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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: "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: "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: “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 -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: "Temple-like Forks of Cypress was built in the 1830's by James Jackson, who maintained an excellent track on this plantation for horse racing of thoroughbreds. This view shows the main upstairs bedroom. This lovely home is the showplace of North Alabama. Open all year." View Full Item at Samford University Library -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: “A view of the Castle Room, one of countless beautiful and unique scenes that amaze visitors to Rickwood Caverns near Warrior, Alabama. In the Park there are picnic tables, playground equipment, a miniature train, swimming pool and restaurant.” View Full Item at Samford University Library -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: “Rickwood Caverns is one of Alabama’s most famous caverns. On U.S. 31, 6 miles north of Warrior, Ala. Three-quarters of a mile of enchanting beauty, 174 feet underground. Guided tours, cameras welcome.” View Full Item at Samford University Library -
Contributing Institution: Samford University Library Description: “Scene of North Burial Room in Museum, showing ‘In-Situ’ burials; also original ‘fire basins’ of house sites, left in relief, to show how they placed their dead under house floors. Located at Moundville, Alabama, 17 miles south of Tuscaloosa.” View Full Item at Samford University Library