Magazine Point: A Historic Peninsula in Mobile
Discover Magazine Point in Mobile, AL: Where the story of Africatown and the last slave ship Clotilda began, shaping a legacy of resilience.
Magazine Point, a peninsula in Mobile, Alabama, holds a significant place in American history as part of Africatown. It marks the arrival of the last known slave ship, the Clotilda, and the establishment of a resilient community by its survivors.
A brief summary to Magazine Point
- Mobile, North Industrial Area, Alabama, US
Local tips
- Explore the Africatown Heritage Trail to learn about the history and legacy of the area.
- Visit the Africatown Heritage House to learn more about the history of the Clotilda and the survivors who founded Africatown.
- Take time to reflect on the historical significance of Magazine Point and its connection to the Mobile River and Three Mile Creek.
Getting There
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Driving
Magazine Point is accessible by car via Telegraph Road/Highway 43 and Bay Bridge Road. From I-165, merge onto Bay Bridge Road. Be aware that roads in the area also serve industrial traffic. Limited parking is available near the waterfront. Check local signage for any parking restrictions.
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Public Transport
Public transportation options to Magazine Point may be limited. Check the Mobile public transit schedule for bus routes serving the Africatown area. From downtown Mobile, the ride may involve transfers and a short walk to reach the peninsula. A single fare on Mobile's public transit is typically $1.25.
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Walking
While walking to Magazine Point is possible, it may not be the most convenient option from downtown Mobile due to the distance (approximately 3 miles) and industrial nature of the area. If walking from nearby Africatown neighborhoods, be mindful of traffic along Bay Bridge Road. There are limited pedestrian sidewalks in some areas.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Magazine Point
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Africatown Historic District
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National African Amer Archives
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Historic Mobile Bay
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Downtown Mobile
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Essential places to dine
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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