Sacred Way Sanctuary

Florence

Sacred Way Sanctuary is an educational and research facility dedicated to the preservation of the Native American Horse and other animals that were held sacred to the Indigenous Peoples of the Americas. We provide a unique opportunity for visitors to experience “what once was” within a diverse group of Native cultures.

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4409 County Road 200
Florence, AL 35633

Personalized Directions

256-648-0582

Region

Florence is located in the The Shoals Area of the North Alabama Region

Fees

open for tours by appointment only.

Hours of Operation

open for tours by appointment only

Where to Stay

Quality Inn

Book a room at the Quality Inn hotel in Florence, AL

Limestone House Bed & Breakfast

Limestone Bed & Breakfast sets just a 5 min. walk from old downtown Florence, Alabama and just one block from the UNA campus. The Limestone House was built in 1915 by Col. CW Ashcraft. Close to almost everything, it is a great location to stay when ...

Shoal Creek Gibbons Home

Wilson Lake Vacation Rental Home

Comfort Suites

Book a room at the Comfort Suites hotel in Florence, AL

GunRunner Boutique Hotel

A 9 room Boutique Hotel in an historic building full of charm and character. It features a large common area perfect for corporate meetings, retreats and privacy. Suites are themed for area attractions and Alabama makers, like fashion designer Billy...

The Stricklin Hotel

Nestled among the rich history and beauty of downtown Florence, The Stricklin Hotel guests will enjoy southern charm and hospitality as well as an atmosphere of timeless elegance, making every guest feel like The Stricklin is their home away from hom...

Upcoming Events

George Lindsey /UNA Film Festival

Nominated by Southeast Tourism Society as one of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast for the month of March, the George Lindsey UNA Film Festival is an exciting event consisting of film screening, panels, discussions and celebrations throughout the Sh...

First Fridays Florence

Florence. First Fridays Florence. 877-290-8880. www.firstfridaysflorence.com. Free. Downtown Florence-- On the first Friday of each month from March through December, Historic Downtown Florence comes alive with art, music, shopping and entertainment ...

Smoke on the Water BBQ Festival

The Smoke on the Water Festival is more than just a BBQ cook-off – it’s an event for the entire family! Sanctioned by the Kansas City BBQ Society and the Alabama BBQ Association, this cook-off will determine the very best barbeque from among the entr...

Shoals Front Porch Storytelling Festival

The Shoals Front Porch Storytelling Festival. Nationally and internationally known tellers share their stories. Friday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and evening event 7-9 p.m. Visit website for schedule and more information.

Arts Alive Festival

Stroll through beautiful Wilson Park and enjoy this juried fine arts and crafts festival featuring artists from across the country. Great food and art activities for children make this fun event for the whole family.

W. C. Handy Music Festival

The W.C. Handy Music Festival is a ten-day festival with nearly 300 events. The festival showcases music at locations throughout Northwest Alabama, including parks, restaurants, stores, libraries, museums, art galleries, sidewalks, parking lots, and...

St Florian Oktoberfest

Annual St. Florian Oktoberfest in St. Florian, Alabama

Where to Eat

Dick Howell's Barbecue

Barbecue restaurant in Florence, Alabama

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