Alabama Constitution Hall Park offers guided tours on the site where Alabama became a state. Visitors will step back in time and learn how the residents of Huntsville lived in 1819. Explore how Alabama became a state and what that meant for all the people of our state. All aspects of life in the summer of 1819 will be explored. Guided Tours are offered Thursday-Saturday at 10am and 12pm. Reservations are requested.

This unique museum of regional history is housed in the mountaintop home of Dr. William Henry Burritt. The remarkable 14-room mansion built in the shape of an X in the 1930's is insulated with 2,200 bales of wheat straw. The Historic Park contains restored farm buildings which interpret rural life during 1850 and 1900. Many nature trails wind through heavily wooded forest. The grounds, open year round, offer a breathtaking panoramic view of Huntsville and the Tennessee Valley. On a clear day you can see the Tennessee River and the towering NASA rocket test stands.

Open year-round, the Huntsville Botanical Garden contains diverse ecosystems to explore within its 112 acres. From grassy meadows to woodland paths, aquatic habitats to stunning floral collections, the Garden invites guests of all ages to discover the beauty and wonder of the natural environment. Stroll along the nature trails while admiring collections of Alabama’s native plants. Play freely in the Children’s Garden after encountering the fluttering butterflies in the nation’s largest open-air butterfly house. Find serenity in the cool shade of the trees, surrounded by the sounds of nature. With additional events, exhibits, and programs throughout the year, the Garden is a source of plant conservation, education, and celebration for all.

The Huntsville Havoc provide an exciting and family-friendly entertainment experience for hockey fans of all ages. Whether you're a die-hard hockey fan or just looking for a fun night out, Havoc games are the perfect choice. With affordable ticket prices, exciting promotions, and a dedicated fan base, the team is committed to providing an unforgettable experience for everyone who attends a game. Come see the Havoc in action and be a part of the excitement!

The world's largest space attraction features dozens of interactive exhibits surrounding Apollo, Mercury and Space Shuttle spacecraft. Rockets developed in Huntsville range from the Army boosters that put America's first satellite and astronauts in orbit to NASA's Saturn V moon rocket and the Space Shuttle.

Experience three times the force of gravity as you spin in the "G-Force Accelerator." Feel the powerful G forces of launch aboard the "Space Shot." Maneuver through space aboard the "Mission to Mars." Travel through space during breathtaking shows in the INTUITIVE® Planetarium and National Geographic Theater.

Built in 1819, the same year Alabama became a state, the Weeden House is the oldest house museum in Alabama. The house was home to several distinguished Huntsville owners before the Weeden... family purchased it in 1845. Maria Howard Weeden, painter and poet, was born in the house in 1846. She is credited as being one of the first Americans to paint African Americans true to life, and some of her works are on display throughout the home.