National Alabama Day

National Alabama Day is dedicated to celebrating the US state, which got its name from the Native Americans living on these lands. With stunning natural landscapes and an abundance of unique attractions, it’s no wonder why the locals have long been in love with the beauty of the place. It’s great that the state has its own holiday!

History

In the middle of the 16th century, European settlers arrived in the territory of the modern state and created settlements. One part went to the Spanish colony, and the other to the French kingdom. In the 18th century, France ceded the lands to Great Britain, which in turn passed them to the United States. In 1819, the territory was admitted as the state of Alabama.

The state is home to many interesting places, including Dauphin Island with its nearly empty beaches, the city of Birmingham, the US Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, and the stunning Little River Canyon nature reserve with its diverse flora and fauna. Alabama is also the birthplace of country music pioneer Hank Williams, whose legacy is celebrated by fans on National Alabama Day and beyond.

Interesting Facts

• Alabama’s unofficial nickname is “Heart of the South.”
• The longleaf pine and the black bear are state symbols.
• In 1954, a meteorite crashed through a woman’s roof in Sylacauga, narrowly missing her.
• Apollo astronauts who walked on the Moon flew on Saturn V rockets built in Alabama.
• Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto was the first European to reach the area in 1540.

How to Take Part

Celebrate National Alabama Day by visiting its beautiful sites. If you can’t travel, learn about the state through documentaries and books, and share your appreciation with friends!

When is National Alabama Day in 2025?

National Alabama Day is observed on December 14 each year.

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