Demopolis

Demopolis, AL, is notable as the largest city in Marengo County, an area steeped in American history. The city is dotted with beautifully preserved and restored Greek Revival structures dating back to the antebellum era, including the Gaineswood National Historic Landmark. Enjoy some outdoor fun with boating and fishing, then challenge yourself with a round of 18 holes at the Ravine Golf Course.

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Arts and Culture
5 Ways to Celebrate Christmas in Small Town Alabama.

People in today’s world are looking for ways to enjoy the season with the whole family. Alabama’s small towns have planned a number of events that combine unique, festive activities with Southern charm offering Southern comfort. Here are our top five must-do Christmas events in the state: Candyland - Andalusia ...

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Events
Top 10 Events

Mobile Mardi Gras Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride Annual Jubilee Festival 4th of July Fireworks Alabama Cotton Festival Orange Beach Festival of Art Mardi Gras Parade & Celebration Christmas on the River Harvest Festival St. Elias Lebanese Food & Cultural Festival

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Where to Stay

Comfort Inn

Located on Highway 80 West

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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites

Welcome to the Award winning Econo Lodge Inn & Suites in Demopolis, Alabama

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Foscue Creek Park Campground

52 site campground and full day-use area

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What to See & Do

Lyon Hall

Built from 1850 to 1853. Greek Revival residence. Historic house museum and available for special events.

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Demopolis High School Auditorium

The Demopolis High School Theatre is a state of the art facility that holds approximately 470 seats. The Tiger Arts Guild presents performances in this facility as well as the Two Rivers Arts Council in Demopolis.

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Kingfisher Bay Marina

Visit website for information.

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Foscue Creek Park

Public boat landing ramp; tent and trailer camping area; 54 sites; comfort station; sewer hookups; 50 Amp service; drinking water; picnic areas and bank fishing.

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Laird Cottage/Geneva Mercer Museum

Restored c. 1870 residence/cottage with Greek Revival/Italianate style. Museum houses history and works of Geneva Mercer, artist, sculptor and Marengo Co. native.

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Marengo County History and Archive Museum

The Marengo County History and Archives Museum tells the history, culture and the people of Marengo County. The museum is located in the Rosenbush Building in Historic Downtown Demopolis.

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Gaineswood National Historic Landmark

Gaineswood is nationally recognized for its architecture and is called "one of the two or three most important Greek Revival houses" by Smithsonian's Guide to the Deep South: Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. Visit and see domed ...

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Bluff Hall

Bluff Hall, a Federal / Greek Revival house museum owned and operated by Marengo County Historical Society, Inc., features an extensive period furniture, art, and clothing collection.