COLBERT COUNTY– The Colbert County Tourism Office is pleased to announce that two towns in Colbert
County are participating in the state’s Saturday Morning Walking Tours. Sheffield and Tuscumbia will
offer these tours every Saturday morning in April, beginning at 10 am. The state has offered this
recurring program for the past dozen or so years, and it has become a beloved tradition by many who
attend.
These walking tours offer a unique opportunity to explore the rich history and architecture of some of
Alabama’s most historic and charming towns. Knowledgeable guides will teach visitors about the local
history, culture, and architecture and see some of the area’s most beautiful and historic buildings.
For the Tuscumbia tours, each week features different sites. On April 6th, Buddy Whitlock will showcase
the First Presbyterian Church. Following that, on April 13th, John McWilliams will take you to the
Winston Home. Then, on April 20th, Lorie Johnson will guide guests through Locust Hill. Finally, on the
27th, Ron Hudson will cap off the month with another visit to the First Presbyterian Church. In Sheffield,,Jimmy Austin will lead tours of the North Montgomery residential area on April 6th and 20th, and the Montgomery downtown business district on April 13th and 27th. We warmly 
invite everyone to join us for these enjoyable and informative walking tours, showcasing the rich history and beauty of two of Alabama’s most historic and picturesque cities.
“We’re thrilled that our communities are offering these free walking tours to highlight the incredible
history and culture of our community,” said Susann Hamlin, President & CEO of Colbert County Tourism.
“We invite everyone to come out and explore the beautiful neighborhoods of Tuscumbia and Sheffield
and learn about the stories and people that have shaped our history.”
The Tuscumbia tours will depart from the old Coldwater Books building at the corner of Main and 6th
Streets, while the Sheffield tours will depart from Sheffield City Hall at 600 N Montgomery Avenue. Both
tours will start at 10 am and last 1 to 1-1/2 hours. The Tuscumbia Walking Tours are sponsored by the
Colbert County Historical Landmarks Foundation, and the Sheffield Tours are sponsored by the Sheffield
Historic Commission.
The tours are free and open to the public, so everyone is welcome to attend. For more information,
please contact Colbert County Tourism at 256-383-0783.
Media Release/: Maryanne Floyd, Director of Communications Colbert County Tourism
