Montgomery, Alabama, was originally inhabited by Native American tribes and received its name from a Revolutionary War general. The city was founded in 1819 along the Alabama River. It became the state's capital in 1846, and it has remained ever since. During the Civil War, it was the first capital of the Confederate States of America until it moved to Richmond, Virginia. In … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Montgomery, Alabama
Big Fish Filming Locations to Visit
Based on the book Big Fish: A Novel of Mythic Proportions by Daniel Wallace, the Tim Burton film is about Edward Bloom and his unusual life full of unbelievable characters. On his deathbed, his son tries to discover what, if anything, his father told him is actually true. The movie was filmed almost entirely in Alabama and many locations from the Big Fish movie set are open … [Read more...] about Big Fish Filming Locations to Visit
15 Southern Podcasts to Listen To
Podcasts are the new wave of storytelling, bringing to life the tales from around the region. You can find them on nearly every topic including the Southern Gothic-style tales from the South. Do you have a favorite podcast we left out? Let us know below! True Crime The Color Line Murders This incredible podcast by Shannon Ballard tells the stories of the lynchings of … [Read more...] about 15 Southern Podcasts to Listen To
Literary South: Zelda Fitzgerald
Zelda Sayre was born in 1900 as the youngest of six children in Montgomery, Alabama. Her family was prominent in the city and throughout the South, and her father was a state Supreme Court justice. She was a dancer and active in the local social scene. In 1918, she met her future husband, F. Scott Fitzgerald, who was visiting Montgomery with his army regiment. They quickly … [Read more...] about Literary South: Zelda Fitzgerald
Road Tripping from Chattanooga to Knoxville
If you're driving to the Great Smoky Mountains from Atlanta or one of the other cities nearby, you'll almost certainly take I-75 between Chattanooga and Knoxville. The gateway to the Smokies has lots to offer if you're willing to get off the beaten path. There are destinations on either side of the Tennessee River or Chickamauga Lake, including a number of state parks. … [Read more...] about Road Tripping from Chattanooga to Knoxville