crooked creek civil war museum
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crooked creek civil war museum印象
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The owner of this place has created the museum by restoring an older building on his property. Artifacts are on display, as well as photographs or descriptions of how they were used (not a lot of folks know what a caltrop is or what a fuse looks like!). There are also a couple of dioramas of famous Civil War battles. He charges a small fee, but it is well worth the price.He also bought and restored a two story historic house on the place that he rents as a bed and breakfast - - altho, truth to tell - he furnishes the food but you make your own breakfast! Place has a huge fireplace and he suppliles the wood. Nice little getaway that rally isn;t htat far from the 'big' city of Cullman (8-10 miles maybe less).
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Very Nice museum, had a good time. Nice to see all the guns. Loved to hear all the stories from the owner, and enjoyed his coffee too.
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Fred Wise, the owner, has worked very hard to provide a unique historical visit to the site of a Civil War battle- many of the displayed artifacts were found on his property, but he has collected many from individuals who entrusted them to him for public display. One visit won't be enough to take it all in. The trail along the creek where the battle took place is also a beautiful short walk.
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We saw a sign and just happened into this museum. What a lovely way to spend an hour or so! The owner, Fred, was so knowledgable and this is actually his private collection and his passion. He owns this land and many of the artifacts came right off his own land. The battle of Crooked Creek took place on this site. It was a great time and we would highly recommend this to anyone interested in Civil War history!
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We were on our way to visit and picnic at the Clarkson covered bridge but it was closed for repairs. We happened to pass by the sign for Crooked Creek Civil War Museum and said what the hell. Not having any real expectations we drove on to the museum. We arrived expecting no one to be there but we were wrong. There was a $5 admission fee (well worth it) upon entering we met Fred, the owner/tour guide. What a great character, he was wonderful and very knowledgeable and entertaining. We loved this place and I plan on bringing all my visitors to my lake house to the museum to meet this wonderful man and very interesting museum.
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Fred Wise has spent considerable time, energy and funds to create a focal point of local history connected to the civil war. His museum has a very nice collection of both Indian artifacts and many civil war artifacts, both from the battle fought on his land and from other parts of the country. It is well worth your time to make a detour. He even has a bed and breakfast on the premises if you need a quiet place to spend the night. Who knows, you maybe lucky enough to see one of the alleged ghosts who frequent the land. There is a $5.00 fee for the museum and it is worth the price of admission. I hope you will have time to walk the stage coach road down to the ford across the creek and look over the terrain where the battle was fought.
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hands on museum, we were able to handle the guns and cannon balls and take as many pictures as we wanted. nice picnic area. cabin a little rustic with stuffed animals everywhere.
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For civil war buffs this is a must go to place. It costs $5 per person well worth it. Fred the owner is the most interesting to talk to - he has so much knowledge about the war. He has so many artifacts and so many stories. I am not that interested in civil war, my husband is but I have to tell you I enjoyed the time spent. We were the only two there with him and we must have spent 2 hours talking to him, listening to his stories and having him show us around his property. It is a small building next to his house but you won't be disappointed. He even showed us the cabin he has on the property that he will rent out. This man has so many things inside and outside that you will be glad you took the time to go.
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We visited the museum yesterday. My 10 year old daughter liked the dioramas and that it was on an actual war site. She also liked being able to hold some of the artifacts to feel what they were like. The owner showed us around himself and was friendly. We would like to go back and visit again when we have more time to walk down to the creek or maybe can stay at the bed and breakfast.
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I have visited this museum with different members of my family several times. We always enjoy the visit and Mr. Wise and his family are great hosts. The chance to see and touch exhibits makes this a truly memorable experience. We have also been to some of the living history events and been able to see cannons fired and campsites set up, this really lets you have a window into the past. The walk down to the creek is well worth the time. I highly recommend visiting Crooked Creek and I know I will visit again.