Alabama

Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site, founded by Booker T. Washington, recruited the brightest teachers whose innovations made history.

Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site is the training site of the first-ever African American military pilots, known as the Red Tails.

The Trail of Tears National Historic Trail ranges eight U.S. states and commemorates the survival of the Cherokee, who were forcefully removed from their land.

Alabama's Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail honors the 54-mile march of white and black non-violent supporters, led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Russell Cave has one of the most complete records of prehistoric cultures in the Southeast. The park includes nature paths and the Birds of Prey program.

The Old Natchez Trace was a 500-mile footpath that connected Mississippi to Tennessee. It is now a National Scenic Trail made of four trails that total 65 miles.

Little River Canyon National Preserve in Alabama offers backcountry exploring, scenic drives, and recreation amidst spectacular views.

Horseshoe Bend National Military Park honors the bravery of 800 soldiers who fought for freedom during the final battle of the War of 1812.

Established on January 12, 2017, Freedom Riders National Monument shares stories of people and places that gained national attention in the fight against the injustices of Jim Crow laws and eventua