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W.C. Handy Birthday Celebration

W.C. Handy Birthday Celebration

November 16th, 202611:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Florence

Come celebrate the birthday of the "Father of the Blues," W.C. Handy, and enjoy a musical performance, refreshments and free admission to the museum. W.C. Handy was born in Florence on November 16, 1873. Hours are 11am - 1 pm. Call 256-275-3128  for information or visit www.florence.org.

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    • 620 W. College Street
    • Florence, AL 35630
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    620 W. College Street, Florence, AL 35630

    Region

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

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    Where to Stay

    Residence Inn by Marriott

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    Holiday Inn Express

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    Shoal Creek Gibbons Home

    Wilson Lake Vacation Rental Home

    Quality Inn

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

    Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Florence

    Conveniently located in the heart of the Shoals area, we are within walking distance of fantastic shops, restaurants and the historical district. From the rushing waters of the Tennessee River to the tranquil beauty of historic Florence, our convenie...

    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 ...

    Hampton Inn Florence Midtown

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    Comfort Suites

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

    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...
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    Where to Eat

    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.

    Dick Howell's Barbecue

    Barbecue restaurant in Florence, Alabama

    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.

    360 Grille

    Located at the Marriott Shoals Hotel and SPA, this revolving restaurant offers breathtaking views of Florence. Soak in the sights as you indulge in one of our signature cocktails, an expertly prepared steak, or a decadent dessert that is perfect for ...

    Ricatoni's Italian Grill

    Chicken and pasta, shrimp and pasta or lots of pizza that's Ricatoni's at its finest.

    Milla's Place

    Milla's Place is a family owned and operated diner serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner in downtown Florence, AL.

    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...

    Turbo Coffee

    We are a cafe and coffee roaster in Alabama with our flagship shop in Florence and our cafe/roastery in Tuscaloosa; but it's not all about coffee. We care about the health of our bodies and living healthy lives, so we serve fresh, made in-house cold-...

    The Factory Cafe

    The Factory is home to Alabama Chanin's flagship store and a full-service café, along with the Alabama Chanin design and production studios and Building 14 Design + Manufacturing services.
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    What to See & Do

    Deibert Park

    Family-oriented park with walking trails, ponds and playground. Located next to Children's Museum of the Shoals. Various lesson plans for group tours.

    Le Vintage Soul Designs

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

    Fashion Exchange, Inc. Consignment Store

    We are an Upscale Consignment Store. We have many brand names in clothing, home decor', and furniture.

    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...

    Pope's Tavern and Museum

    Stagecoach stop, tavern, inn used as hospital by Confederate and Union forces during Civil War. Extensive collection of Civil War artifacts. Antiques. Pope's Tavern Museum focuses on telling the early history of Florence, Alabama, from roughly 1818...

    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.

    Wheeler Lake

    67,100 acres extending 60 mi. between Wheeler Dam in Rogersville and Guntersville. Great fishing.

    Ye Ole General Store

    A unique store that has been featured in Elle, Men's Journal, GQ, Men's Vogue, and The Wall Street Journal.

    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.
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