Yet again another historical location in the heart of Montgomery. Just steps from the Alabama State…read moreCapitol you will find Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church. This building dates to 1889. There was a wood structure that served as the church until they completed this brick structure. This church has hosted university founders, civil rights fighters, bus boycotter and labor rights activist as pastors. The most notable one being Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. That is where the King portion of the name comes from. Starting out as the Second Colored Baptist Church, they changed their name to Dexter Avenue Baptist Church. Then in 1978 they changed the name to what we know it as today, Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church. It is recognized as a US National Historic Landmark and is on the US National Register of Historic Places. This site currently is being considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site and sits on the UNESCO "Tentative List of World Heritage Sites." Outside there is a historic placard giving a brief history of the church. As well as there being a lamp outside that is "Lighting the Way" in honor of MLK. It is a must see when in Montgomery and not hard to get to.

I stopped by the historic Dexter Avenue Baptist Church while exploring Montgomery, AL on my…read morepersonal civil rights tour. This iconic church sits just a block away from Alabama's State Capitol building downtown, which really makes you think about how close these two different worlds were. The church is a must-see spot if you're interested in civil rights history. This is where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. served as pastor from 1954 to 1960, and where much of the Montgomery Bus Boycott was planned and executed. While most people know about Rosa Parks' arrest that sparked the boycott, I learned that a young woman named Claudette Colvin was actually arrested for the same reason months before Parks, she was around 15 years of age. The church became a place where people fighting for equality could safely gather and galvanize during that turbulent era. To my chagrin, the church was closed during my visit, so I couldn't go inside (which was a shame). I still took plenty of photos of the outside, though. Montgomery has done a great job keeping up the building's exterior, so I imagine the inside is just as well-preserved. But what I found out about the church's architectural design is the building dates back to 1885 and was designed by Pelham J. Anderson, as mentioned on the historical marker. The combination of the brick structure with white accents (railings, trim) creates a classic look typical of many important Southern churches of that era. So shall we say a blend of Gothic and traditional elements. Here are some quick tips if you're planning to visit my fellow historians: * Review the church's website for times to tour * Parking is free on weekends (always 5 stars!) * There are other civil rights landmarks within walking distance that you might want to check out too * Resonable priced hotels are also nearby. Even though I didn't get to tour inside this historical landmark, just standing there and thinking about the history and the fearless people that were in that building was pretty powerful. It reminded me that we must continue to be strong and fearless in fighting against injustice in America today. If you're ever in Montgomery, definitely add this to your list of places to see and experience. Keep learning and going and stay positive!

This is a lovely and traditional southern church. Unfortunately, I visited under the circumstances…read moreof a funeral but I admired the interior nonetheless. The lighting in the sanctuary is impressive and there and stained glass windows as well. The pews were also comfortable to sit in.

In all of my years of living in Alabama, I have never been to this place. This past Easter my niece…read moreand nephew were in a fashion show. The space was a nice size, and I can see why there are a lot of events held at the Alcazar Shrine. Although the outside and parking lot needs some work, I do recommend checking out this space if you are in seeking a venue to hold your next event.

GREAT small church. Everyone is soooo nice and all that wish to join are automatically part of the…read morefamily.

Words cannot express the level of gratitude I have for this this Center. But let me try for any new…read moreparents wondering if this is the right school for them. Since the beginning of 2022, my almost 4 yr old has thrived in the care of these teachers. *A messaging app is used by teachers and parents allowing me to receive immediate notifications on boo boo reports, sickness in a classroom, the lunch menu, school closures, pics of our sweet kids doing special activities & much more. * The abeka curriculum used has prepared my toddler for kindergarten. His schedule is structured, his materials are age appropriate & he's now old enough to attend chapel, providing a child friendly worship experience. *The facility is clean w/ toys regularly disinfected, safe playground equipment & guidelines put in place so health and safety are a top priority. Should any incidents occur, video footage can be reviewed so parents can be properly informed of exactly what happened. *The level of care and love these teachers give goes above & beyond any expectations a parent might have. Ms. Jordan, the director, has always encouraged open feedback & believes this is the way to determine how to best support both our children and our family in every way possible. She has taken the time to speak to me during & after school hours so having a director with that level of care is imperative. My infant started this year & handing her smiling face over each morning to those sweet teachers makes my life a little easier.

Decent place to golf, for the price it's great. With having the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail and…read morethe Prattville Country Club also here, sure the greens might be better there, but it's so much cheaper at The Pines.

Wonderful, attentive, staff. Constant improvement and upgrade of equipment. A wide variety of…read moreequipment and multiple environments. Could use WiFi

There is one guy, who is the friend of the management, that is allowed to bully anyone there. He…read moreis always jogging in the steam room without any regard for anyone. He screams and yells. Thanks to him and his management friends I can no longer use this branch of the Montgomery Alabama Central YMCA. I had been a regular member for over 10 years. I now have to move to a different branch.

Found myself without my washer and dryer and this place was clutch. Helpful staff, clean and quick…read more Easy to use machines and I felt safe unlike some sketchier places.

Had to make an unexpected trip and ran out of clean clothes. Found this laundromat and went there…read morewith a bit of hesitation. However, what I found was an amazing customer service, very clean washers and dryers, very clean facilities and everything I needed to get my clothes washed. The attendant on duty was exceptionally helpful and went over an above my expectations. I will use them again if ever in town and need a laundromat.