Pre-Civil War Homes Walking Tour: Twickenham
Trip Highlights
Discover one of the largest concentrations of Pre-Civil War homes in the South.
Learn about the most expansive collection of Pre-Civil War homes in North Alabama.
Stroll through the Twickenham Historic District.
Across 3 hours, you will discover 20 Pre-Civil War homes and structures.
See the buildings and homes that are among the earliest in the state.
Understand the lifestyle of the people and structures that carved Alabama history.
Focus on various architectural styles built prior to 1860.
Description
On this 3 Hour Tour, you will discover 20 of Alabama's largest collection of Pre-Civil War homes and structures. You will see the buildings and homes that are among the earliest in the state. Hear the stories of the people and structures that carved Alabama history. Within the Twickenham Historic District, there are homes of various architectural styles. Our focus is on those built prior to 1860.
Itinerary
Tour start and Tour briefing
Understand the lifestyle of Pre-Civil War residents
Take a rest at the half-way point
Discover significant structures and places.
Learn more about similar tours and experiences
Tour info
Why take this tour?
Discover 20 of Alabama's largest collection of Pre-Civil War homes and structures. You will see the buildings and homes that are among the earliest in the state. Hear the stories of the people and structures that carved Alabama history.
Within the Twickenham Historic District, there are homes of various architectural styles. Our focus is on those built prior to 1860.
Now you can understand the lifestyle of Huntsville's earliest city-dwellers and discover how this neighborhood has played an integral role in the development of the State of Alabama.
Along the three hour tour, participants will see structures and hear stories and get the perfect picture.
We will make one comfort stop at the half-way point. However, keep your water and sunscreen with you.
These are private homes and private yards on our tour. We will stay on the sidewalk and respect the privacy of the homeowner.
Things to know
Know before you go
Because of the short nature of 3 hours, there are minimal comfort stops. There are minimal retail areas, so bring your water and sunscreen with you.
Because of the short nature of 3 hours, there are minimal comfort stops. There are minimal retail areas, so bring your water and sunscreen with you.
Respect privacy
These are private homes and private yards on our tour. We will stay on the sidewalk and respect the privacy of the homeowner.
These are private homes and private yards on our tour. We will stay on the sidewalk and respect the privacy of the homeowner.
Per person rate
$50 per person rate
$50 per person rate
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