AlabamaMosaic: Unveiling Alabama's Digital Treasures
Explore Alabama's history and culture through digitized collections of photos, documents, and stories at this unique online repository.
AlabamaMosaic is a digital initiative dedicated to preserving and showcasing Alabama's rich history and culture [4, 6, 7, 8]. Located in Montgomery, this online repository brings together historical treasures from archives, libraries, and museums across the state, making them accessible to a global audience [4, 6, 7]. Visitors to AlabamaMosaic can explore a diverse range of digital materials, including photographs, documents, maps, and oral histories [4, 5, 6, 7, 8]. These collections offer insights into Alabama's past, from its Native American heritage to its role in the Civil Rights Movement and beyond [4, 5, 13, 17]. Whether you're a student, researcher, or simply curious about Alabama's story, AlabamaMosaic provides a valuable resource for discovery and learning [4, 6, 7, 8]. While AlabamaMosaic itself is a virtual museum, its administrative offices are located at 624 Washington Ave in Montgomery [9]. This physical location serves as a hub for the project's ongoing efforts to digitize and share Alabama's cultural heritage [4, 6, 7, 8].
Local tips
- Since AlabamaMosaic is a digital archive, access it from anywhere with an internet connection to explore Alabama's history.
- Check the AlabamaMosaic website for featured collections and exhibits to guide your exploration of the archives.
- Use the search function to find specific topics, people, or places within the AlabamaMosaic collections.
A brief summary to AlabamaMosaic
- 624 Washington Ave, Montgomery, Alabama, 36104, US
- +1334-242-4452
- Visit website
Getting There
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Walking
AlabamaMosaic's administrative office is located at 624 Washington Ave in downtown Montgomery [9]. If you're near the Alabama State Capitol, walk east on Washington Avenue. The building will be on your left. From the Greyhound station on Union Street, walk south towards Dexter Ave, turn right, then left onto Washington Ave. The destination is a 15-minute walk [9].
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Public Transport
Montgomery Transit, also known as 'The M', provides bus service in the city [11, 21]. Check 'The M' schedules and routes for the nearest bus stop to 624 Washington Ave [11, 21]. Bus routes 1, 2, and 5 have stops near the location [15]. A single ride fare is $1.25 [11].
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Taxi/Ride-Share
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Montgomery [9]. A short ride from downtown hotels or the Intermodal Center to 624 Washington Ave will typically cost between $8 and $15, depending on demand and distance [9].
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Parking
Several parking options are available near AlabamaMosaic. Street parking can be found on Washington Avenue and the surrounding streets, with payment managed through the ParkMobile app [16]. Additionally, there are several parking garages within walking distance, such as the RSA Parking Garage at 777 Adams Ave [18]. Hourly rates in these garages typically range from $1 to $3 [18].
