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Shoals Storytelling Festival

Shoals Storytelling Festival

May 18th 2023 - May 20th 2023The festival begins on Thurs from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Doors will be open at 6:00 pm Friday hours 9:00 am – 9:00 pm. Doors open at 8:00 am. Saturday hours 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Doors open at 8:00 am.

Florence

Storytelling festival featuring nationally and internationally known tellers. This event has become a tradition filled with laughter and one-of-a-kind memories. We are excited to be hosting a variety of professional storytellers as well as musicians that are sure to captivate you.

For 2022, the Festival will be held at the Shoals Theatre – 123 N Seminary St. – Florence, AL 35630 from May 19th through May 21st. As you plan your visit to join us this year please check out our venue at www.theshoalstheatre.org, and learn more about our historic and culturally rich area at visitflorenceal.com.


 



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    • 123 N. Seminary St.
    • Florence, AL 35630
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    123 N. Seminary Street, Florence, AL

    Region

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

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    Where to Stay

    Comfort Suites

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

    Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa

    Treat yourself to upscale elegance at Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa. Our resort boasts an unbeatable location in Muscle Shoals, an area of vibrant music history. Come explore where Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding and Bob Dylan recorded some of their hits...

    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...

    Quality Inn

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

    Budget Inn

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    Baymont Inn

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    Shoal Creek Gibbons Home

    Wilson Lake Vacation Rental Home

    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 ...

    McFarland Park

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    Where to Eat

    The Distillery--High Ridge Spirits

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    Trowbridge's Ice Cream & Sandwich Shop

    Talk about love at first sight! In 1917, Paul Trowbridge stopped in Florence on his way to a dairy convention in North Carolina. He liked the area so much that he returned to Texas, packed his possessions and moved his family to Florence.

    Smokin' On The Boulevard

    Alabama Food's 2014 "Quest for the Best BBQ" Champion. Dry-Rub Hickory Smoked BBQ Meats. Carryout only. Thurs., Fri & Sat

    Dick Howell's Barbecue

    Barbecue restaurant in Florence, Alabama

    Big Bad Breakfast-Florence

    Every morning we serve families, old friends catching up, business meetings, students on their way to school, and college football fans headed to the game. We love being a place for you to gather together and fuel up for the coming day. And don’t ...

    Singin' River Brewing Co.

    We love to celebrate the variety of song that the Singing River brings with our brews for every taste. You will find a full range of beers including the smooth flavor of the Handy’s Gold and the rich, full taste of our Porter.

    Rosie's Cantina

    Rosie's Mexican Cantina serves traditional Tex-Mex cuisine in a festive atmosphere and boasts several locations in Huntsville. In addition to its reputation for serving breast meat chicken and homemade tortillas, Rosie's is known for its special hous...

    Famous Dave's Legendary Pit Barbecue

    Award-winning, hickory-smoked meats and sauces served in relaxed, casual-dining style hunting lodge. Home-made desserts win awards too! Voted "Best Ribs" by Times Daily readers 2004.

    Riverside Restaurant

    Riverside is a family restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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    What to See & Do

    Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area

    The Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area includes the Tennessee River basin's six counties in northwest Alabama. Its sites, buildings, homes, and artifacts tell the story of how the river and the people living alongside it have shaped our nation's hi...

    Children's Museum of the Shoals

    Fun, creative, enriching "touch everything" experiences focusing on places and heritage of the Tennessee Valley at Muscle Shoals, where exploration stimulates lifelong curiosity and learning.

    Norton Auditorium

    Norton Auditorium is a 1,600+ seat auditorium on the campus of the University of North Alabama. Note: Norton does not have an elevator.

    Shoals Theatre, The

    Shoals Community Theatre can be traced to Tri-Cities Community Theatre. First production was May 20-21,1948, at Kilby School Auditorium. Presents musicals, stage plays and live entertainment.

    The Eclectic

    Bohemian chic fashions & gifts from around the world.

    Xtravagance by Susan

    Trendy gift store, Unique gifts, specializing in customizing & monogramming for any occasion: Wedding, Collegiate or Just Because. We also ship nation wide. Don't you deserve a little Xtravagance?

    Alabama Barn Quilt Trail

    A colorful treasure hunt! The Alabama Barn Quilt Trail is a collection of hand painted renderings of traditional patchwork quilt blocks displayed on barns all across Alabama. Take a drive through the beautiful Alabama countryside and tour the trail.

    W.C. Handy Birthplace, Museum and Library

    W.C. Handy, the “Father of the Blues,” wrote beloved songs such as “St. Louis Blues” and “Beale Street Blues.” The W.C. Handy Birthplace, Museum & Library in Florence houses the world’s most complete collection of Handy’s personal papers and artifact...

    Le Vintage Soul Designs

    We are located on the cobblestone street in the historic area of downtown Florence. This is a one-way street.
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