Exhibits include tools, clothing, weapons and an early dug-out canoe traditionally used by Native Americans in the area.

NOTICE: Alabama River Museum
is CLOSED until further notice

Alabama River Museum at Claiborne Lock and Dam

Museum of Closed until further notice   251-575-7433

Perched along the banks of the Alabama River, the Alabama River Museum exhibits fossils from the famous Claiborne Bluffs that show which creatures lived in our area 60 million years ago. American Indian artifacts and displays explain early life in the area. Many of the projectile points (arrowheads), pottery shards and other artifacts on exhibit were found on the site during the excavation of the Claiborne Lock and Dam. Riverboat traffic is also covered, including a small replica of the steamboat Nettie Quill. Books and memorablia about Native Americans and the river are available in the gift shop.

Annual Special Events Alabama River Festival – Second Week of March Travel back in time to an early 1800s camp on the river. Visit with Indians, frontiersmen, traders and travelers. Enjoy music, demonstrations and food. Great field trip for students.

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