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Hank Williams Memorial & Gravesite: A Country Music Pilgrimage

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Pay tribute to a country music legend at Hank Williams' final resting place in Montgomery's historic Oakwood Cemetery Annex.

Visit the final resting place of country music legend Hank Williams in Montgomery's Oakwood Cemetery Annex. A poignant tribute to a musical icon, the site features a memorial and the graves of Williams and his first wife, Audrey.

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  • The gravesite is located in the Oakwood Cemetery Annex, not the main Oakwood Cemetery. Be sure to specify 'Annex' when navigating.
  • Consider visiting the Hank Williams Museum in downtown Montgomery to complement your visit to the gravesite.
  • The cemetery is open from dawn to dusk, offering ample time for a respectful visit.
  • Check local listings for annual events or tributes held at the gravesite, especially around his birthday (September 17) or the anniversary of his death (January 1).

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Getting There

  • Walking

    From the main entrance of Oakwood Cemetery at 829 Columbus Street, the Annex is approximately a 15-20 minute walk. Head northeast on Columbus Street, then turn right onto Upper Wetumpka Road. Continue for about a mile; the Annex entrance will be on your left. There are no sidewalks for a portion of this route, so exercise caution. No cost.

  • Public Transport

    The #6 bus runs along Upper Wetumpka Road. From downtown Montgomery, take the #6 bus towards Eastdale Mall. Ask the driver for the closest stop to Oakwood Cemetery Annex (approximately 1 mile past the main Oakwood Cemetery entrance). From the bus stop, it's a short walk to the Annex entrance. Single ride fare is $1.25.

  • Taxi/Ride-share

    From downtown Montgomery, a taxi or ride-share to Oakwood Cemetery Annex will take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect to pay around $12-$18. Request the Oakwood Cemetery Annex at 1304 Upper Wetumpka Road.

  • Driving

    From downtown Montgomery, take US-231 N/US-82 E/Eastern Boulevard. Continue to follow US-231 N/US-82 E for approximately 3 miles. Turn left onto Upper Wetumpka Road. The Oakwood Cemetery Annex will be on your right in about 0.2 miles. Parking is available inside the Annex. No parking fees.

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The Hank Williams Memorial & Gravesite, located in Montgomery, Alabama's Oakwood Cemetery Annex, serves as a pilgrimage site for country music fans from around the globe. Here lies Hiram "Hank" Williams, a singer-songwriter whose heartfelt lyrics and soulful performances profoundly impacted American music. Despite his short life, Williams penned timeless classics like "Your Cheatin' Heart," "Hey Good Lookin'," and "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry."The memorial features a bronze statue of Williams, forever tipping his hat to his fans. His grave is marked by a large, distinctive headstone adorned with a carving of his signature cowboy hat and the moniker "Luke the Drifter," a name he used for his gospel recordings. Alongside Hank rests his first wife, Audrey Williams, whose headstone mirrors his, a testament to their complex and influential relationship.Visiting the gravesite offers a chance to reflect on Williams' enduring legacy and the profound impact he had on country music. Fans often leave flowers, guitar picks, and other tokens of appreciation. The serene atmosphere of the cemetery provides a quiet space to connect with the music and the man behind it, solidifying his place as one of the greatest songwriters of the 20th century. The memorial also includes the grave of Hank's mother, Lillie Mae Williams Stone, located just to the right of the main memorial.

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