The Anniston Museum of Natural History

The Anniston Museum of Natural History, Al (U.S.A)

Anniston is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains; it lies between Birmingham and Atlanta. With a varied economy, attractive natural scenery, and humble and generous people, it is a perfect place for a holiday. One can visit several vivacious historic regions, two world class museums and much more. Anniston Museum of Natural History is one of the most visited and the popular place in the city and it comes under a must see list for any traveller. Population of the city in July 2008: 23,662.

Get in Touch With the Museum

Address: P.O. Box 1587
Anniston, AL 36202
Phone: (256) 237-6766
Fax: (256) 237-6776
Email: info AT annistonmuseum.org

Location of the Museum: Anniston Museum of Natural History (AMHM) is located in Lagarde Park, Anniston, Alabama (USA), at the junction of Highways 431 and 21. From Interstate 20, exit 185, 7 miles north on Highway 21.

Opening & Closing Time Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday from 10:00am-5:00pm and Sundays from 1:00-5:00pm. Museum is open summer Mondays from 10:00-5:00 and closed on Mondays from September-May.

Museum closure days: Thanksgiving; December 24-25; January 1 and Martin Luther King Day.

Entrance Fees: Anniston Museum is a not-for-profit organization. But Donations are welcome.

Exhibits: The Anniston Museum of Natural History is equipped with seven exhibit halls that display a large variety of natural history, from Africa, the North American wilderness, and 2,000 year old mummies. It showcases more than 400 mounted varieties of North American birds include some rare and extinct species. There are gardens and nature trails even to explore. Outdoor exhibits feature nature walks and live animals in natural environments.
Special Attractions: The Museum offers a variety of programs and events throughout the year, which is liked by varied age groups. There is always something for everyone throughout the year at the Anniston Museum of Natural History.

Anniston Hotels near the Museum:
1) Super 8 Motel
2) The Victoria Country Inn
3) Royal Inn Motel Anniston
4) Americas Best Value Inn
5) Down Towner Inns

Other Tourist Attractions in Alabama:

1) Noccalulua Falls Park
2) De Soto Caverns Park
3) Birmingham Museum
4) Ave Maria Grotto
5) Battleship Memorial Park