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A Little Loveliness
Melissa Lester, author, writer. I am a wife and mother of four who enjoys writing, crafting, visiting tea rooms and hosting birthday parties. I am a contributing editor to "Christian Woman" magazine and author of the book "Giving for All It's Worth." I contributed a chapter to the book "Woman to Woman." I enjoy sharing ideas for making memories and cherishing the little moments that make every day special.
Buena Vista
This beautiful circa 1830 structure was the first Autauga County entry to the National Register of Historic Places. Legend has it that Andrew Jackson patterned the staircase at his home, The Hermitage, after visiting. Buena Vista is operated and maintained by the Autauga County Heritage Association. It is available for weddings and parties and is open for tours on Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., or by appointment.Old Prattvillage/Prattvillage Garden
Efforts to preserve older structures in danger of being torn down resulted in Old Prattvillage. Property owners remodeled existing houses and worked with the Autauga County Heritage Association in relocating the historic Mims Hotel and Slaton House to the area. Businesses and offices are now located in the charming "village," which is adjacent to the charming garden maintained by the Master Gardeners. First Street.
Prattaugan Museum/Heritage Center
History buffs and those interested in genealogical research will enjoy a visit to this c. 1840 Greek-revival house within whose walls Prattville and Autauga history was made. Numerous interesting artifacts from the Pratt Family, as well as other items depicting the history of families who settled in Autauga County, are housed in the Prattaugan Museum, operated by the Autauga County Heritage Association. Old newspapers, books and other records, are housed in the Heritage Center. Admission is free. Open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The adjacent "Little House" is available for meetings. Call 361-0961 for more information. 102 East Main Street.
Historic Downtown Prattville
In 1833, a man named Daniel Pratt, a native of New Hampshire, came to Alabama to build and sell cotton gins. He built an industrial village that bears his name, Prattville. While most southern towns feature a town square, Pratt's town showcases the original 1850 industrial buildings at heart and center of Prattville. In keeping with his New England heritage, Pratt established his village along the banks of beautiful Autauga Creek which provided water power for his many industries.
Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce
When looking for a place to live, Prattville offers the BEST of everything! From affordable real estate, a progressive economy, to an almost perfect climate. It is no wonder why so many families and businesses are choosing Prattville as their home.
City of Prattville
Welcome to the City of Prattville, Alabama, a charming New England-style village nestled cozily in the heart of the Deep South. As the "birthplace of industry" in Alabama, Prattville's rich history spans the life and accomplishments of its founder Daniel Pratt, the great industrialist. Prattville features the Daniel Pratt Historic District, listed in the National Register of Historic Places, where some of the sites date back to the Civil War era. Today, Prattville is the seat of government in Autauga County, founded in 1818, thus making it "a county older than the state."
Melissa Lester, author, writer. I am a wife and mother of four who enjoys writing, crafting, visiting tea rooms and hosting birthday parties. I am a contributing editor to "Christian Woman" magazine and author of the book "Giving for All It's Worth." I contributed a chapter to the book "Woman to Woman." I enjoy sharing ideas for making memories and cherishing the little moments that make every day special.
Buena Vista
This beautiful circa 1830 structure was the first Autauga County entry to the National Register of Historic Places. Legend has it that Andrew Jackson patterned the staircase at his home, The Hermitage, after visiting. Buena Vista is operated and maintained by the Autauga County Heritage Association. It is available for weddings and parties and is open for tours on Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., or by appointment.Old Prattvillage/Prattvillage Garden
Efforts to preserve older structures in danger of being torn down resulted in Old Prattvillage. Property owners remodeled existing houses and worked with the Autauga County Heritage Association in relocating the historic Mims Hotel and Slaton House to the area. Businesses and offices are now located in the charming "village," which is adjacent to the charming garden maintained by the Master Gardeners. First Street.
Prattaugan Museum/Heritage Center
History buffs and those interested in genealogical research will enjoy a visit to this c. 1840 Greek-revival house within whose walls Prattville and Autauga history was made. Numerous interesting artifacts from the Pratt Family, as well as other items depicting the history of families who settled in Autauga County, are housed in the Prattaugan Museum, operated by the Autauga County Heritage Association. Old newspapers, books and other records, are housed in the Heritage Center. Admission is free. Open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The adjacent "Little House" is available for meetings. Call 361-0961 for more information. 102 East Main Street.
Historic Downtown Prattville
In 1833, a man named Daniel Pratt, a native of New Hampshire, came to Alabama to build and sell cotton gins. He built an industrial village that bears his name, Prattville. While most southern towns feature a town square, Pratt's town showcases the original 1850 industrial buildings at heart and center of Prattville. In keeping with his New England heritage, Pratt established his village along the banks of beautiful Autauga Creek which provided water power for his many industries.
Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce
When looking for a place to live, Prattville offers the BEST of everything! From affordable real estate, a progressive economy, to an almost perfect climate. It is no wonder why so many families and businesses are choosing Prattville as their home.
City of Prattville
Welcome to the City of Prattville, Alabama, a charming New England-style village nestled cozily in the heart of the Deep South. As the "birthplace of industry" in Alabama, Prattville's rich history spans the life and accomplishments of its founder Daniel Pratt, the great industrialist. Prattville features the Daniel Pratt Historic District, listed in the National Register of Historic Places, where some of the sites date back to the Civil War era. Today, Prattville is the seat of government in Autauga County, founded in 1818, thus making it "a county older than the state."
