Reviewed by: Liv George
Check Out These Historical Spots in Historic Northport
If you’re looking for a weekend getaway from Tuscaloosa, downtown Northport is perfect (especially with the fall weather). We explored historic Northport so you can be prepared. Read down below about these historic spots.
Shirley Place
Built in 1838, this home has historical significance. The house is a raised Creole cottage in the Greek Revival style, and built of local handmade brick. It was home to Mary Ann Christian and her husband James Shirley. James went on to build the first bridge over the Sipsey River. It was later owned by Confederate veteran William L. Christian who was a Northport merchant. The house was given to the City of Northport in 1997.
- Location: 512 Main Avenue, Northport, AL 35476
- Hours: Tours available for scheduling
- More info: 205-349-1617
Kentuck Art Center
The main building in the Kentuck Art Center is over 100 years old! The center holds art nights, workshops, art markets, a gallery shop, and a yearly festival. Read more about the Kentuck Arts Festival here. Come explore the rotating art from local artists of Northport.
- Location: 503 Main Avenue, Northport, AL 35476
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:30AM-5:30PM | Saturday-Sunday, 12PM-4PM
- More info
Mark’s Mart
Mark’s Mart is a great one-stop shop. They carry many local Alabama goods, such as Conecuh Sausage, Alabama Sunshine, and Joyce’s Cheese Straws. Mark’s also has their own coffee, meat shop, and fine wine.
- Location: 2300 5th St, Northport, AL 35476
- Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9AM-7PM | Sunday, 1PM-5PM
- More info
End of Main Street
If you continue walking down to the end of Main Street, you will find a historic spot. Read here of Northport’s cotton gin, along with Alabama’s oldest road. The road, Byler Road, is still in use today.
- Location: 1901 1st St, Northport, AL 35476
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