Guntersville Museum: A Window to the Past
Explore Guntersville's history and culture in a landmark 1936 armory. Discover Native American artifacts, local art, and Lake Guntersville's story.
Housed in a historic 1936 armory, the Guntersville Museum showcases the rich history and culture of the Lake Guntersville area. Exhibits range from Native American artifacts to displays about the construction of the Guntersville Dam and local art [3, 4, 5].
A brief summary to Guntersville Museum
- 1215 Rayburn Ave, Guntersville, Alabama, 35976, US
- +1256-571-7597
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-4 pm
- Thursday 10 am-4 pm
- Friday 10 am-4 pm
- Saturday 1 pm-4 pm
- Sunday 1 pm-4 pm
Local tips
- Check out the museum gift shop for books on local history, prints, and handmade stoneware [6].
- Take time to admire the unique castellated architecture of the building itself, a WPA project from 1936 [3, 6, 7].
- Combine your visit with a trip to the adjacent Guntersville Public Library or a performance at the Whole Backstage Community Theatre [3].
Getting There
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Walking
The Guntersville Museum is located at 1215 Rayburn Avenue, a short walk from downtown Guntersville. From Gunter Avenue, head east on Rayburn Avenue. The museum will be on your left, sitting atop a small hill next to the Guntersville Public Library and across from the Whole Backstage Theatre. There is no fee to enter the museum [3].
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Public Transport
Guntersville Public Transportation provides service within the city limits [16]. Call 24 hours in advance to schedule a ride [16]. The one-way fare is $1.00 for 0-5 miles, $2.00 for 5-10 miles, $3.00 for 10-15 miles, $4.00 for 15-20 miles, and $5.00 for 20-25 miles [16]. The museum is located at 1215 Rayburn Avenue [3].
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Driving
From Highway 431, turn onto Rayburn Avenue. The Guntersville Museum is located at 1215 Rayburn Avenue, next to the Guntersville Public Library [3]. Free parking is available at the museum [15, 19, 20].
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Whole Backstage Theatre
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Huddle House
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Old Town Stock House
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Sunset Drive Walking Trail
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The Guntersville Historical Society
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Col. Montgomery Gilbreath House
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The Soak House & Soapery
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Civitan Park Pier
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City Harbor at Lake Guntersville Business Office
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Lake Guntersville Bed & Breakfast
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Subway
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Top O' The River
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Hampton Inn Guntersville
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River Rocks Plantation
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Marshall County Park
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Unmissable attractions to see
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Screaming Eagle Aerial Adventures at Lake Guntersville State Park
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Lake Guntersville State Park
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Beach Pavilion at Lake Guntersville State Park
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Beach Complex
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Sand Mountain Park
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High Falls Alabama
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Essential places to dine
Wendy's
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Waffle House
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Fire By The Lake
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Puck’s by the Lake
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Nick's Ristorante
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Peppered Pig
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Merrill's BBQ
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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