History Museum Talk to Reveal New Research on Mobile Mardi Gras Founder Joe Cain
A researcher's newly uncovered details about Joe Cain, founder of Mobile's modern Mardi Gras, were set to be shared at a History Museum lecture.
Owner Sells Off Furnishings From Historic Magee Farm Civil War Surrender Site
The owner of Kushla's Magee Farm, one of only three Civil War surrender sites still standing, is selling its antiques after years of financial strain.
Historic Magee Farm Treasures Find New Home in Downtown Mobile Shop
A downtown Mobile antique dealer is selling roughly 1,000 pieces from the historic Magee Farm homestead in Kushla, including a $3,800 painting.
Oakleigh Mansion to Close Temporarily for Tour Overhaul
The Oakleigh Mansion in Mobile will close for nine weeks this fall so staff can overhaul its historic home tour using newly uncovered archival research.
Fort Morgan Unveils First Memorial Marking 150 Years Since Mobile Bay Siege
Thousands gathered at Fort Morgan in Baldwin County to dedicate the fort's first-ever memorial marking 150 years since the Battle of Mobile Bay.
Fort Morgan Museum Unveils Rarely Seen Relics for the Battle of Mobile Bay’s 150th Anniversary
For the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Mobile Bay, the Fort Morgan Museum assembled a special collection of artifacts, several never before shown to the public, focusing on the…
Cannons Roar Again as Reenactors Mark 150th Anniversary of Battle of Mobile Bay
Reenactors staged a weekend siege and grand bombardment at Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines to commemorate 150 years since the Battle of Mobile Bay.
Battle of Mobile Bay Reenactment Draws Big Crowd to Fort Gaines
Hundreds of costumed re-enactors staged a mock battle at Fort Gaines on Dauphin Island, marking 150 years since the Battle of Mobile Bay.
Reenactors Settle Into Camp at Fort Morgan Ahead of Battle of Mobile Bay Weekend
Confederate reenactors set up camp at Fort Morgan in Baldwin County as the annual Battle of Mobile Bay reenactment prepares to begin.
Battle of Mobile Bay 150th Anniversary Reenactment Draws Crowds to Fort Gaines
Reenactors and visitors gathered at Fort Gaines on Dauphin Island to mark 150 years since the Battle of Mobile Bay with cannon fire and camp life.