Fairhope Museum of History

.What an experience. I came to this town by chance but I also don't believe in coincidence. This 2 floor museum is full of history and surprises. I didn't know about Organic Education or Single Tax corporation. The relics of history here are vast and can't say enough about the man at the door with the Mayor sign on desk. Hilarious and true asset to the character of museum. The photos and biographies are in murals and videos here and it quaint yet spacious enough to roam. Very well organized and interesting like the town of Fairhope itself

I have lived here my whole life and just went in. It is a must see for anyone visiting or who has lived here

Lots of interesting artifacts. Great rainy day trip. Parking was the hardest part of the visit.

This museum is a well done local archive of information. Well worth a visit and free.

I've never stopped and explored Fairhooe as I did yesterday. I have always wanted to stop & explore the beautiful little historic town that my grandmother was from, but when I came upon the adorable (FREE) museum I had to stop. It featured the first firetruck, jail, and many other wonderful things including the notable people of Fairhope. If you love history & historic this, this is definitely one to stop & admire.

Or was small and free, plus they have docents. The upstairs 3d photography exhibit was my favorite part.

There was a lot of information packed into this little museum. There is no admission and everyone is friendly and helpful. It is wheelchair accessible as well.

Surprisingly good little museum exploring the history of Fairhope, one of the cutest towns on the Gulf Coast. Great artifacts and interpretive materials throughout the well-kept museum space. And, admission is free!

Great place, knowledgeable people, kids friendly

We felt like visiting this museum is a very worthwhile experience. The museum was well-organized and labeled. It was not over stuffed and overwhelming. The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. A woman who was there today really offered some wonderful information which added so much to our visit.

What an awesome place. This is a must see if you are in Downtown Fairhope. First and best thing is that there as no cost - it was completely free. A couple of interactive things that were cool for kids were to scavenger hunt to unlock the large safe. And at the request of the guide they will lock you in the small jail and see if you can find a way out. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and spoke at great length about all of the exhibits. You should check it out.

A really nice experience for a free tour. We drove a long way to visit the town. Nice to see the dedication to their history, which was well displayed through the building. Sorry we missed the mayor.

We absolutely loved the Fairhope Museum of History! Thanks to our knowledgeable Bed and Breakfast host, Becky Jones, of Bay Breeze B & B, highly suggested (about 9x) to the guests to visit! We met Ed, not sure if that was Becky's former Biology student, but he is interesting and knows about sweet-beloved Fairhope- a Single Tax Colony! I will purchase some books next time we visit! I love the history of Fairhope! You need to visit; don't make me suggest it 9x like sweet Becky!!!!!! :)

Very informative. Staff is knowledgeable. Wish I had more time to talk with more of the other staff. But the guy downstairs is very personable and knows his stuff. We find the Carver's house and it's beautiful.

A remarkable little museum with interesting and educational exhibits about Fairhope and the area. My wife and I joined a group of Boy Scouts for a tour of the museum conducted by the museum director himself, a man who obviously loves Fairhope and its history. Hint for a fun 10 minutes: ask the director to show you how to make an arrow the correct, Native American way.

Very interesting history lesson

A great museum. Full of fun historical facts , pic & artifacts. The gentlemen on duty were so friendly & helpful. Definitely worth a stop.

I loved this place. I loved looking at all the stuff and the people were so nice and full of info. They have so many things to look at and touch. A rarity in alot of museums.

Great little museum, FREE to visit. All the information you want and need to know about the origins of Fairhope. Please GO !

The Fairhope Museum of History is a very highly recommended, "Must Visit," place on the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay! There is such a wealth of amazing history of the City of Fairhope, from its beginnings. The Director, Donnie Barrett, is a lifelong resident of Fairhope. In fact, he and his twin brother, Ronnie, were born across the street where the Hampton Inn is located. Back in the 1950s the location housed the historic Jordan Clinic, where hundreds of babies were born, prior to the establishment of Thomas Hospital. I was also born at the Jordan Clinic, March 31, 1957. So, that location is very special to many of the natives of Fairhope.