| DISCOVER THE HERITAGE |
Cullman is
a hospitable city that captures the American
spirit embodied in our nation's small cities and offers
a
unique history of the Deep South.
With roots reaching back to the simple
Indian villages of hundreds of years ago, this rich
tract of land has grown into the fulfillment of a dream
for German refugee Col. John G. Cullmann. Beginning in
the 1870's Col. Cullmann began to develop the area along
nearby railroad tracks as a place where his fellow
Germans could begin a new life in a land of opportunity.
Col. Cullmann, named to the Alabama Hall of Fame, is
credited with attracting over 10,000 German immigrants
to the area.
Known as the "City of
Churches," Cullman has an amazing number of
churches, which feature diverse architectural styles,
beautiful stained glass windows, towering steeples, and
proud stories of their history.
|
 |
Cullman County
Museum
This replica of the home of city founder Col. John
G. Cullmann houses thousands of
historical items dating back to the early 1800's.
Displays include an Archaeological Room with Indian
artifacts, a Primitive Room showing turn-of-the- century
tools, a Clothing Store with outfits from the 1800's, a
Main Street exhibit with 19th century storefronts, and a
photo gallery. Hours: Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 PM and Sunday: 1:30-4:30 PM
Admission, group rates available.
(256) 739-1258.
Visit our website: http://www.cullman.com/museum |
|
 Weiss
Cottage
Cullman's oldest home was restored by the City of
Cullman Federated Women's Club and the Historical
Society. It is listed on the Alabama Register of
Landmarks and Heritage and the National Registry of
Historical Places and is furnished with typical 19th
century items.
Open by appointment only. 256-739-1258
|
 |
Cullman Depot
This Pueblo style stucco building has been
designated a historical landmark by the National
Register of Historical Places, and serves as the offices
for United Way of Cullman
County.
The lobby contains displays of vintage railroad
related items. The Depot was restored from
1994-1997 by the Citizens of Cullman County
and the City of Cullman with the help of the
Alabama Historical Commission and Alabama
Department of Transportation.
256-739-2948 |
|
 Historic
District
Cullman County has many historic sites for visitors to the area to enjoy.
There are several sites registered on the National Trust for Historic Sites in
Washington D.C. - the Crane Hill Masonic Lodge, Shady Grove Methodist Church, The Green-Owens House
and the Stiefelmeyer Building. Other nationally registered sites include Clarkson Covered Bridge,
Ave Maria Grotto and the L&N Railroad Depot.
There are three historic districts in the City of Cullman - the downtown business district, the
residential district of "Die Deutsche Kolonie Von Nord Alabama" (The German Colony of North Alabama)
which consists of mostly Victorian type architecture and the Betz Addition Historic District which is
composed of 72 residential structures dating from the 1800s.
For more information contact the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce, (256) 734-0454.
|
|
|
