Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail
Overview
Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail is managed by National Park Service and is located near Hayneville, Alabama. Established by Congress in 1996, the Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail commemorates the people, events, and route of the 1965 Voting Rights March in Alabama. Led by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Black and White non-violent supporters fought for the right to vote in Central Alabama. Today, you can connect with this history and trace the events of these marches along the 54-mile trail.
Things to Do at Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail
Plan Your Visit
Getting There
March Route - The National Historic Trail follows the actual march route which began at Brown Chapel, A.M.E. Church in Selma, AL, located on Martin Luther King, Jr. Street. Follow the Trail markers to U.S. Hwy. 80 through Lowndes County, AL. Continue on U.S. Hwy. 80 to Montgomery concluding at the Alabama State Capitol in Montgomery, AL, located on Dexter Avenue.
GPS Coordinates: 32.27082100000000, -86.72823699999999
Contact & Resources
Phone: (334) 293-0598
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