Day Trip with Beth Spivey
Curator for the Old Depot Museum
**SOCIALLY DISTANCED**
Photo Courtesy of Montgomery Advertiser
Power up for a day of sightseeing with a stop at the Downtowner located at 1114 Selma Avenue. The Downtowner is known for its down-home breakfast options served in the heart of downtown Selma. If you are looking for another downtown option, the Coffee Shoppe offers friendly service, fresh baked goods, hot/cold drinks, and some heartier options too. (Here is their website: HERE)
Photo courtesy: Selma AL Blogspot
After breakfast meet up with Terry Chestnut to begin your private tour of the historic sights of Selma including Brown Chapel AME Church, The George Washington Carver Homes, The First Baptist Church, The Jackson Home where Dr. King stayed when he came to Selma, The Boynton’s Home, and The Good Samaritan Hospital. Chestnut witnessed the pivotal moments of Bloody Sunday as a young child with his father, Selma’s first black lawyer Atty. J L Chestnut, Jr. His tour makes for a unique Selma experience.
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For lunch head on over to Hancock’s BBQ, a favorite of locals since 1973, located at 72 County Road 46. The fresh-made sides and BBQ sauce prepared using a family recipe are delicious but what will bring you back is the hickory-and-pecan smoked pork. While you are at it don’t forget to order the ribs!
Photo courtesy of Savory Spice Shop
Keep heading down scenic County Road 46 to reach your next stop, Old Cahawba. Cahawba was once Alabama’s state capital (1819-1826) and a thriving antebellum river town. It became a ghost town shortly after the Civil War. Today it is an important archaeological site and a place of picturesque ruins. The self-guided tour can be taken on foot, by bike (bring your own), or by car. This family-friendly spot is great because you can go at your own pace and take a moment to enjoy nature. Insider tip - don’t forget to bring cash for the cash box.
Finish your day with dinner at Tally Ho. Tally Ho began over 60 years ago as a tearoom but now offers a full menu with a thoughtfully selected wine list. Fried crab claws, fried green stack, and the ribeye are a few menu standouts.
Photo courtesy of Skye Sherman
To do before you come:
*request a tour with Terry Chestnut through his website: http://footstepsthroughselmallc.com/
*Plan to wear comfortable walking shoes
Additional Resources:
Al.com Article on HANCOCKS BBQ