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The mission of the Troy University Arboretum is to acquire representative species of the flora of Southeast Alabama and to display them in situations that mimic the natural conditions under which the species would occur. In particular, the Arboretum is interested in research on rare and uncommon species and communities. The Arboretum works to preserve representative members, communities and habitats of the Wiregrass region of Southeast Alabama on its 75-acre's adjacent to Troy University's main campus and on its 18 acre Pocosin Nature Preserve located approximately 6 miles due east of the main campus.

The Johnson Center for the Arts is housed in one of Troy, Alabama's historic treasures, a classical-revival style post office, circa 1910, located just off the square in downtown Troy. The government facility remained in service until 1980, but it sat empty until 2000. That same year, the Troy-Pike Cultural Arts Center Board of Directors was formed. Fearing the structure's impending demolition, the Board purchased the handsome structure in order to preserve it and create the only cultural arts center in Pike County.

The Conecuh River Depot, located in south Alabama, is a unique historical landmark that provides a glimpse into the state’s rich past. The Depot was originally built in 1861 as a Confederate naval storehouse during the Civil War and served as an important supply center for the Confederate Army. Today, it has been converted into a museum that showcases the Depot’s history and the role it played in the Civil War.

Butter and Egg Adventures, a Retreat Center and Aerial Adventure Park always puts safety first! Go experience fun times and create memories with your friends, colleagues and family members. Find out why thousands of our customers choose to come back again and again! Are you looking for family fun near me, then this is the right place.

35 miles over 6 trails of picturesque trails through Alabama's woodlands. Gentle hills, rolling pastures, bubbling creeks, chirping pines and giant hardwoods with some trails along the lovely Conechuh River.

Troy University’s tradition of teaching excellence dates to its founding on February 26, 1887, when an act of the Alabama Legislature established Troy State Normal School as an institution to train teachers for Alabama’s schools. Joseph Macon Dill was the institution’s first president. In 1893, the school was renamed Troy State Normal College.

The 2016 re-opening of Pike County Lake was made possible through a partnership between the City of Troy, and the State of Alabama. A major renovation to the 45-acre lake includes repair and reconstruction of the dam, restocking of bass and bream, and the construction of a state-of-the-art concession/conference building. The lake is open six days per week and closed on Wednesdays, from sun-up to sun-down.

The Pioneer Museum of Alabama interprets prehistoric Alabama as well as 19th and early 20th century rural life. Over twenty-two historic structures and eighteen thousand artifacts illustrate this rich, rustic heritage. Four thematic exhibition halls within the Main Gallery display historic farm equipment, textile arts such as quilting and weaving, material culture of pioneer Alabama, the archaeology of Southeastern Native Americans, militaria including Civil War and WWI, and Victorian Era Troy.

Montgomery, capital of the state of Alabama, U.S., and seat (1822) of Montgomery county, located in the central part of the state. The city lies near the point where the Alabama River is formed by the confluence of the Coosa and Tallapoosa rivers. It was originally the site of Native American villages and was visited by Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto in 1540. About 1717 the French built Fort Toulouse on the river a short distance north of the present site of Montgomery. The city was founded and chartered in 1819 with the consolidation of two settlements and named for General Richard Montgomery, who had been killed during the American Revolution. It was made the state capital in 1846. In February 1861, just before the start of the American Civil War, Montgomery became the first capital of the Confederacy, though the capital was moved to Richmond, Virginia, later that year. Montgomery was captured by Union troops in 1865.

Within the exhibits and artifacts found inside our museum, you’ll learn more about the people behind the boycott as well as the political and social climates of 1950s Montgomery. You’ll peer into the faces and hear the voices of brave men and women who fought for freedom peacefully and effectively. Through our exhibits, you will catch a glimpse of the segregated South and the injustices faced by African American citizens. You will get an up-close view at the important roles that strategy, interracial partnerships, and women played within the movement.

The Troy Sportsplex opened in the Spring of 1991 and continues to grow in size and popularity. The Sportsplex is located on the Enzor Road, off Highway 167 in Troy. Original construction of the 65 acres of Phase I included four softball fields with a centralized pressbox. Youth and adult softball leagues play regular season and tournament games at the Sportsplex, while baseball tournaments have also been played on the 285-foot fields. In 1995, the Sportsplex was the host of the Dixie Boys World Series. The tournament returned again in 1998, and Troy hosted the 2007 Ozone World Series as well. All fields are available for practices, but must be reserved in advance by calling our main office. In addition to the ballparks, the open space of the Sportsplex is very popular for a variety of outdoor recreation.