- The list below includes 80 free or cheap things to do in or near Madison, Alabama, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Dog Park, Bike Paths and Hiking Trails.
- From Madison Public Library to Rainbow Mountain Trails, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Madison and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Huntsville, Decatur and Athens.
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Old State Bank may be considered the building that put the city on the map. After having it built in 1833, Decatur's economy leaped, establishing it as an important city in the state. Besides its historical importance, the Old State Bank also has a peaceful garden around it.
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Artifacts like uniforms, weapons, medals, books, and photographs are on display in a large exhibit at the Alabama Veterans Museum & Archives. Visitors can also access a monthly coffee call, gift shop, meeting facilities, and guided tours by local veterans.
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Built by a philanthropist in 1904, Carnegie Visual Arts Center is a restored library that showcases a variety of exhibits depicting Alabama's history. These exhibits feature anything from paintings to sculptures from local artists and craftsmen.
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Open during the summer months on Saturday mornings, the Athens Saturday Market features the wares of local farmers, artisans, and businesspeople. The market also hosts various event days with themes.
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Featuring the work of a local artist, Carole Foret Fine Art offers visitors prints and paintings with subjects like animals, still life, Jesus, and more. The artist also has commission work available for custom paintings.
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Readers and history buffs will find plenty to explore at the Houston Memorial Library and Museum, the former home of U.S. senator George S. Houston. Visitors can survey the book section then head upstairs to view furnishings and family artifacts.
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723 Bank Street, Decatur, AL 35601
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A wide range of artifacts including uniforms and weapons are contained in the Blue & Gray Museum of North Alabama. It is actually considered to be the largest private collection of Civil War artifacts in the United States.
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Sycamore Street, Hillyer Place, Barry Street, Pate Street, Decatur, AL 35601
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The Old Decatur Historic District is a historical district that was created in the year of 1820. The age of the houses range from 1829 to present day and the styles vary from the Empire period to the Edwardian Cottage.
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The Civil War is memorialized and studied within the Blue & Gray Museum. Historical items from the war like period drums, muskets, pistols, swords, and uniforms are preserved and put on display within the site.
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The Morgan County Archives is a collection of thousands of documents including population records, genealogy information, and more. Also included in the archives is a small museum with a number of old photographs, art pieces, and period clothing.