3 Best Landmarks in Mobile, AL

“History Museum of Mobile commemorates its Spanish, British, French, and American legacy with a historic fort that dates back to the early 1700s. The fort covers about 11 acres of land and safeguards access to the strategic area linking the Alabama River and the Tombigbee River between the Atlantic Colonies and the Mississippi River. In addition to the fort, the museum also features a colonial escape room, photo room, self-guided museum tour, shooting gallery, and armory. The exhibition showcases Clotilda's tale and the incredible individuals who established the Africatown community. Free Admission For Children 5 and Under and Members.”

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“Historic Oakleigh House Museum hosts monthly meetings with special guests to help visitors acquire the necessary skills to become successful association advocates and future historic preservationists. The museum is a well-known tourist attraction in Mobile, just a few minutes away from the downtown area. The museum's exhibits, which cover the period from 1830 to 1900, comprise a collection of more than 1,000 artifacts that offer insights into Mobile's history. Historic Oakleigh House Museum is the main attraction in the Oakleigh Historical Complex, which features a working-class raised cottage, Union Barracks, and a modern archives building. Admission is free for children under five and HMPS members.”

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“Condé-Charlotte Museum was built in 1822 as Mobile's first courthouse and city jail. Jonathan Kirkbride later purchased the building from Mount Holly in New Jersey in 1849. The National Society of Colonial Dames of America owns and operates the Condé-Charlotte House. The jail and old courthouse were converted into a kitchen wing attached to the newly constructed main house. Additionally, the house features a walled Spanish garden designed in the late 18th century and a kitchen furnished with materials from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, complementing the historical feel of the property. The house is decorated with period furnishings and antiques, providing a glimpse into Mobile's history under the five flags that have flown over it. Free Admission For Children 5 Years Old and Younger.”

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