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Community Events
Open to the public, these events aren’t directly funded by the MSNHA but support our mission to promote cultural tourism in our six counties through education, preservation and conservation. Community events often are sponsored by MSNHA partners and other groups & people we work with.
MSNHA Recreation
One of MSNHA’s missions is to expand outdoor-recreation opportunities. We want everyone to discover & enjoy northwest Alabama’s natural beauty and learn to be good stewards of our waterways & land. MSNHA Recreation Events are those we directly facilitate.
- League of Outdoor Women
  The League of Outdoor Women is a MSNHA program that help educates women about camping, hiking, backpacking and other outdoor activities. Visit League of Outdoor Women to learn more.
- Operation Pollination
  The National Park Service launched Operation Pollination to focus attention on the global loss of habitat for bees and other pollinators. Local events include educational workshops and native-habitat restoration workdays. Visit Operation Pollination to learn more.
- Tennessee RiverLine
  The Tennessee RiverLine celebrates the Tennessee River, connects people & communities and catalyzes economic development & healthy lifestyles in river communities through outdoor experiences. Local events include free community paddles with our RiverLine fleet & river cleanups. Visit Tennessee RiverLine to learn more.
MSNHA Sponsored Events
Through grants as well as partnerships & sponsorships, MSNHA directly funds many projects & events within our six counties of Colbert, Franklin, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Limestone & Morgan. Sponsored events are linked to our three main themes: the Tennessee River, music & Native American heritage.

family activities

June 2026
Stars and Guitars

June 19 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Wilson Park 250 E. Tuscaloosa St., Florence, AL, United States

This free outdoor family-friendly concert with local performers is held in Wilson Park every Friday in June. Bring chairs, blankets, picnics and bug spray!
Stars and Guitars

June 26 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Wilson Park 250 E. Tuscaloosa St., Florence, AL, United States

A free family-friendly outdoor concert in Wilson Park, featuring local performers. Bring blankets, chairs, picnics and bug spray!
August 2026
Cypress Creek Cleanup

August 15 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Cox Creek Bridge Canoe Ramp 802 Cox Creek Parkway, Florence, AL, United States

Join us for a scenic & impactful cleanup on Cypress Creek! Paddle with a purpose as we float downstream, collecting litter and helping protect the beauty and health of our […]
September 2026
Biotic Index

September 12 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Wildwood Park Canoe Ramp, 1211 Waterloo Road, Florence 1211 Waterloo Road, Florence, AL, United States

Join us at the Wildwood Park Canoe Ramp on Cypress Creek as we perform a biotic index under the instruction of Dr. Kara Million from the University of North Alabama […]
Kayak Class

September 19 @ 8:00 am - 12:30 pm

McFarland Park Boat Ramp 200 Jim Spain Drive, Florence, AL, United States

Have you always wanted to learn how to kayak? Join us at the McFarland Boat Ramp! Both children 9 years & older and adults are welcome to attend. The children's […]