Cemetery Walking Tour of Old Cahawba

The decaying ruins of Old Cahawba's historic cemeteries provide an opportunity for a deeper understanding of the richly layered history surrounding the events that occurred at the site of Alabama's first capital. Join us for a one-hour guided tour as we visit the New Cemetery, established in 1851. This tour will explore the personal sagas of many of those who lived here before joining its community of perpetual residents.

Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable walking shoes.

Fee: $8.00 per person

Directions: From downtown Selma, take Highway 22 (Dallas Avenue) west 8.6 miles. Cross over the Cahaba River and turn left onto County Road 9 and follow this 3.3 miles until it dead ends. Turn left onto County Road 2 and follow this 1.5 miles until you see the Welcome Center on the right. Welcome Center Address: 9518 Cahaba Road, Orrville, AL 36767.

For more information contact Jonathan Matthews at or call the park at 334-872-8058.