History

Auburn was part of the Creek Territory until 1832 when the tribal leaders ceded the area to the United States under the Treaty of Cusseta. In 1836, Pres. Andrew Jackson ordered the removal of the remaining Creeks from east Alabama including the Auburn area after the Second Creek War. In the same year, John J. Harper who is a Methodist from Harris County in west Georgia moved to Alabama and founded the town of Auburn. It is said that he might have chosen the site in part because it was on the proposed route of the Montgomery and West Point Railroad. In 1839, Auburn received a charter from the state legislature and soon developed into a thriving town.

Holland Homes

If you think that getting your home built is a difficult and stressful process, you should go to Holland Homes. They have a unique building process that will make your home construction experience a rewarding one and a team of skilled professionals who will be there with you every step of the way. They can easily turn your ideas and plans into a reality. They pride themselves in giving the most accurate pricing for each home they build and aim to exceed your expectations. You can also count on them to quickly resolve minor issues and repairs during your first year of stay in your home.

Historian recalls 'War Eagle' moment with George H.W. Bush

George W. Bush brought the house down when he belted it out in 2002. He did it again in 2011. Turns out his dad knew what to say to Auburn folks, too--for good reason. At one point, no fewer than seven of the 32 staff members of the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library were Auburn graduates. When Bush 41 asked why, historian and former George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum director David Alsobrook had an answer. Read more here

Municipal Park in Auburn, AL

The Municipal Park in Auburn Alabama is a beautiful city park located across the street from the Opelika Recreation Center on Denson Drive. It features the Rocky Brook Rocket Vintage Train which is a miniature train equipped to carry passengers around the park, shelters, gazebos, picnic tables, playgrounds, and restrooms. Rocky Brook Creek weaves through the park making it a perfect picnic destination for the whole family. The park also features the 43-foot bridge Salem-Shotwell Covered Bridge which is one of five existing covered bridges in Alabama originally built in 1900. Municipal Park has recently been upgraded to meet ADA standards.