Colored Greyhound mural with historical information about the Freedom Riders
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Freedom Riders National Monument

AL

street view of a yellow brick bus depot, with a black awning and NPS sign, and an alley entrance.

About Freedom Riders National Monument

Things To Do

Available Activities

Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Auto
Junior Ranger Program
Museum Exhibits

Weather

Temperatures can soar to extremes of heat and humidity in the summer and fall to a damp, wet, cold in the winter. During the summer season visitors should dress in light, comfortable clothing, wear comfortable shoes and use sunscreen. Drink plenty of fluids to maintain hydration.

In the spring and fall, visitors should have a light jacket available as temperatures can drop suddenly.

Getting There

Directions to the Bus Burning Site, from Atlanta and Points East: From I-20, take exit 179 toward AL-202 E/US-78/Coldwater. Merge onto Alabama State Highway 202. Turn right onto Old Birmingham Hwy.

The Bus Burning site is located on the right. A gravel parking lot is available at the burn site with entry from the Old Birmingham Hwy. There is no authorized parking or pedestrian activity along State Route 202.

For directions to the Anniston Greyhound Bus Depot, click on link below.

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Hours

Anniston Greyhound Bus Depot

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.

Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center

Please visit the Freedom Riders National Monument Interim Visitor Center, located at the Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitor Center (1330 Quintard Avenue). 24/7 access to interactive kiosk, passport stamps, brochures and junior ranger books in the Chamber vestibule.

Location

AL

33.6353, -85.9064

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