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Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: “This scene shows the modern and beautiful souvenir shop. When Sequoyah wrote the Cherokee alphabet he lived in Willstown, which is now Fort Payne. No doubt beautiful flowers (and nature in general) helped inspire Sequoyah toward his goal. By the way, your whole family will enjoy marvelous Manito... View Full Item at Samford University Library -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: The Ave Maria Grotto consists of over 125 miniature reproductions of famous churches, shrines, and buildings from all over the world. They were built over a period of 45 years by the famous Benedictine Monk, Brother Joseph. View Full Item at Samford University Library -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: “This diorama depicting the Battle of Mauvilla is one of many interesting exhibits to be seen at the Mound Park Museum. The Battle of Mauvilla was fought between Hernando De Soto and Chief Tuskaloosa near the present town of Grove Hill, Ala. Chief Tuskaloosa’s Creek warriors fought valiantly, but... View Full Item at Samford University Library -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: "St. Martin's Church in Landshut, Bavaria. The highest church brick tower in the world. Reproduced by the Benedictine Monk, Brother Joseph, O.S.B." View Full Item at Samford University Library -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: "The Temple of Jerusalem, Part of Holy Land Miniatures Built by Brother Joseph, O.S.B. Ave Maria Grotto, Cullman, Alabama." View Full Item at Samford University Library -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: "The Ave Maria Grotto consists of over 125 miniature reproductions of famous churches, shrines, and buildings from all over the world. Encompassing an area of over four acres, this miniature fairyland was built by a Benedictine Monk, Brother Joseph. He spent over 40 years in making this scenic sp... View Full Item at Samford University Library -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: "Built in the 1830s by James Jackson, one of the founders of Florence, this stately mansion was visited by such noted guests as Andrew Jackson, James Madison and James Coffee. The 24 massive pillars were made from sand and molasses!" View Full Item at Samford University Library -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: “A view of the Queen’s Room, showing some beautiful formations as you enter the room. See Rickwood’s miracle mile of underground caverns, the Chapel of Chimes, Chandelier, Natural Bridge, Caveman’s Tomb, etc. Bring your camera. Open all year.” View Full Item at Samford University Library -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: “Downstairs parlor. This home is the showplace of North Alabama and is located on a beautiful knoll which overlooks the plantation. If you enjoy seeing antiques – you’ll thrill at seeing R. B. Dowdy’s fabulous collection at the Forks. Open all year.” View Full Item at Samford University Library -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: “8 miles southwest of Bessemer on Helena Road. Beautiful Cherokee Beach is the Greater Birmingham area’s newest recreation center of the entire family. Swimming, Boating, Fishing, Bar-B-Q pits, Picnicking, Picnic Shelter, Concession stand and Pavilion. Plan to have your next ‘Get together’ with y... View Full Item at Samford University Library