmuseum.orgLocated in Montgomery’s historic Greyhound Bus Station, the museum features the Road to Equality–The 1961 Freedom Rides art exhibit. Admission charge. Call to schedule tour. D

Governor’s Mansion |1142 Perry St, 36104

334-834-3022firstlady.alabama.govBuilt in 1906, this graceful mansion has been home to the Governor of Alabama since its purchase in 1950. Free admission.

Museum of Alabama |624 Washington Ave, 36104

334-242-4364 archives.alabama.govLocated in the Alabama Department of Archives and History, the museum features all new exhibits that tell the story of Alabama. Free admission. Open Mon – Sat. Research Room open Tues – Fri. D

National Center for the Study of Civil Rights & African American Culture|1345 Carter Hill Rd, 36106

334-229-4876lib.alasu.edu/natctr/index.htmlView Civil Rights and African American cultural exhibits. Free admission. Open Mon–Tues; Thurs – Sun.

Old Alabama Town |301 Columbus St, 36104

334-240-4500oldalabamatown.comThis 19th-century village covering six blocks features completely authentic homes and buildings that have been saved from demolition, carefully restored and reopened to the public as a living history museum. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat. D

Rosa Parks Library and Museum & Children’s Wing |252 Montgomery St, 36104

334-241-8615montgomery.troy.edu/rosaparks/museum/Experience the energy and emotion of the Montgomery Bus Boycott at this museum, which transports witnesses to the fateful day on December 1, 1955. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat. D

St. John’s Episcopal Church |113 Madison Ave, 36104

334-262-1937 stjohnsmontgomery.org St. John’s was built in 1855. Jefferson Davis’ pew and a Tiffany window are among its unique attributes. D

Civil Rights Memorial & Center |400 Washington Ave, 36104

334-956-8479splcenter.orgDedicated to those who died during the modern Civil Rights Movement, the wall includes excerpts of the historical speech by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial – Free admission. Open Mon – Sun, dawn to dusk. Center – Admission charge. Open Mon – Sat. D

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334.264.4222919 FELDER AVE.,MONTGOMERY 36106

“…another of Montgomery's best kept secrets. Just to walk in the house is to know you've traced the footsteps of one of the most dynamic and literary couples to ever live.” – – Insiderpages.com

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Wynton M. Blount Cultural ParkOne Museum Drive | Montgomery, AL 36117

Phone: 334.240.4333Email: [email protected]

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3001 Jasmine Hill Rd., Wetumpka, AL 36093www.jasminehill.org • 334-567-6463

H Open to the public Fri-Sun (Mar. 1 - June 30) & Saturdays (July 6 - Oct. 26)H Over 20 acres of year-round floral beauty and classical sculptureH Tour groups are welcome year-round with reservationsH Wedding receptions in Olympian Centre Grand Hall & CottageH Located only 20 minutes from Montgomery off Hwy. 231 North

Alabama Nature Center |3050 Lanark Rd, Millbrook, AL 36054

800-822-9453alabamawildlife.orgThe Alabama Nature Center is a 350-acre planned-use outdoor education facility with five miles of boardwalks and trails traversing forests, fields, streams, wetlands and ponds. Free admission. Call for schedule.

Blount Cultural Park |6055 Vaughn Rd, 36116

funinmontgomery.comThis 350-acre park is reminiscent of the English countryside and houses the Alabama Shakespeare Festival and the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts. Free Admission. Open seven days a week, dawn to dusk, unless reserved for a private party.

Confederate Memorial Park|437 County Rd 63, Marbury, AL 36051

confederatepark.comExplore the 102-acre park with historic buildings, nature trails and picnic pavilions.

Downtown Farm|425 Molton St, 36104

hampsteadinstitute.orgThis all-natural urban farm offers community planting beds and exciting learning opportunities with the farmer in residence. D

Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum |3001 Jasmine Hill Rd

Wetumpka, AL 36093 334-263-5713 or 334-567-6463jasminehill.orgThis incredible 20-acre garden features mythical gods and Olympian heroes with beautiful

flowers year round. Open March through the end of June from 9am-5pm Fri–Sat and from 12pm-5pm on Sun. Open July-Oct on Saturdays. Admission charge.

Shakespeare Garden & Amphitheatre |6055 Vaughn Rd, 36117

334-271-5300 funinmontgomery.comThis is one of seven such gardens in the USA, which features plants and flowers mentioned in Shakespeare’s plays. Free admission.

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Explore 18th c. French and 19th c. American frontier life in this large rural park. Frequent living

history events, nature trail, campsites, and a museum are only 20 miles north of Montgomery.

Park: Sunrise-Sunset. Visitor Center: 8am-5pm.Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day.

3334-567-3002www.fttoulousejackson.org

www.preserveala.org/forttoulousejackson.aspx 2521 W. Fort Toulouse Rd., Wetumpka, Alabama 36093

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Park: 6am-dusk. Museum: 9am-5pm.

Closed State holidays.

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Learn about veterans' lives in war and afterward in this modern, interactive museum. Explore the 102 acre park, with historic buildings, nature trail, picnic pavilions and restrooms.

205-755-1990437 Co. Road 63 Marbury, Alabama 36051www.confederatepark.com www.preservala.org/confederatepark.aspx

Site of Alabama's only Home for Confederate veterans.

30 Finley Avenue, Montgomery334-241-8824 • Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00

Located across from the back entrance to the Mansion

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Enjoy Montgomery’s mild climate by exploring the city’s varied nightlife on foot. Two walkable districts make it easy and fun to pop in and out of several spots without putting down your drink.

Downtown

The Downtown Entertainment District stretches from the Riverfront to Irish Bred Pub at the corner of Dexter Avenue and Perry Street.

Cloverdale

Cloverdale offers two exciting Entertainment Districts. One encompasses several blocks on Fairview Ave from 1048 Jazz & Blues to El Rey and everything in between. The other, on Cloverdale Road, includes TRUE, Derks Filet & Vine, Pine Bar and Chophouse.

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1. Alabama Shakespeare Festival

2. Capri Theatre

3. City of St. Jude

4. F. Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald Museum

5. Faulkner University Dinner Theatre

6. Governor’s Mansion

7. Hank Williams Memorial

8. Hyundai Motor Mfg. Alabama

9. Ice Palace

10. Mann Wildlife Learning Museum

11. Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts

12. Montgomery Zoo

13. National Center for the Study of

Civil Rights & African American

Culture at ASU

14. W. A. Gayle Planetarium

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BASEBALL & SOFTBALL

Buddy Watson Park|1801 Taylor Rd, 36117

334-625-2300funinmontgomery.com

Catoma Ball Fields|1780 Mitchell Young Rd, 36108


Dean Fain Park|8700 Minnie Brown Rd, 36117


Gateway Park Ball Field|3800 Davenport Pkwy, 36108


Lagoon Park Batting Cages-Slugger Sport|2855 Lagoon Park Dr, 36109

334-395-6699sluggersport.com

Lagoon Park Softball Complex|2855 Lagoon Park Dr, 36109

334-271-7016lagoonparksoftball.com

Montgomery Biscuits Baseball|200 Coosa St, 36104

334-323-2255biscuitsbaseball.com

Montgomery East - AUM|250 Brown Springs Rd, 36117


Paterson Field|1215 Madison Ave, 36107


Thompson Park|1655 Ray Thorington Rd, 36117


BASKETBALL

Dunn-Oliver Acadome|1595 Robert C. Hatch Dr, 36101

334-229-4529alasu.edu

FOOTBALL

Cramton Bowl|1022 Madison Ave, 36104

334-261-1100visitingmontgomery.com

Hornet Stadium at Alabama State University|915 S Jackson St, 36104

334-229-6750alasu.edu

Multiplex at Cramton Bowl|220 Hall St, 36104

334-261-1100visitingmontgomery.comBrand new 90,000-square-foot indoor sports facility adjacent to Cramton Bowl. Admission varies. Call for schedule. D

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allowing friends to see and follow your capital

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Creek Casino Montgomery|1801 Eddie L. Tullis Rd, 36117

334-273-9003creekcasinomontgomery.com

Wind Creek Wetumpka|100 River Oaks Dr

Wetumpka, AL 36092334-514-0469windcreekwetumpka.com

GUN RANGE & ARCHERY

Montgomery Indoor Shooting Complex|5765 Carmichael Pkwy

334-215-2255

MOTORSPORTS

Montgomery Motorsports Park|2600 N Belt Dr, 36110

334-260-9660mmpdragracing.com

Montgomery Motor Speedway|480 Booth Rd, 36108

334-262-6101montgomeryspeedway.com

MULTI-PURPOSE

Garrett Coliseum|1555 Federal Dr, 36107

334-242-5597thegarrettcoliseum.com

River Skate Park|301 Bibb St, 36104


SOCCER

Emory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex |300 Brown Springs Rd, 36117

334-261-1100visitingmontgomery.com

TENNIS

Lagoon Park Tennis Center |2855 Lagoon Park Dr, 36109


O’Conner Tennis Center|500 Anderson St, 36107



Cottonwood Golf Club|7160 Byron Nelson Blvd, 36116

334-281-3344cottonwoodgolfclub.com

Emerald Mountain Golf Club|254 Mountain View Dr

Wetumpka, AL 36093334-514-8082emeraldmountaingolfclub.com

Gateway Park Golf Course |3800 Davenport Pkwy, 36105

334-284-7920playmontgomerygolf.com

Hole In 1|1751 Eastern Blvd, 36117

334-593-4647holein1screengolf.com

Lagoon Park Golf Course|2855 Lagoon Park Dr, 36109

334-240-4050playmontgomerygolf.com

RTJ–Cambrian Ridge|101 Sunbelt Pkwy

Greenville, AL 36037334-382-9787rtjgolf.com

RTJ–Capitol Hill |2600 Constitution Ave

Prattville, AL 36066334-285-1114rtjgolf.com

RTJ–Grand National|3000 Robert Trent Jones Trail

Opelika, AL 36801334-749-9042rtjgolf.com

Tallapoosa Lakes Golf Course|1501 Dozier Rd, 36117

334-260-4900tlakesgolf.com

IN THE SWING OF THINGS OUR GOLF COURSES ARE ALWAYS UP TO PAR

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Bass Pro Shop |2553 Rocky Mount Rd

Prattville, AL 36066334-290-6400basspro.comThe store offers the area’s largest selection of quality outdoor gear. Free admission. Open Mon – Sun. Coosa Outdoor Center|172 River Rd

Wetumpka, AL 36092334-201-5510coosaoutdoorcenter.comWhether interested in camping, renting canoes or sit-on-top kayaks, the staff at COC is ready to assist you. Prices vary. Call for schedule.

Coosa River Adventures|415 Company St

Wetumpka, AL 36092334-514-0279coosariveradventures.comCoosa River Adventures outfits you with a canoe or sit-on-top kayak and provides access to the launch site. Prices vary. Call for schedule.

Ft. Toulouse/Jackson Park |2521 W Fort Toulouse Rd

Wetumpka, AL 36093334-567-3002fttoulousejackson.orgA 1700s French fort in a 165-acre park amidst the rural setting at the confluence of the Coosa and Tallapoosa Rivers. Admission charge. Open Mon – Sun.

Lower Wetumpka Shotgun Sports Club|4758 Lower Wetumpka Rd, 36110

334-420-3371This complex offers two sporting clays courses, a covered five-stand, wobble trap, skeet field, archery and continental pheasant hunts. Call for hours.

Prattville Powersports|1548 US 82 Prattville, 36037

334-361-3988Enjoy canoeing, kayaking or just a lazy innertube ride down the Autauga Creek. Prices vary. Call for schedule.

Tulotoma Outdoors|104A Main St

Wetumpka, 36092334-312-3214Tulotoma Outdoors offers sit-on-top kayaks on the Coosa River. Prices vary. Call for schedule.

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Get the inside scoop on all the cool events happening and cool spots to hang out from the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitor Bureau.

Check out our weekly picks for “What’s Cool This Weekend”visitingmontgomery.com

Stay in the know and like the CVB Capital COOL Facebook page:facebook.com/MontgomeryCapitalCool

n Promotional Video for Groups

n Official Visitor Guide

n Event Planner

n Audio Tours

n Local Maps

Traveler’s TipOn My Trip is a cool new feature on visitingmontgomery.com. While exploring the website and all the city offers, OMT lets you easily bookmark attractions, restaurants and more that you want to check out once you get here. It’s a simple way to plan ahead and make sure you get the most out of your time in Montgomery!

Look Inward.Rosa Parks Museum and Children’s Wing Step back in time and experience the sights and sounds that forever changed our country. This state-of-the-art, interactive museum features multi-media presentations and hands-on exhibits honoring the historic decision of one woman.

Rosa Parks Museum ticket prices: 12 years and under $5.50; over 12 years $7.50Mon. - Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Sat. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Sun. and Holidays - Special engagements only

(334) 241-8661252 Montgomery St.Montgomery, AL 36104

W. A. Gayle PlanetariumOne of the largest planetariums in the Southeast, the W. A. Gayle Planetarium offers a spectacular variety of out-of-this-world shows, exhibits and programs.

Gaze Skyward.

www.troy.edu

Mon. - Thur. 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Fri. 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Sun. - 1 show onlySat. and Holidays - Special engagements only

(334) 241-47991010 Forest Ave.Montgomery, AL 36106

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PLANNING A FAMILY REUNION?

We can provide services and resources throughout the planning stages of your reunion. Go to visitingmontgomery.com or call 800-240-9452 to request a detailed planning guide with valuable tips and a complete planning checklist.


TAKE YOUR TRIP HOME FILL YOUR BAGS WITH THESE MONTGOMERY-MADE ITEMS

Anchor and Daisy Jewelry|hue studio, inc.

501 Cloverdale Rd 334-239-8884huestudioinc.comHandmade jewelry created by a local designer using salvaged wood

Wicks ‘N Willow Candles|The Stop at

Union Station300 Water St 334-261-1121visitingmontgomery.comHand-poured soy candles in antique cups and containers

Alabama Clay|The Stop at

Union Station300 Water St 334-261-1121visitingmontgomery.comCrafted by a local artist with clay from the River Region

Governor’s Mansion Candles|The Governor’s

Mansion Gift Shop30 Finely Ave334-241-8824Custom-scented for the Mansion with aromas that tie into Alabama’s heritage

Capitol Candles|The Goat Hill

Museum Store600 Dexter Ave334-353-4969Candles made especially for Goat Hill and are available in Sweet Home Alabama, Kudzu and Southern Belle

Faceless Angels|The Stop at

Union Station300 Water St 334-261-1121visitingmontgomery.comBy local artist Donnie Sasser

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Special thanks to hue studio, inc. and The Velvet Pumpkin for items used in the photo and to Sturbridge Plantation for use of their clubhouse. Model: Samantha Luster, Photography: Carter Photography & Design


Unique souvenirs, gifts & artist-made items made in

& about Alabama.

Store hours: Mon - Fri 8:00-4:30, Sat 9:00-4:00

Located inside the State Capitol on the Union Street Side600 Dexter Ave. , Montgomery, AL 36104


STYLE SAVVY

Eve’s Studio

|2026 Clubview Dr334-262-8888

evesstudiollc.com

Focus on Fashion


focus-on-fashion.com

hue studio

|501 Cloverdale Rd #102334-239-8884

huestudioinc.com

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Storkland/Name Dropper


storkland.net

STYLE SAVVY FOR MEN

Buckelew’s, Inc.

|7012 Vaughn Rd334-279-5147

JoS. A. Bank

|2960 Zelda Rd334-279-8838

josbank.com

The Locker Room

|1717 Carter Hill Rd334-262-1788

tlrclothiers.com

DECK THE WALLS

The Dauber Gallery

|130 Commerce St, Suite 102 D334-538-4677

daubergallery.com

Gallery One Fine Art


galleryonefineart.com

Stonehenge & Stonehenge Lighting


stonehengegallery.com

THE PERFECT GIFTS

Capitol’s Rosemont Gardens

|2210 Rosemont Place334-834-7731

capitolrosemont.com

Charlotte’s Jewelry

|8161 Vaughn Rd334-396-1991

charlottesdiamondjewelers.com

Fine Line Engravers & Gifts

|1651 Perry Hill Rd334-281-7577

finelineengravers.com

Goat Hill Museum Store

|600 Dexter Ave D334-353-4969

Marquirette’s Exquisite Jewelry

|7818 Vaughn Rd334-270-0074

marquirettes.com

Quite The Pair

|15 Mitylene Park Lane334-356-8745

Southern Bullion Coin & Jewelry

|6371 Atlanta Hwy334-356-5116

sbcoin.com

Two Blessings

|8127 Vaughn Rd334-647-1745

Ware Jewelers


warejewelers.com

You Name It

|5350-A Atlanta Hwy334-272-9878

younameitinfo.com

BE SPECIFIC

Ashley Gilbreath Interior Design

|514 Cloverdale Rd, #E & F334-262-3231

ashleygilbreath.com

B. Barganier Interior Accents

|2960-B Zelda Rd334-215-1003

Bass Pro Shops

|2553 Rocky Mt Rd, Prattville334-290-6400

basspro.com

Elite Music Sales, LLC

|12 W Jefferson St, Suite 150 D334-215-0215

elitemusicsales.com

Fleet Feet Sports

|2934 Carter Hill Rd334-356-5412

fleetfeetmontgomery.com

Henig Furs, Inc.

|4135 Carmichael Rd334-277-7610

henigfurs.com

GOURMET GOODIES

Edible Arrangements

|3000 Zelda Rd334-270-2888

ediblearrangements.com

Filet & Vine, Inc.


filetandvine.com

Peppertree Streaks & Wine

|8101 Vaughn Rd334-271-6328

steaksnwine.com

Priesters Pecan Company

|208 Old Fort Rd, East, Fort Deposit334-227-4301

priesters.com

Tucker Pecan

|350 N McDonough St 334-262-4471

tuckerpecan.com

ALL TOGETHER NOW

Eastdale Mall

|1000 Eastdale Mall334-277-7380

eastdale-mall.com

The Shoppes at EastChase


theshoppesateastchase.com

DISCOVER TREASURES

Eastbrook Flea Market & Antique Mall, Inc.


Montgomery Antiques & Interiors, LLC

|1955 Eastern Blvd334-277-2490

Pickwick Antiques, Inc.

|3851 Interstate Ct334-279-1481

pickwickantiques.com

S.A.C.’s Gallery

|529 S Perry St334-265-9931

sacsgallery.org

The Stop at Union Station D300 Water St334-261-1121visitingmontgomery.comStop in for memorable gifts with a Southern accent, including local artwork, food products and more.

SHOPPING WE’VE GOT RETAIL THERAPY IN THE BAG

MONTGOMERY

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Your Source for Everything SouthernStop in for memorable gifts with a Southern accent. Montgomery’s

most unique shopping experience for locally crafted artwork, Alabama food products, clothing with Southern attitude & so much more.

300 Water Street, Historic Union Station |Mon–Sat 8:30am-5pm |334.261.1121

UNION STATIONat

TtM o n t g o m e r y , A l a b a m a

Inside the Visitor Center

THE FUN STARTS HERE THE MONTGOMERY AREA VISITOR CENTER IN HISTORIC UNION STATION

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The Visitor Center is your one-stop spot for fun and information. Check out the many services you’ll find to help you get the most out of every minute you’re with us.

n Civil Rights and Civil War Audio Tours

n Informative video that hits the city’s highlights

n Detailed itineraries and information

n Trolley Tour of historic downtown

n Restaurant, attraction and hotel recommendations

You’ll find it all at the Montgomery Area Visitor Center.300 Water StreetMontgomery, Alabama, 36104334-262-0013


129 Coosa334-517-1121 129coosa.com

Alabama Activity Center 334-269-0222 montgomery-catering.com

Alabama State University 334-229-4529alasu.edu

AlleyBAR334-387-3333alleybarmontgomery.com

Alley Station334-277-1077alleystation.com

Auburn University at Montgomery 334-244-3295aum.edu/reservations

Capital City Club 334-834-8920capitalmontgomery.com

Chapel Hill Meeting House at The Waters334-272-3200thewatersal.com

Club Room at Hampstead334-270-6700hampsteadliving.com

Gateway Park Lodge334-284-7920 funinmontgomery.com

The Grandma Home House Retreat334-215-7338 thegrandmahomehouseretreat.com

Hank Williams Museum334-262-3600 thehankwilliamsmuseum.net

Harriott II Riverboat334-625-2100 funinmontgomery.com

Hillcrest Manor334-264-8253 hillcrestmanorbedandbreakfast.com

Jasmine Hill Gardens334-567-6463 jasminehill.org

Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts334-240-4333 mmfa.org

Montgomery Zoo334-240-4900 montgomeryzoo.com

The Oaks Plantation334-260-8116 theoaksplantation.com

Riverwalk Stadium & Riverwalk Amphitheater334-625-2100 funinmontgomery.com

RSA Plaza Terrace334-269-0222 montgomery-catering.com

Shakespeare Gardens & Amphitheater334-271-5300 asf.net

Troy University’s Davis Theatre334-241-9543 montgomery.troy.edu

Troy University’s Whitley Hall334-241-9543 montgomery.troy.edu

Union Station334-261-1120 visitingmontgomery.com

Union Station Train Shed334-625-2100 funinmontgomery.com

W.A. Gayle Planetarium334-625-4799 montgomery.troy.edu

Young House334-264-7480 jenniewellercatering.com

UNIQUE VENUES UNIQUE SPACES AND OUTDOOR PLACES FOR ANY EVENT

MONTGOMERY

STAY


Call the Private Events Department today to book your next event!

Catering services and extensive amenities.

Mention this ad to receive a complimentary upgrade on your next event with us.

201 Monroe Street, 21st FloorMontgomery, AL 36104

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The Cellar24 capacityBoardroom table and lounge with soft seating The River Room100 capacitySeats 48 at rounds, includes private patio with soft seating

129 Coosa300 capacitySeats 144 at rounds, includes private 2nd floor balcony

For Extraordinary events, We’ve Got Your numberFrom 10 to 300 we can accommodate your private event with three unique venues.

Central is located in the heart of Montgomery’s downtown entertainment district at 129 Coosa St. Montgomery, AL, 36104. To book an event please call 334-517-1121 or visit www.central129coosa.com and www.129coosa.com.

SURROUNDEDBY FACESSURROUNDEDBY FRIENDS

New in town? Get involved at Auburn Montgomery.

At AUM you’ll find an easy campus vibe that promotes friendship and getting to know one another. Continuing Education offers programs and activities for all ages, including children and senior citizens. The Wellness Center is also open to all students and friends of AUM. So why search for people to meet and things to do when you don’t have to? Call us today to learn more about what AUM has for you.

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WHERE LEARNING MATTERS MOST FIND OUT MORE 334-244-3615


CALLING ALL GROUPS! WHAT THE MONTGOMERY CVB CAN DO FOR YOU

MONTGOMERY

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With a wide array of services and helpful advice delivered by a knowledgeable, friendly team, the Montgomery CVB makes FUN convenient and affordable for groups of any kind and any size.

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n Step-On-Guide Service

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WE THINK MONTGOMERY IS A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT, BUT DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT.

“A visit to the The Civil Rights Memorial in Montgom-ery is a stirring experience.” -Southeastern Group Tour magazine

“[In Montgomery] Tourists can stand and look out from the pulpit where Dr. King once preached, and they can visit the basement ...

where movement leaders hatched plans for the year-long Montgomery Bus Boycott.” -The Wall Street Journal

“With the addition of restaurants and nightlife near the Riverwalk Stadium, Montgomery is livelier than ever.” -Southern Living magazine

“The city [Montgomery] is the civil rights movement’s ground zero.” -USA Today

“Montgomery doesn’t try to hide its past. Memori-

als, tourist sites and a narrated trolley ride tell the stories.”-Atlanta Journal Constitution

What They Say...

120 Madison AvenueMontgomery, Alabama 36104

334.245.2320

Hampton InnMontgomery South Airport

60 Wasden RoadHope Hull, Alabama 36043

334.280.9592

Fairfiled Inn Montgomery Airport South

7560 Mobile HighwayMontgomery, Alabama 36105

334.281.6882

Hampton Inn & SuitesMontgomery-Downtown

100 Commerce StreetMontgomery, Alabama 36104

334.265.1010


“With the addition of restaurants and nightlife near the Riverwalk Stadium, Montgomery is livelier than ever.” -Southern Living magazine

120 Madison AvenueMontgomery, Alabama 36104

334.245.2320

Hampton InnMontgomery South Airport

60 Wasden RoadHope Hull, Alabama 36043

334.280.9592

Fairfiled Inn Montgomery Airport South

7560 Mobile HighwayMontgomery, Alabama 36105

334.281.6882

Hampton Inn & SuitesMontgomery-Downtown

100 Commerce StreetMontgomery, Alabama 36104

334.265.1010


Embassy Suites Hotel and Montgomery Conference Center300 Tallapoosa StMontgomery, AL 36104334-269-5055embassysuitesmontgomery.com

Located in downtown Montgomery, Embassy Suites Hotel and Montgomery Conference Center combines an upscale, full-service, all-suite hotel with stellar service and a diverse array of amenities. It is right next to the Montgomery Area Visitor Center and the Montgomery Convention Center. Only nine miles from the Montgomery Regional Airport, Embassy Suites offers complementary airport shuttles. Embassy Suites has 15,000 square feet of meeting space including a ballroom and breakout rooms. Celebrate a special event or meeting for up to 1,000 guests in one of the hotel’s versatile meeting rooms. Embassy Suites offers a fully equipped BusinessLink™ business center. Enjoy all the additional amenities including 2 room suites, and free cooked-to-order breakfast.

Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center201 Tallapoosa St, Montgomery, AL 36104 334-481-5000renaissancemontgomery.com

The Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa and the adjacent Convention Center have brought much more to downtown Montgomery than an impressive new shadow on the skyline. Contemporary styling married with classic Southern hospitality combine with the

hotel’s long list of amenities. With 342 rooms, ample and flexible meeting spaces, a European spa, a restaurant, fitness center and more all in one place, this AAA Four Diamond property is quickly becoming the premier destination for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel offers a 14,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom on the main level and provides meeting space with 18 breakout rooms that total 14,000 square feet. The Convention Center has over 73,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space.

SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY FULL SERVICE HOTELS MEETING YOUR NEEDS

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STAY


Holiday Inn Montgomery Airport South96 Folmar Pkwy, Montgomery, AL 36105 334-288-3858holidayinn.com/montgomeryal

This Montgomery, Alabama hotel is conveniently located off I-65 and only minutes away from the Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM). This full-service hotel, on the south side of historic downtown Montgomery, has the amenities to ensure your satisfaction. Families and business travelers alike will enjoy dining in Magnolia’s Cafe or the convenience of in-room dining. Free airport shuttle.

Doubletree120 Madison Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104 334-245-2320doubletreemontgomery.com

Conveniently located in Downtown Montgomery, Alabama, this hotel puts you in easy reach of the city’s top government offices, businesses and is only steps away from the Montgomery Convention Center. Surrounded by important historical sites, as well as great shopping and dining options, this hotel in Montgomery is the perfect choice whether you are traveling on business, vacation or a combination of the two. With 8,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space, and two casual dining options, this Montgomery hotel is the ideal choice for your next business function, conference or celebration.


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Alabama Hotel5924 Monticello Dr | 272-1013 46 u u u u u u SS, I nAmerica’s Best Inn & Suites, West Blvd977 W South Blvd | 288-5740 96 u u u u u E nArlington Lodge5175 Carmichael Rd | 277-1919 103 u u u u u u u u I nBaymont Inn & Suites5837 Monticello Dr | 277-4442 47 u u u u u u u SS, I nBest Western, Hope Hull7731 Slade Plaza Blvd | 280-0306 46 u u u u u I nCandlewood Suites9151 Boyd Cooper Pkwy | 277-0677 101 u u u u u I nCapital Inn & Suites743 Madison Ave | 269-1561 38 u u E nComfort Inn, Carmichael5035 Carmichael Rd | 396-6300 65 u u u u u u u SS, I nComfort Inn & Suites, Mitylene10015 Chantilly Pkwy | 532-4444 71 u u u u u u u SS, I nComfort Inn, West Blvd1035 W South Blvd | 281-5090 55 u u u u E nComfort Suites5918 Monticello Dr | 387-2585 60 u u u u u u u SS, I nComfort Suites, Hope Hull110 Folmar Pkwy | 613-9843 69 u u u u u u u u SS, I nCountry Inn & Suites5155 Carmichael Rd | 270-3223 108 u u u u u u u SS, I nCountry Inn & Suites, Mitylene 10095 Chantilly Pkwy | 277-4142 81 u u u u u u u SS, I nCourtyard by Marriott 5555 Carmichael Rd | 272-5533 146 u u u u u u u SS, E nCrestwood Suites5047 Towne Place Dr | 396-5505 95 u u u u u u u ES, E nDays Inn 4470 Northchase Blvd | 396-3060 39 u u u u u u I nDays Inn, Midtown2625 Zelda Rd | 269-9611 130 u u u u u u u u SS, E nDays Inn, Troy Hwy4180 Troy Hwy | 284-9944 50 u u u u E nDays Inn & Suites4243 Inn South Ave | 288-7999 60 u u u u u I, E nDoubletree Hotel120 Madison Ave | 245-2320 131 u u u u u u u u u FS, I nDrury Inn & Suites1124 Eastern Blvd | 273-1101 180 u u u u u u u u u u SS, I nEcono Lodge, Troy Hwy4135 Troy Hwy | 284-3400 45 u u u u E nEmbassy Suites Montgomery Hotel & Conference Ctr.300 Tallapoosa St | 269-5055 237 u u u u u u u u u u u FS, I n

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300 Tallapoosa St • 334.269-5055 www.EmbassySuitesMontgomery.com facebook.com/embassysuites.montgomery @EmbassySuitesAL

Downtown’s Only All Suite HotelThe rates include: a full, cooked-to-order breakfast every morning, a two hour evening reception

each evening, a 2 room suite, and a full-service restaurant, Montgomery Cafe. Embassy Suites Montgomery is the only downtown hotel that offers

free round trip airport shuttle service.



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Montgomery is one of the safest cities in the state, and it’s getting safer all the time.

Safety is Montgomery’s top priority, with the capital city registering its lowest crime rates in more than 20 years last year. In 2012,

overall crime and violent crime were both down in Montgomery, following record-breaking reductions in crime during 2011, 2010

and 2009.

Thanks to Montgomery Fire/Rescue’s exceptional fire services, the capital city boasts an Insurance Services rating of “2.” Of Alabama’s four largest cities, Montgomery is the only

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Don’t Forget FidoThe capital city isn’t just cool for people, it’s cool for canines too. Check out these pet-friendly places that are happy to accommodate your four-legged friend.

EAT: TRUE and Midtown Pizza Kitchen have outdoor seating where dogs are welcome. The Tipping Point in Hampstead neighborhood takes it a step farther, offering dog bones and water bowls for pets on its expansive deck and even Frisbees for playing in the nearby park.

STAY: Look for the “pets allowed” designation on the Accommodations chart to find pet-friendly hotels.

PLAY: The Hannah Daye Ridling Bark Park is a 5-acre area just for pooch playtime with special designated areas for both large and small dogs. There are also two pavilions, benches, a wash pad for each side and a walking trail. Located at the Blount Cultural Park, it’s a great spot to relax while your dog burns off some energy.

TREAT: Stop in Louisa’s Bakery in Old Cloverdale and grab some fresh-baked, homemade doggie cookies made with only the best ingredients.

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IN THE MIDDLE OF ALABAMA, THIS DIVERSE AREA IS A DYNAMIC CENTERPIECE OF THE STATE.

As its name implies, the Montgomery River Region is an area full of rivers. Some are lazy, others fast flowing, but this confluence of water in Central Alabama has formed a section of the state that is known for many things. Encompassing everything from the natural beauty and rustic feel of rural landscapes and agricultural industries to high-tech manufacturing facilities, the seat of state government and a major Air Force base, the River Region is composed of several distinct communities, all boasting rich histories and exciting futures on the horizon.

The River Region’s communities include: Montgomery, Prattville, Millbrook, the Town of Pike Road, Wetumpka, Tuskegee and Tallassee. The region is growing quickly and is currently home to over 366,000 people. Discover the abundant opportunities that make them great places to live, work or visit.

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The River Region got its name thanks to two major rivers, The Coosa and The Tallapoosa, joining to form The Alabama River just north of the capital city. The Alabama River runs alongside downtown Montgomery and continues south where it forms the Mobile and Tenasaw rivers, which finally empty into Mobile Bay.

Navigation

RIVER REGION

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Tuskegee

Millbrook

Wetumpka Tallassee

Pike Road

Prattville

Prattville• Prattaugan Museum

• Heritage Center

• RTJ Golf Course

• Wilderness Park

• Daniel Pratt Historic

District & Creekwalk

Pike Road• Arbor Week

• July 4 Summer Fest

• World’s Widest

Yard Sale

• Arts and Crafts Fair

Wetumpka • Asteroid Crater

• Jasmine Hill

• Ft. Toulouse

• Gold Star Park

• Swayback Bridge Trail

Tallassee• Council Tree

• Old Mill Bridge

• Thurlow Dam

• Riverfront District

• Patterson Log Cabin

Selma• Annual Bridge Crossing

• 1,200 Historic Structures

• Civil War Re-enactment

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Connected & Community-Focused

Nestled nicely into the eastern part of Montgomery County, the Town of Pike Road is a perfect snapshot of small-town life, offering pastoral scenery and a more leisurely pace that feels a whole world away, yet is only minutes from opportunities offered by neighboring cities.

The Town of Pike Road is somewhat new; it was incorporated as a municipality in 1997. But a thriving community has flourished in the area for over 175 years. The old and the new are inextricably intertwined in the Town of Pike Road. Today, the area is bustling with activity, drawing new families, those looking for both the peaceful appeal of days gone by and the excitement of an energized town with fresh ideas.

The Town’s sprawling meadows and woodland glens are dotted with more than 40 unique neighborhoods, each with its own personality. The population, which approaches 8,000 residents, is diverse, with citizens across the demographic spectrum calling the Town of Pike Road home.

Kids Come First

More than 200 meetings and thousands of heartfelt conversations with residents helped establish the four pillars that drive the Town’s progress: quality of life, public services, planning and education. Currently, the Town is putting special emphasis on its educational offerings. In 2010, a longtime goal moved closer to reality when the Town of Pike Road established its own public school system, representing the culmination of a vision shared by countless community members since 1970, when the original Pike Road School was closed. In 2014, ground was broken on the first campus of the Pike Road School System. It was a monumental day and one that continued the Town’s journey toward a promising future for all of its residents. With doors set to open in the fall of 2015, students and parents are excited to once again have the opportunity to experience a quality public education.

A Prosperous Present

Its ability to attract such a variety of people is proof of its appeal, and perhaps the Town’s biggest asset is its commitment to maintaining the character while planning wisely for progress. Family farms and equestrian facilities maintain the Town’s ties to its agricultural roots, as new businesses and new neighborhoods

THE TOWN OF PIKE ROAD GOOD NEIGHBORS A QUINTESSENTIAL ALABAMA “HOMETOWN,” THE TOWN OF PIKE ROAD WELCOMES ALL TO EXPERIENCE ITS WELL-BLENDED MIX OF OLD AND NEW.

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Pike Road School opening Fall 2015


come to the area, creating a harmonious mix of yesterday and today. “Our motto is ‘welcome home,’ and these words exemplify the spirit of this town and the feeling we try to convey to everyone who visits,” said Mayor Gordon Stone.

The Future is Bright

Since incorporation, the Town of Pike Road has grown and evolved. What began as a community with a little more than 300 people has now prospered into a thriving town of nearly 8,000. “Pike Road is a special place. Our unique municipal model is built on great partnerships, strong volunteers, dedicated staff and an engaged group of residents. We’ve listened to the people from day one and stayed true to what was important to them. Careful planning with an emphasis on preserving our character has been a fundamental component from the beginning,” said Mayor Stone.

The Town also has completed the first phase of a Natural Trails System that highlights the beauty of its rural landscape and will also be used as an educational tool to connect neighbors, family and friends. Phase I is a four-mile stretch of multi-use trails for walking, running, biking and even horseback riding. When complete, the system will use multiple, different “trailheads” to connect more than 30 miles of territory. Each one of these trailheads will focus on a different educational component tied to the history of Pike Road.

Who Knew?

In 1815, the arrival of three families — the Marks, Mathews and the Meriwethers —signaled the beginning of a new community where the Town of Pike Road is today. Soon, others joined them and a small but booming community sprouted at the intersection of the highly traveled Pike and Meriwether Roads. The community adopted Pike Road for its name, and the road got its name from the toll or “pike” that people had to pay to use it.

By Leaps & Bounds

According to data recently released by the Census Bureau, the Town of Pike Road has seen a 14.5 percent growth rate since 2012. This makes the municipality the fastest growing in the state of Alabama. This growth continues to impact economic development throughout the River Region.

Visit pikeroad.us for more details.


The Town of Pike Road is continually breaking new ground and building up businesses while maintaining its focus on its resident families. Town leaders know that promoting and creating economic development opportunities lift the entire community and put brighter lights on everyone’s horizon.

a groundbreaking community

www.pikeroad.us334.272.9883334.272.9883www.pikeroad.us

JULY

Summer Fest/ParadeThe Town of Pike Road may be a small town, but it celebrates the Fourth of July in a BIG way. The entire town flocks to the site of the original town hall for a parade, live music and a fireworks spectacular.

October

Hey BalesPike Road neighborhoods and businesses come together and decorate nearly every corner of the town with themed hay bales. These displays are left in place through the annual Pike Road Arts and Crafts Fair

Plein Air Paint OutThe Town of Pike Road invites artists from all over to come and capture the area’s unique landscapes and pastoral scenery during this two-day event that lets art enthusiasts watch the artists at work and buy the masterpieces at its conclusion.

November

Arts & Crafts FairHundreds of people enjoy this annual event held the first weekend of November.

Veterans’ DayCeremonyThe town invites everyone to join in this patriotic ceremony that includes live music and a Veterans Walk of Honor.

DECEMBER

Christmas Tree LightingUsually held the first weekend in December, the annual Christmas Tree Lighting is a time of music, fellowship and fun, ending with an open house at Pike Road Town Hall.

Upcoming Events Find more details at www.pikeroad.us


Civil War

As a major manufacturer of military resources and munitions for the Confederate cause, Selma was at the center of some of the Civil War’s most contested struggles. Evidence of the role the city played in the Civil War can still be seen and felt today at several historic sites.

The Old Depot Museum offers visitors a tour through the colorful past of Selma, with a particular focus on Selma’s place in the Civil War. A cameo of Elodie Todd Dawson, Abraham Lincoln’s sister-in-law and a rabid confederate, offers a poignant reminder that the Civil War split many families asunder. Confederate bills, many printed in Selma, recall “the lost cause” in all its frailty. Selma’s crucial role as one of the South’s largest munitions producers is highlighted with exhibits of shells and cannon balls that visitors can both see and touch.

As a sister museum to Selma’s National Voting Rights Museum, the Slavery and Civil War Museum’s permanent and temporary

exhibits invite you to explore and reflect upon one of the most controversial and compelling periods of our country’s history. This museum offers, by appointment only, an educational perspective of the Civil War and slavery with provocative, yet balanced, displays, many of which are interactive.

Serving as a Confederate Hospital, the Vaughan-Smitherman Museum was spared by Federal General J.H. Wilson when his troops ravished Selma in early April 1865. It is now home to the Art Lewis Collection of Documents and includes a pardon signed by President Abraham Lincoln just four days before his assassination.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Old Live Oak Cemetery tells multiple stories through its headstones and monuments, many of which mark the final resting place of Civil War soldiers. The Confederate Monument is in the cemetery’s Memorial Circle and honors fallen Confederate soldiers, including the 155 who were moved from other cemeteries to Old Live Oak. Many other prominent Selmians are interred at this beautiful spot as well.

SELMA THE OLD SOUTH WITH A NEW ATTITUDE IN SELMA, HISTORY LIVES ON EVERY CORNER, AND WHILE THE CITY IS ANCHORED BY ITS PAST, IT’S FOCUSED ON THE FUTURE, CELEBRATING HERITAGE, ARCHITECTURE, ARTS AND CULTURE WITH YOU.

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Civil Rights

After decades of oppression, it took years of peaceful protest in the face of violent opposition to finally achieve voting rights for African Americans. Much of the Civil Rights struggle took place in and around Selma, including one of its seminal moments, the Selma to Montgomery March. In 1965, hundreds of voting rights advocates, both black and white, set off on foot to Montgomery and the Capitol Building to take their grievances to Governor George Wallace’s doorstep.

On March 7, 1965, 600 people marched toward Montgomery. After just six blocks, when they crossed the now infamous Edmund Pettus Bridge over the Alabama River, mounted deputies and state troopers dispatched by Governor Wallace attacked the group with nightsticks and tear gas, injuring dozens. The event came to be known as “Bloody Sunday.”

The violence stopped the marchers’ first attempt, but they would not be stopped for good. Two weeks later, under the protection of Alabama National Guardsmen and Army troops, a court-ordered limit of 300 marchers led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. set off again from Selma and marched along U.S. Hwy. 80 to the steps of the State Capitol. Soon after, President Lyndon Johnson signed the 1965 Voting Rights Act on August 6.

In Selma, walk in the footsteps of the brave men and women who fought for equal rights by visiting historic sites including the Selma-to-Montgomery National Historic Trail, the Selma Interpretive Center, the Edmund Pettus Bridge and the National Voting Rights Museum.

Architecture

Much can be learned about the character and heritage of a place simply by looking at its architecture. This is certainly true in Selma; it is one of the few towns in the United States with so much impressive architectural variety in such a small area. Many of the over 1,200 historic structures you can observe boast architectural significance that go far beyond the stories of the families who lived in them. Indeed, the city’s homes, buildings, churches and other structures reveal its rich past in every arch, window, column and deep porch.

Take the city’s Walking Tour to discover its multi-layered history as seen in its wide array of architectural styles.

Arts

“Art for All” could be the motto of the Selma Art Guild, a local group that runs the city’s only permanent art gallery showcasing the talents of area artists. The Guild welcomes you to see and enjoy paintings, sculptures, drawings, photography, fiber arts and more for free, as the gallery never charges admission.

Founded in 2003, ArtsRevive’s mission is to: “enhance community development in the greater historic Selma region through the development of arts, urban design and tourism while preserving the diverse cultural heritage of the region.” One of ArtsRevive’s major projects is the transformation of the old Carneal Auto building downtown into the ArtsRevive Center, a space for offices, art shows, art workshops and other community events.

Selma boasts over 1,200 historic homes and structures representing a variety of architectural styles including Italianate, Victorian, Gothic and Greek Revival, as well as, several churches and a synagogue that played prominent roles in both the Civil War and the Civil Rights movement.

VISITOR GUIDEselmaalabama.com

50TH ANNIVERSARY EVENTS

FEB 14, 2015 Mayor’s Ball in SelmaFEB 21, 2015 Youth Explosion with Local Celebrities in SelmaMAR 1, 2015 Gospel Concert in SelmaMAR 5-8, 2015 Annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee in SelmaMAR 6, 2015 Faith and Politics with Congresswoman Terri Sewell in SelmaMAR 8, 2015 Montgomery Gala and Concert at Alabama State University in MontgomeryMAR 9, 2015 A Journey for the Soul: Voices from the March in SelmaMAR 21, 2015 The City of St. Jude 5k Walk-Run in MontgomeryMAR 25, 2015 Reenactment at the State Capitol in Montgomery


September

Sturdivant Hall Barbeque on the GreenEnjoy a Southern Barbeque and all the fixin’s on the back lawn.

October

Pumpkin Patch at Yeargan FarmsPumpkin picking and corn mazes make for great fun for families, schools & church groups.

Central Alabama Fair

Riverfront Market DayFestive occasion with Dixieland music and attractive displays of handmade crafts and the tempting aromas of regional food specialties.

Tale Tellin’ FestivalFrom tall tales to historical happenings, from ghost stories to mountain legends, from folklore to modern fables, the Festival offers a rare mix of truth and dreams.

Haunted History ToursExperience moonlit “hauntings” of Old Cahawba and other historical sites and hear stories of Civil War soldiers and residents of Selma.

November

Kenan’s Mill FestivalCelebration of rural life and traditions in the Black Belt of Alabama.

West Dallas Antique Tractor, Car, Gas Engine & Craft Show Great family fun featuring vintage tractors and antique cars, wagon rides, music, crafts, horseshoes and more.

December

Country Christmas at Yeargan FarmsFind a Christmas tree, drink cider by a fire, help elves and meet Mr. and Mrs. Clause.

Selma ChristmasParade & Tree Lighting

Holiday FestivalCommunity celebration of the season with crafts, baked goods and Santa.

March

Bridge Crossing JubileeHeld the first full weekend of every March to commemorate “Bloody Sunday,” the March from Selma-to-Montgomery and the passing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

ArtsRevive Annual Art Show Juried art show featuring Alabama artists.

Historic Selma Pilgrimage Visit one of Alabama’s oldest towns to see sites rarely open to the public. Guides dressed in period costumes lead tours through homes, museums and more in the state’s largest historic district. Experience hands-on history tours through a post-Civil War foundry, an 1861 gristmill, art shows and unique Selma products.

Alabama River Chili Cookoff Taste the chili and celebrate with a community committed to helping local charities at this annual event held on Historic Water Avenue.

April

Battle of SelmaRe-EnactmentFour-day event with living history tours and battle reenactments along with a camp dance and Grand Military Ball with period dress.

June

JuneteenthCelebrate Emancipation Day with food and music. Sponsored by the National Voting Rights Museum.

Events Calendar2014 Annual

Visit SelmaAlabama.com for dates and details.


Just 13 miles north of Montgomery, Prattville is a city with multiple personalities that work together to create a place that’s earned itself the name “the Preferred Community.”

The city was modeled after a New England village, yet has all the hospitality and warmth indicative of its deep-South locale. Although ranked as one of the fastest growing areas in Alabama, Prattville maintains a quaint charm, and its close-knit, small-town atmosphere belies the many metropolitan opportunities and modern amenities offered.

It’s a harmonious marriage of seeming opposites that’s made its residents swell with hometown pride and eager to welcome everyone to their special spot in Central Alabama’s River Region.

Our neighborly feel and sense of place make Prattville such a great city to live in or just to visit.

Patty Vanderwal, President, Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce

A History of Industry

In 1818, Autauga County was established a full year before Alabama even became a state. The area got its big boost when in 1835, the city’s namesake, New Hampshire native and industrialist Daniel Pratt, bought nearly 2,000 acres at the fall line of Autauga Creek, the area that is now downtown Prattville. Pratt established a town and began manufacturing his cotton gins, and his company quickly became the foremost producer of cotton gins in the world. Pratt is widely considered “Alabama’s First Industrialist,” and as his enterprises prospered, so did Prattville. In 1866, Prattville became the county seat, and Pratt was unanimously elected the town’s first mayor. From these humble beginnings, Prattville is home to almost 35,000 people today.

Sights to See

Prattville’s second nickname is “The Fountain City,” thanks to its many artesian wells. Some have been capped, but there are plenty still offering up gallons of sweet, clear, mineral-rich water, and a few allow citizens and visitors to fill containers and take the water home. Find public artesian wells throughout the historic downtown area including one at the corner of 3rd and Chestnut Streets.

It is history that’s flowing free at the Prattaugan Museum/Heritage Center. This circa 1840 Greek Revival home contains numerous interesting artifacts from the Pratt Family. There’s also a public artesian well at this site. Efforts to preserve heritage in the form of old homes and other structures resulted in the creation of Old Prattvillage. Another preserved architectural treasure is Buena Vista, a circa 1830 structure on the National Register of Historic Places. Legend has it that Andrew Jackson patterned the staircase at his home The Hermitage after visiting Buena Vista.

To fully explore the Prattville area’s natural beauty, Wilderness Park is a must-see. Giant oriental bamboo plants soar 60 feet to form a canopy in the sky. On the banks of the Alabama River, Cooter’s Pond Park features two boat ramps, docks, a riverwalk and pavilions. A popular, and usually productive, fishing hole by the same name abuts the park.

Another place that begs a visit is Prattville’s huge Bass Pro Shop, an outdoor enthusiast’s dream-come-true, with cascading waterfalls, fish aquariums, a restaurant, fudge shop and retail space galore.

Downtown Delights

The Daniel Pratt Historic District in downtown has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1984. Pratt’s careful planning resulted in a pleasing and efficient layout of manufacturing, retail businesses, churches, schools and residences. The rest of downtown retains much of this same feel and has been reinvigorated in recent years, now boasting locally owned shops and boutiques, restaurants and more.

PRATTVILLE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS ONE OF ALABAMA’S FIRST “PLANNED COMMUNITIES,” PRATTVILLE IS PROUD OF ITS PAST AND ENJOYING ITS PRESENT — LOOKING AHEAD TO EVEN BETTER TIMES.

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The Creekwalk is nestled along the banks of Autauga Creek and winds through a portion of the historic downtown area. Heritage Park offers a great view of Pratt’s dream showcased in the Autauga Creek Dam and the Pratt Manufacturing Complex, which is still in operation today as Continental Eagle.

The Grass Is Greener

World-class golf is played on the rolling fairways and picture-perfect greens at Prattville’s Capitol Hill, the crown jewel of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. An adjacent state-of-the-art conference center and hotel, Prattville Marriott at Capitol Hill offers excellent amenities for business groups and individuals. The LPGA Navistar Classic golf tournament has been played at Capitol Hill since 2007. Last year, over 50,000 people attended the event.

Looking Ahead

“There is no shortage of pride when we talk about Prattville,” Vanderwal said. “Combine our rich history, our quality of life and our focus on the future, and it all adds up to success. We are a community that is moving forward, and the best is yet to come.”

Visit prattvilleal.gov for more details.


131 North Court StreetPrattville, Alabama 36066www.prattvillechamber.com

preserving our past....promoting our future

Phone: 334-365-7392Toll-Free: 1-800-588-2796

Fax: 334-361-1314

JULY

July 4th Parade & Fireworks Celebration Prattville’s 12th annual 4th of July Celebration includes the annual 4th of July Parade, the Lion’s Club Bar-B-Q and Camp Stew Sale, cardboard boat races and a fireworks presentation.

December

The Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Christmas ParadeKickstart the holiday season each year.

Jan/Feb

Mardi Gras ParadePrattville’s annual Mardi Gras Parade winds its way through the streets of downtown, with plenty of beads, candy and moonpies for everyone. Local vendors will be selling beverages and food and a children’s fun area will be set up as well.

MARCH

Fountain City Arts FestivalArt springs to life on March 23 during the the 8th annual Fountain City Arts Festival, at Pratt Park in downtown. Admission is free, and it features renowned artists, Charlie “Tin Man” Lucas, She-She, Barbara Simpson, Russell Everett and Kasey Hope, as well as over 40 more local and regional artists, plus live entertainment and great food.

MAY

Prattville City FestThis arts & crafts show is held the first Saturday in May. Includes a free concert on Friday night. There are over 120 arts & crafts vendors with great food. Live entertainment all day Saturday with free children’s activities. Visit www.prattvillecityfest.com for more information.

Prattville’s Annual Events Visit prattvilleal.gov for more details


Know why so many folks in the River Region call Jackson Hospital “my hospital”?

Because we’re practicing some of the most innovative medicine in the area. Not

only have we established one of the Southeast’s most advanced robotic surgery

centers, and received national certification as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center,

we’re also home to the most advanced Stryker 3D navigated spine surgery suites in the

state. Yet as proud as we are of our technology,

it’s our dedication to providing compassionate

healthcare that makes our neighbors choose

Jackson Hospital again and again.

Make Jackson your hospital.Learn more at jackson.org

COOL PLACETO LIVEConsidering a permanent move to Montgomery? Relocating in the capital city is a smart move for businesses, families and everyone in between. Here are just a few reasons why:

Education. Montgomery boasts some of the strongest public schools in the country, recently garnering high national praise. According to U.S. News & World Report, Montgomery’s Loveless Academic Magnet Program has been named #1 High School in Alabama and the 18th Best High School in America. Booker T.

Washington Magnet High School ranked third in the state, while Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School ranked fifth. There’s a variety of great private school options available as well.

Arts & Culture. Montgomery is home to Alabama’s state theatre, the world-renowned Alabama Shakespeare Festival. This state-of-the-art theatre puts on Broadway favorites, dramatic classics, new works by Southern writers and children’s plays in addition to Shakespeare. The Montgomery Symphony, chamber music organizations and more will delight music lovers, and several dance troupes, including the Alabama Dance Theatre, thrill audiences with ticketed and free performances each year.

Recreation & Lifestyle. Montgomery offers multiple active pursuits. For kids, baseball, basketball and soccer leagues for all ages offer competition and fun. Biking, running and even rowing clubs are always looking for new members. The Alabama River is a part of the Alabama Scenic River Trail that draws paddlers from all over, and opportunities for mountain biking and whitewater paddling are abundant in nearby Wetumpka. Downtown Montgomery is a great place to play too. It’s hopping with nightlife and fabulous dining as are other areas of the city, including historic and charming Old Cloverdale.

Diversity. Maxwell Air Force Base and Korean companies like Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama continue to bring in a steady influx of new U.S. and international residents, creating a diverse community that welcomes all.

Smart Neighborhoods. The City of Montgomery adheres to the Smart Code (a zoning and planning code that encourages sustainability, walkability and mixed-use for development) in its public spaces. Several neighborhoods, including Hampstead and The Waters, have also taken these concepts to heart. Plus, Montgomery is ranked in the “Top 100 Places to Raise a Family”.

For a community information packet, contact the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce, 334-834-5200.

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A little over a century ago, man conquered the laws of gravity. In 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made the dream of flight a reality when their bi-plane soared above the sands in Kittyhawk, North Carolina, for 12 seconds, covering 120 feet. After many more flights going longer and farther, on March 26, 1910, the brothers established the nation’s first civilian flying school in Montgomery at Wright Field, and the first powered flight in Alabama took place. Though the Wright’s school lasted only a short time, it set the stage for exciting things to come in Montgomery, most notably the establishment of Maxwell Air Force Base at the very same place that witnessed the state’s first flight.

In the early 1930s, the Army Air Corps Tactical School moved to Maxwell Field, and Montgomery became the country’s intellectual center for airpower education. Now, Air University at Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base continues to educate tomorrow’s planners and leaders in air, space and cyberspace power for the Air Force, as well as other branches of the U.S. armed forces, federal government civilians and international organizations.

Ever since Maxwell-Gunter AFB located to the capital city, a beneficial relationship has flourished, a true partnership that benefits those stationed at the base as well as Montgomery and River Region residents.

Base personnel contribute to the local economy simply by being here — Maxwell-Gunter AFB has an estimated annual economic impact of approximately $1.5 billion on the River Region, and that number is growing. Most of them go a step further though,

donating their time and talents to give back to the community. Airmen stationed at the base routinely volunteer to staff local events, assist local charities, plant trees, tutor area students, hold and participate in blood drives, food drives, park and public school clean-up efforts and more. Also thanks to the presence of the base, Montgomery has grown to become a hub of military aviation advancements and information technology.

Montgomery is happy to have the base and everyone associated with it here and shows its appreciation in various ways including the work of The Wright Flyers, an organization of The Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce dedicated to furthering the spirit of cooperation and support.

Today, the relationship between Montgomery and Maxwell-Gunter AFB continues to grow and strengthen, benefiting both.

Bass Pro Shop: 10% offBaumhower’s Restaurant: 10% offCentral Restaurant: 10% offCapital City Club: Membership fee discountsCreek Casino: Free breakfast or lunch on SaturdaysCucos: 10% off

Dreamland BBQ: 10% offFirst White House of the Confederacy: 10% off gift shopFt. Toulouse Gift Shop: 10% offFreedom Rides Museum: 10% off Gift ShopGarrett’s: 10% offGoat Hill Museum Store: 15% off Governor’s Mansion Gift Shop: 15% off

Hank Williams Museum: $1 off admissionHarriott II: 10% off ticketIrish Bred Pub: 10% offJasmine Hill Gardens: 50¢ off admissionMontgomery Cafe: 10% offMugshots: 10% offNebulous Vapors: 10% offOld Alabama Town: 10% off

Railyard Brewing Co: 15% offSa Za’s Restaurant: 10% offThe Tipping Point: 10% offTRUE: 10% offWasabi: 10% offWintzell’s: 15% offMontgomery Zoo: $1 discount for military adults ; 50 cents off kids (3-12 years old)

In 1910, fathers of flight Wilbur and Orville Wright established the country’s first civilian flying school in Montgomery. Visit the new Wright Brothers Park with a replica of the Wright Flyer.

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PROUD PARTNERS MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE CONTRIBUTES MUCH TO MONTGOMERY, AND THE CAPITAL CITY WELCOMESMEMBERS OF THE MILITARY AND THEIR FAMILIES TO THE COMMUNITY.

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COMMUNITY
