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Historic landmark and civil rights touchstone with informational plaques, a reflective park, and poignant views of the Alabama River. Includes art and a museum detailing the march for voting rights.
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- Amigo1111Pine City, MN89 contributionsYou can read about it and know about it - but until you walk across it’s hard to absorb the gravity of racism and the heroes that keep arriving.Written May 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Marlene S42 contributionsThis is an interesting museum because it tells the stories of the 'foot soldiers' of the civil rights movement - those folks that walked behind the leaders, that did the day to day hard work in order to gain their civil rights. It weaves those stories into the historical figures and events most of us know. The displays preserve the story of Selma's place in civil rights history as well as portraying the larger civil rights movement. A good place to spend some time.Written January 28, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ken TGlen Oaks, NY902 contributionsI wanted to see Brown Chapel A.M.E Church first hand when I visited Selma. This is where the meetings took place for equal voting rights. Today it is a National Historic Landmark.Written January 26, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dewayne PElizabethtown, KY1,877 contributionsThis is one of the most spectacular cemeteries I have seen in Alabama. The oaks and Spanish moss added a heightened charm to the ornate headstones and historic pathways.Written September 7, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SydneySaint Louis, MO212 contributionsIf you have the time, it is absolutely worth driving from Selma to Montgomery to follow the March to Montgomery path. Selma is a bit run down, so you won't need to spend a ton of time there, but there are several places worth visiting at least once, especially the Edmund Pettus Bridge. The drive takes about an hour total, and there are tons of civil rights tour stops in Montgomery to check out.Written March 6, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kevin CClearwater, FL40 contributionsVery interesting place with plenty of antiques and curiosities and the curator is a very charming character full of stories. Don't miss it if you're in Selma!Written June 20, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- VirginiatravelerstwoArlington162 contributionsVery knowledgeable staff educates the visitor on the history of Selma and the civil rights movement more generally. The displays are fine, if not state-of-the-art fancy.Written April 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rebecca Y10 contributionsWonderful place to buy local and regional art!! The gallery supports more than 100 artists in a variety of disciplines.Written April 20, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MonteverdeguyMonteverde Costa Rica993 contributionsWonderful old home. Great guided tour. Reasonable entry fee. Well kept etc.
This compares very favorably to other plantation type homes I have toured in the south.
Actually probably the best.
lots of very nice furnishings.
This is well worth the visit.Written April 30, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - RonWamberalSydney, Australia12,168 contributionsAs a tourist, you mainly come to Selma to learn about history and to try and understand the past - difficult to understand but this is a good place to gain some insights - quite moving and emotional.Written December 22, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- machirjMontgomery, AL45 contributionsThis building is one of the historic buildings in Selma. It is very old however, is a nice place to hold a wedding or party.Written May 22, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- scoxjrhBirmingham, AL5 contributionsI was born there my mother’s doctor practiced ther. We liven in Thomasville and to was the best hospital in the area.Written February 12, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Selma
- The top attractions to visit in Selma are:
- Edmund Pettus Bridge
- Selma to Montgomery
- Selma Interpretive Center
- Brown Chapel AME Church
- National Voting Rights Museum and Institute
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