National Monument
Freedom Riders National Monument is a National Monument in Alabama. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 2 visitor centers, and no entrance fee.
Alabama National Monument No entrance fee
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Active alerts
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Closures
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Campgrounds
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Visitor centers
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The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.
This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.
The Anniston Civil Rights Heritage Trail project began in 2010. This nine-stop driving tour explores key sites and stories associated with Anniston's civil rights history.
30-60 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
Explore the indoor and outdoor exhibits that tell the stories of the Freedom Riders. Indoor exhibits are limited to open hours, but outdoor exhibits are always available.
1-60 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
Explore the story of the Freedom Riders through the Junior Ranger Program in Anniston, Alabama.
15-60 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
See all 3 things to do in Freedom Riders →
Activities the NPS lists for Freedom Riders.
Guided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - AutoJunior Ranger ProgramMuseum Exhibits
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The historic Anniston Greyhound Bus Depot, located at 1031 Gurnee Avenue. This is the Greyhound Depot the Freedom Riders attempted to integrate on May 14, 1961.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Thursday | 10:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Weather: Temperatures can soar to extremes of heat and humidity in the summer and fall to a damp, wet, cold in the winter.
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anniston Greyhound Bus Depot | Mon Closed · Tue 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Wed 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Thu 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Fri Closed · Sat Closed · Sun Closed | — | Yes |
| Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce | Mon 8:00AM - 5:00PM · Tue 8:00AM - 5:00PM · Wed 8:00AM - 5:00PM · Thu 8:00AM - 5:00PM · Fri 8:00AM - 4:00PM · Sat Closed · Sun Closed | — | Yes |
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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