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While teaching here in 1861, Prussian-born artist Nicola Marschall designed the first national flag of the Confederate States of America, "The Stars and Bars." Itt was officially adopted by the Confederate States of America on March 4, 1861, and served as the national flag of the Confederacy longer than any other banner.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Lincoln Museum

Artifacts and exhibits of Lincoln Normal School, founded in 1867

Marion, AL Museums




Moore/Webb/Holmes Plantation

1800s plantation owned by same family since 1819. Country store, smokehouse, log cotton seed house. Weaving, carriage and tenant houses. Blacksmith shop, grist mill, barns, more. 6 mi./9.5

Marion, AL Plantations

Things to do near Marion, AL

Limestone Canoe Club

Scenic Little Cahaba River canoe trips with shuttle service. Overnight trips, 1.5-hr. tube float. All trips suitable for all ...

Pine Hill Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...

Alabama Men's Hall of Fame

Bronze plaques honoring men who have made significant impact statewide, nationally or internationally. Also high school essay...

Murphy African-American Museum

Home of 1st licensed Black mortician in west Alabama. Period furniture, irons and kettles, combs and curlers used by African-...