The countdown for those Wisconsin cheese curds, famous ButterBurgers and frozen custard from Culver’s in Decatur is on! What to know Culver’s in Decatur is in the final stages of the build-out and opening preparations. Residents may have noticed a flurry of activity a few weeks ago as the building got new signage. They have Read more about Coming Soon: Culver’s in Decatur[…]

Parking downtown may be easier by this time next year! Construction should be heating up on what will eventually become a downtown Decatur parking deck. The details The downtown Decatur parking deck will be a four-story building off of East Moulton Street and First Avenue Southeast. According to reports, the estimated cost of the project Read more about In the News: Downtown Decatur Parking Deck[…]

Put on comfortable shoes and get ready to explore our city in a new way when you take one of Decatur’s historic walking tours highlighting the city’s colorful past and more. Old Decatur Walking Tours One of the best parts about Decatur’s historic walking tours is you can set your own pace and pick and Read more about Things to Do: Decatur’s Historic Walking Tours[…]

Make plans now before the good times roll at Carnegie Carnival 2022 happening in Downtown Decatur Saturday, Feb. 26th! Carnegie Carnival 2022 From princesses to pups to parades, there is tons of family fun to be had at this annual Carnegie Visual Arts Center fundraising event. But the fun doesn’t just happen on parade day. Read more about Coming Up: Carnegie Carnival 2022[…]

We are excited to say two new places in Decatur are on the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage highlighting local buildings with historic significance! First Presbyterian Church First to make the list is Decatur’s First Presbyterian Church. The church was originally erected on the southeast corner of Bank Street and Church Street in 1853. Read more about Two New Places in Decatur are on the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage[…]

Save the date! In three days, as in Monday, December 6th, the Decatur Christmas Parade 2021 will roll through downtown spreading holiday cheer with festive floats, sparkly vehicles, merry walkers and more. The Parade A favorite holiday tradition in town has asked participants to “Dec’ the Halls” and represent their favorite Decatur attraction—in style. That Read more about Coming Up: Decatur Christmas Parade 2021[…]

Have you heard about the Singing River Trail project yet? Well, good news. This massive trail system will eventually connect Huntsville to Madison to Decatur to Athens and beyond. It will feature greenways, the Tennessee River and much more of North Alabama! About the Singing River Trail What started as an idea several years ago Read more about In the News: The Singing River Trail[…]

October is here and so are these festive fall activities near Decatur, Alabama. Be sure to make your plans now so you don’t “fall” behind and miss all the seasonal fun! We’ve included the drive times from Summer Key to help with planning. Hidden Rivers Farm About: At this hidden gem, you’ll find the usual Read more about Things to Do: Fall Activities Near Decatur, Alabama[…]

Did you hear? Creatures that walk the land and sea are on their way! With plans for a new zoo in Limestone County officially announced, get excited for a world view of wildlife right here in North Alabama. More on the zoo In early August, Limestone County, Alabama, received some exciting news: eventually, it will Read more about In the News: Plans for a New Zoo in Limestone County[…]

If you live in Decatur, you probably know just how cool the Cook Museum is. Well, now it has a little national recognition! After a panel decided the best new museums in the country, readers and USA Today announced a number one ranking for the Cook Museum of Natural Science. Congrats! How the Cook Museum Read more about In the News: Number One Ranking for the Cook Museum of Natural Science[…]