The Smitherman Building Tours

Home to a broad variety of one-of-a-kind objects and displays, The Smitherman Building is a fascinating place to discover more about times gone by. Check if there are any guided tours available or just wander around at your own pace.

This collection of historical artifacts is situated in Selma, a place that has so much going for it! Edmund Pettus Bridge, Museum of Slavery and Civil Rights, and National Voting Rights Museum are other worthwhile attractions nearby when you're done at The Smitherman Building.

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Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Wetumpka

Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Wetumpka

3.5 out of 5
per person
Oct 4 - Oct 6
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Portland (PDX) to Montgomery (MGM)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
The Casino and pool was nice

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Montgomery East

Hilton Garden Inn Montgomery East

3 out of 5
per person
Oct 4 - Oct 6
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Portland (PDX) to Montgomery (MGM)
8.2/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
Food wasn’t to good

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Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Montgomery

Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Montgomery

3.5 out of 5
per person
Oct 11 - Oct 13
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Montgomery (MGM)
8.8/10 Excellent! (599 reviews)
Love this property ! Very clean !

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Popular places to visit

This is where Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. marched and was arrested in February 1965. One month later on Bloody Sunday a crowd of protesters were beaten an two died. Later that month National Guard troops and FBI Agents allowed 300 marchers to march 42 miles from Selma to Montgomer

Edmund Pettus Bridge

4.5/5(20 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Selma with a stop at Edmund Pettus Bridge. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Edmund Pettus Bridge

Selma Interpretive Center

You can find out about the history of Selma with a stop at Selma Interpretive Center. Find some time to visit the cathedral or monuments in this family-friendly area.

Selma Interpretive Center

Old Live Oak Cemetery

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Step back in time and learn more about local history with a stop at Old Live Oak Cemetery in Selma. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the churches while you're in the area.

Old Live Oak Cemetery

National Voting Rights Museum

4/5(5 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at National Voting Rights Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Selma. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

National Voting Rights Museum

Sturdivant Hall Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sturdivant Hall Museum during your trip to Selma. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in this family-friendly area.

Sturdivant Hall Museum

Museum of Slavery and Civil Rights

4/5(6 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Museum of Slavery and Civil Rights, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Selma. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

Museum of Slavery and Civil Rights

Best Lodging Options Near The Smitherman Building

The St. James Hotel

The St. James Hotel

3 out of 5
1200 Water Avenue, Selma, AL
The St. James Hotel
Luxury Inn and Suites

Luxury Inn and Suites

2.5 out of 5
1120 Highland Ave, Selma, AL
Luxury Inn and Suites
Baymont by Wyndham Selma

Baymont by Wyndham Selma

2.5 out of 5
2420 N Broad St, Selma, AL
Baymont by Wyndham Selma
Holiday Inn Express Selma by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Selma by IHG

2.5 out of 5
2000 Lincoln Way, Selma, AL
Holiday Inn Express Selma by IHG
Hampton Inn Selma

Hampton Inn Selma

2.5 out of 5
2200 West Highland Avenue, Selma, AL
Hampton Inn Selma
Hospitality Inn By Belvilla Selma US 80 AL

Hospitality Inn By Belvilla Selma US 80 AL

2 out of 5
1200 W Highland Ave, Selma, AL
Hospitality Inn By Belvilla Selma US 80 AL
Rent a house with its own concierge

Rent a house with its own concierge

Selma
Rent a house with its own concierge
Relax & Unwind in a Spacious Historic Home with Porch, Patio, & Sunroom

Relax & Unwind in a Spacious Historic Home with Porch, Patio, & Sunroom

Selma
Relax & Unwind in a Spacious Historic Home with Porch, Patio, & Sunroom
St. James Hotel Selma

St. James Hotel Selma

1200 Water Ave, Selma, AL
St. James Hotel Selma
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