Oakleigh House Museum: A Step Back in Time

Getting There

• Walking

  From the intersection of Government Street and George Street, head south on George Street for three blocks until you reach the intersection of George and Savannah Streets. Turn right onto Savannah Street, and you'll see Oakleigh directly in front of you. Walk one block on Savannah Street, which dead-ends into Oakleigh Place. Turn right onto Oakleigh Place, and the parking lot in front of the Minnie Mitchell Archives Building will be on your right. The sidewalk to the left of the archives building will lead you to the Oakleigh House Museum. This walk is approximately 10-15 minutes.

• Public Transport

  The Wave Transit System provides bus service in Mobile. Several routes service the Government Street corridor. Get off at a stop near George Street and walk south for three blocks until you reach the intersection of George and Savannah Streets. Turn right onto Savannah Street, and you'll see Oakleigh directly in front of you. Walk one block on Savannah Street, which dead-ends into Oakleigh Place. Turn right onto Oakleigh Place, and the parking lot in front of the Minnie Mitchell Archives Building will be on your right. The sidewalk to the left of the archives building will lead you to the Oakleigh House Museum. A single ride fare is $1.25.

• Taxi/Ride-Share

  A taxi or ride-share from downtown Mobile to Oakleigh House Museum will typically cost between $8 and $15, depending on traffic and demand. Direct the driver to 300 Oakleigh Place, Mobile, AL 36604. The ride is usually short, around 5-10 minutes.

• Driving

  From downtown Mobile, head west on Government Street. Turn left onto George Street and continue for three blocks until you reach Savannah Street. Turn right onto Savannah Street, then right again onto Oakleigh Place. The parking lot for the Minnie Mitchell Archives Building will be on your right. Additional parking is available on Roper Street behind the museum. Parking is free.