Claiborne Historical Marker: Echoes of Alabama's Frontier
Reflect on Alabama's past at the Claiborne Historical Marker, commemorating a fort and a once-thriving river town.
The Claiborne Historical Marker commemorates the site of Fort Claiborne and the once-thriving town of Claiborne, a significant settlement in early Alabama history. It recalls the area's role in the Creek War and its subsequent rise as a major commercial center before its eventual decline.
A brief summary to Claiborne Historical Marker
- AL-12, Frisco City, Alabama, 36445, US
Local tips
- Read the marker carefully to understand the historical significance of Fort Claiborne and the town that once stood here.
- Consider visiting nearby Perdue Hill to see the Masonic Lodge and William Barrett Travis House, which were moved from Claiborne.
- Take a drive along the Alabama River to imagine what life was like when Claiborne was a bustling port.
Getting There
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Driving
The Claiborne Historical Marker is located on AL-12 in Frisco City. From Frisco City, head east on AL-12. The marker will be on your right. There is no dedicated parking area, but you can pull over on the shoulder of the road. Be cautious of traffic. There are no fees to visit the historical marker.
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