Dauphin Island: 3 History and Nature Attractions to Explore

Connie Alabama, Attractions & Events, History, Nature, Road Trips February 8, 2024March 14, 2024Alabama, Alabama Aquarium, Alabama Coastal Connection, Audubon Bird Sanctuary, Dauphin Island, Fort Gaines 0 Comment

When British military occupied Dauphin Island during the War of 1812, they described the land as full of snakes, alligators, and mosquitoes. The island was “very barren…and produces nothing at all…a very marshy nature.” I suppose some of that is true today, since we saw warning signs about alligators. But developed with museums, restaurants, and condos, the island is a far cry from what the British soldiers experienced.

The Woman Behind Bellingrath Gardens

Connie Alabama, Attractions & Events, History, Nature, Road Trips February 8, 2024March 14, 2024Alabama, Alabama Coastal Connection, Bellingrath Gardens, Scenic byway 2 Comments

Bellingrath Gardens was a must-see visit for us as we explored Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway. Sixty-five acres of gorgeous gardens and the impressive 10,500 square-foot mansion, complete with the Bellingraths’ original furnishings, were absolutely worth the visit. But what impressed me most was the story of Mrs. Bellingrath.