So, I actually came here to try and get some information. I showed up not sure if they would be…read moreable to help. There is a person located near the front entrance that can direct you where you need to go if you let them know what you are after. Staff, everywhere I encountered them, were friendly and helpful. The person I needed to see was actually out, but they gave me a business card and let me know when she would be available - and recommended that I call so that I could make sure she was there. At the end of the day, I actually found out what I needed w/o needing help. But, it's nice to know that these guys are here - friendly - and available to help should I need something.

I like Gadsden! As a child, my Momma used to take all of us children to visit Noccalula Falls Park!…read moreI remember enjoying how lovely Noccalula Falls was and being wide-eyed in interest of the story of the "Legend of Noccalula" who was lined up by an elder chief for a prearranged wedding when her heart belonged to another young brave from her own tribe. Overcome with grief, she lept into the falls, ending her life. It's a sad, tragic story! These days, there is also a petting zoo at Noccalula Park, which was not there when I was growing up. We never camped at Noccalula that I recall; however, they do offer a campground, cabins, and rental facilities. Gadsden offers other attractions and events like First Friday mentioned by Yelp friend Clifford H., and they have a Center for Cultural Arts, Coosa Landing Marina, a Robert Trent Jones Golf Course (Silver Lakes) and Twin Bridges Golf Club. Do give Gadsden a visit! If you have the change, hike down to the base of Noccalula Falls! It's a pretty park!

7/3/26 First Friday on Broad Street in historic Gadsden,Alabama.Music on several corners with…read moredifferent groups performing.Cars , trucks,motorcycles,stores,restaurants etc.Check out the next revue of Gadsden and other places from The Working Man Review.

Kris (blonde lady) behind the counter today was very friendly and knowledgeable! We enjoyed doing…read morebusiness with her! Quick and efficient!

The staff was friendly and sweet. We decided to drop in, and they didn't mind that we had waited…read morehere. My child and I read a few books we love libraries and try to visit as many as we can. We didn't get a library card since we don't live in the county. We do plan on coming back. I definitely got hooked on. "You are my sunshine." Thank you so much, ladies. God bless. The hours to the library Monday-Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm Saturday 9:00am to 1:00pm Sunday CLOSED

Love the bridge. Came during a rain storm and it was worth it. Can't wait to take a hike along the…read moreriver.

Swann Covered Bridge, also called Joy Covered Bridge or Swann-Joy Covered Bridge, is the longest of…read morethree remaining covered bridges located in Blount County as well as the longest covered bridge in the state of Alabama. INTERESTING NOTE - Since it was located on property owned by Swann Farms, it was generally called the Swann Bridge, although some residents also called it the Joy Bridge because it was on the road leading to Joy. [source ~ exploresouthernhistory.com] ~ HISTORY Swann Covered Bridge is 324 feet long and crosses the Locust Fork of the Black Warrior River. It was completed/open for traffic in 1933 using the Town lattice truss system over three spans and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 20, 1981. It is the 2nd oldest of the three remaining covered bridges in the county (Easley & Horton Mill) even though construction for Horton Mill began in 1894. It was closed in 2009 after 76 years of continual use, but was restored and reopened to motor vehicle traffic in October of 2012. It was closed again in 2018 after being damaged from a motor vehicle accident, but reopened by December of the same year. All three covered bridges were restored starting in 2011 at a total restoration cost of approximately $540,000. Part of the money for these projects came from the federal National Historic Covered Bridge Preservation Program. [source ~ Wikipedia] Once upon a time as many as 12,000 covered bridges once existed in the United States. By 2018 there were less than one thousand, with Pennsylvania having the most at about 219, Ohio second with about 142 and Indiana third with about 130. SIDE NOTE: Did you know a covered wooden bridge can outlast a metal bridge? ~ THE EXPERIENCE Looking for things to do, we decided to travel to Alabama and visit a few landmarks and explore some of its natural beauty. Simply put, Swann's Covered Bridge is located in one of the most stunning settings I've seen of any covered bridge. Geologically, Locust Fork seems to have carved a wide canyon through this section of Alabama on its way to Black Warrior River. The results are tall cliffs & beautiful scenic views. There is a beach like feeling below the bridge with a thick layer of sand that locals seem to enjoy visiting. While there we actually met several other families out visiting off-the-grid locations for a little COVID-19 relief. Everyone just grateful to be able to get out while still maintaining social distancing protocols (although I must admit we learned children forget quickly when they see other kids, no matter how much you've reminded them). One guy told me that covered bridges initially became popular because horses didn't like crossing over wide open bridges. I'd never heard that before, but thought it was very interesting. I suppose that made it difficult for people traveling via horse drawn carriages. Sadly, many of our nations historic covered bridges were destroyed not by time or weather, but by vandals. So in 2015, after graffiti was found on nearby Easley bridges interior, security cameras were installed to help deter vandalism. ~ FACTS AT A GLANCE Year built: 1933 Construction method: Town Lattice Refurbished: 2012 Length: 324 ft Deck Width: 16.1 ft Horizontal Clearance: 10 ft (guesstimate) Vertical Clearance: 13 ft Under Clearance: 27 ft Open to vehicular traffic: YES [May 2020] FUN FACT - There is a Covered Bridge Festival held the fourth weekend of each October spotlighting Blount's three remaining Covered Bridges. It also includes arts & crafts, a pancake breakfast, car show, kids fun zone, entertainment, 5K run, quilt show, river walk and more. Not sure if they will host the 2020 edition of the festival, so best to call the County directly. ~ FINAL THOUGHTS Whether you are a covered bridge enthusiast like me, or you are looking for a great place to take interesting photos (such as engagement or pregnancy pics), or you just wanna find a place to explore the outdoors without a lot of people... this is a fantastic little spot to add to your drive, and your photo collection. After all, it is practically a destination all by itself with a relaxing beach just below its floor. Truly wish I had planned more time here! 2020 / 28

Thé staff at this library are amazing ! They go out of their way to help their customers !read more

Love this library. It also has a gift from there that my husband had a part of giving them. They…read morehave his artwork in needlepoint that he gave them after the loss of his first son... sadly we have lost another one. But the library is on my lists of places that I will always remember. They are graciously giving to all of the people who visit and go to read or research their books. Thank you again: As Ever, Dr. John Hugh Campbell and Mary Ellen Campbell.