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Shelby County Museum & Archives

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Shelby County Museum & Archives

Located in the original 1854 courthouse, the Shelby County Museum & Archives is home to an extensive The museum is open Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m.

With an extensive collection of artifacts dating back to the Indian era, the Shelby County Museums & Archives offers visitors a glimpse into the past of what is now one of the fastest growing counties in Alabama. The museum also boasts a highly respected archive where visitors can spend time in the library researching their family lineage. Located in Columbiana, the county seat, visitors can tour

the beautiful two story building that was built in 1854 as the original courthouse. The two-story Jeffersonian style building was designated as a historic landmark in 1974 by the National Register of Historic Places. to 3 p.m. and on the second Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. There is no charge for admission. Tour groups are welcome. Feel free to call Jennifer at 205-669-3912 for more information or to arrange a visit.

05/06/2026

We will be closing at 2 p.m. today to allow staff to get home before inclement weather arrives. Thanks, and stay safe!

05/02/2026

Wakey, wakey!

04/29/2026

Join us this Saturday, May 2nd, for a delicious pancake breakfast from 7:00 to 10:00 AM at Shelby Iron Works Park, 10268 CR 42, Shelby, AL 35143!

Whether you're a regular or it's your first time joining us, we can't wait to serve you a hearty breakfast and warm Southern hospitality. For only $6, enjoy our fluffy pancakes served with your choice of bacon or sausage, plus coffee, juice, or tea. Upgrade to our popular Shelby Cinna-Swirl pancake meal for $7.

For your convenience, we accept Venmo!

Bring your family, friends, and anyone who loves good food and great company—everyone's welcome! See you there!

04/24/2026

Stinson Ole House is Location for May 3rd
Shelby County Historical Society Meeting

For over 100 years, the Stinson Ole House stood between Columbiana and Wilsonville. Built in the 1840s by the Hugh Acey Mack Stinson family, it served as home to at least three generations of the Stinson family until 1946. Today, the house is part of the Hoover Historical Society Folklore Center on the campus of Bluff Park Elementary School. Join the Shelby County Historical Society as we visit the Stinson Ole Place and experience life in Alabama in the 1840s, before electricity and running water.

Location:
Bluff Park Elementary School
569 Park Ave.
Hoover, AL 35226

Please join us from 2 to 3:30 pm for an informative tour provided by Jim Langley. Sweet treats and tea will be served.

Click to learn more: https://www.shelbycountyhistory.com/society-meetings

04/06/2026

Due to building maintenance, the museum and archives will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday. We will reopen on Thursday. Thanks.

04/02/2026

The Shelby County Museum & Archives will be closed April 3rd for Good Friday. We hope everyone has a fun and safe Easter Holiday with family and friends.

03/31/2026

Due to the Easter holiday weekend, we will not be holding our monthly Pancake Breakfast fundraiser this Saturday at the Shelby Iron Works Park.

We hope everyone enjoys time with family and friends, and we look forward to seeing you at our next Pancake Breakfast on the first Saturday in May at the historic Shelby Iron Works Park.

Thank you for your continued support of the park and all of the programs and events we offer.

03/04/2026

Join us this Saturday, March 7th, for a delicious pancake breakfast from 7:00 to 10:00 AM at Shelby Iron Works Park, 10268 CR 42, Shelby, AL 35143!

Whether you're a regular or it's your first time joining us, we can't wait to serve you a hearty breakfast and warm Southern hospitality. For only $6, enjoy our fluffy pancakes served with your choice of bacon or sausage, plus coffee, juice, or tea. Upgrade to our popular Shelby Cinna-Swirl pancake meal for $7.

For your convenience, we accept Venmo!

Bring your family, friends, and anyone who loves good food and great company—everyone's welcome! See you there!

02/04/2026

Join us this Saturday, February 7th, for a delicious pancake breakfast from 7:00 to 10:00 AM at Shelby Iron Works Park, 10268 CR 42, Shelby, AL 35143!
Whether you're a regular or it's your first time joining us, we can't wait to serve you a hearty breakfast and warm Southern hospitality. For only $6, enjoy our fluffy pancakes served with your choice of bacon or sausage, plus coffee, juice, or tea. Upgrade to our popular Shelby Cinna-Swirl pancake meal for $7.
For your convenience, we accept Venmo!
Bring your family, friends, and anyone who loves good food and great company—everyone's welcome! See you there!

Address

1854 Old Courthouse, P. O. Box 457
Columbiana, AL
35051

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 3pm
Friday	9am - 3pm

Telephone

+12056693912

Website

http://shelbycountyhistory.com/

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