St. Stephens Historical Park

05/06/2026

Some of our equestrian friends have a couple of runaways. Please call Tony at 251-591-1912 if you see "Legend", a black horse with four white socks, or "Bonnie", a blue roan (grayish color). Apparently, Bonnie is a sweetheart and will come to you if you call her name.

05/05/2026

Na na na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na na
Bat Niiiiight! (Sung to the tune of the Batman TV Theme song)

Bat Night Tuesday, May 5th at the pavilion

Children's activities and crafts beginning at 5PM
Information session at 6:30PM

Scientists are staying overnight to net bats and study the bat population migration pattern. All local science teachers are invited to attend the bat netting.

04/28/2026

Join us for Bat Night on Tuesday, May 5, 2026! Fun craft activities for children begin at 5PM with an educational session for all ages at 6:30PM! There is no admission charge for this event.

All Washington and Clarke County science teachers are invited to attend the bat netting that will take place later that night. Please call 251-247-2622 for more information or to register for the bat netting.

Additional details are available on the flyer posted in the comments.

04/03/2026

The lake shore swim beach is opening today, Friday, April 3rd. Call the park office at 251-247-2622 to grab tickets for the weekend.

As always at this time of year, the water is still high, so the beach has not been groomed. You will see more of a natural lake shore rather than a sandy white beach. Nonetheless, the lake shore is still a lovely place to splash and sunbathe.

All beach guests must be registered with the park office. Lodging guests (cabin, RV, and tent) have access as part of their reservation. At least 30 wristbands are available for sale each day to non-lodging guests. More daily wristbands may be available if there are fewer lodging guests.

Daily wristbands may be purchased in advance by calling or visiting the park office. Wristbands may be purchased in the park office for same day use if occupancy has not been reached. Daily beach access is $6 for guests age 12 and over and $4 for guests under age 12.

Day visitors must be 18 years old or older and have a valid ID to purchase beach admission.

03/14/2026

03/12/2026

It’s costuming day for the St. Stephens Stroll. Because of the date change, we have had a few performers who could not participate. If you would like to try your hand at living history, we would love to have you. Please send a message to the St. Stephens Historical Park FB and we will get back to you. The event is this Saturday from 10am-1pm.

03/05/2026

Join us for engaging stories from costumed performers sharing the history of pioneer-era Alabama! (We still have some cast openings. Please call the office at 251-247-2622 if you are interested in participating.)

02/26/2026

Living History Day at Coastal Alabama -Thomasville!

02/15/2026

Application period open through Monday! This is a wonderful opportunity for students to learn about Alabama history and develop an appreciation for the importance of our heritage.

We are excited to open the application period for the next class of Alabama Heritage Ambassadors. The program is open to high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

Please review the information below and submit an application prior to the Monday, February 16th deadline if you are interested in participating.

02/07/2026

We are excited to open the application period for the next class of Alabama Heritage Ambassadors. The program is open to high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

Please review the information below and submit an application prior to the Monday, February 16th deadline if you are interested in participating.

01/19/2026

Alabama Territorial Heritage Day 2026...
Celebrating the first meeting of the Territorial Legislature and the work they did to establish our state.