Things to do in Gadsden
Downtown Gadsden, Inc.
Unique shops and thriving business community. Office responsible for historic preservation and economic development. Tours, historical information. Coordinates Downtown GRITS: annual festival with arts/crafts, children's activities, live music. Farmer's Market Fridays Apr.–Oct. Call (256) 547-8696 for more information.
408 Broad St., Gadsden, AL 35902
Gadsden Museum of Art and History
Museum's permanent collections focus on regional history, as well as local and Alabama artists. American and European paintings, sculpture and decorative arts enhance the main collections. Changing exhibits regularly. Call (256) 546-7365 for more information.
515 Broad St., Gadsden, AL 35901
Lookout Mountain Parkway
America’s most colorful 100-mi./161-km scenic drive. Beginning point for 450-mi./724-km Outdoor Sale held each Aug. Call (256) 549-0351 for more information.
Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts
Home to 3 changing exhibition halls featuring regional and national exhibits plus 72-foot model of Gadsden with working railroads. Restaurant, summer outdoor concert series, special year-round performances. Imagination Place Children's Museum. Call (256) 543-2787 for more information.
501 Broad St., Gadsden, AL
Noccalula Falls Park
Falls cascade 90 feet over Lookout Mountain ledge into lush ravine. Home to Gilliland-Reese Covered Bridge, park features botanical garden, pioneer homestead, nature trails, picnic areas. Year-round campground. Train ride, petting zoo. Call (256) 549-4663 for more information.
1500 Noccalula Rd., Gadsden, AL 35902