Walking Through History at the Alabama State Capitol

Alabama State Capitol building in Montgomery with white columns and dome viewed from the front staircase on Capitol Hill

After leaving the abandoned Pioneer Village earlier that day, Dusty and I made our way into downtown Montgomery, Alabama. Before stopping at the Capitol, we drove past several other historic landmarks to capture a bit of dashcam footage—including the Hank Williams statue, Union Station, and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice. But as we … Read more

The 138-Year-Old Secrets of First Baptist Dothan

Angled view of First Baptist Dothan’s historic architecture, highlighting its brickwork and arched windows.

Alabama Road Trip #2 – A Quiet Walk into Unexpected History Downtown Dothan has a way of waking slowly. Morning light settles on the brick storefronts, the sidewalks glow soft and empty, and the city feels like it’s still stretching from sleep. On the final morning of our trip, Dusty and I wandered those early … Read more

The Peach Water Tower of Clanton, Alabama

A glowing peach-shaped water tower rises over a gas station at dusk in Clanton, Alabama, its bright orange orb set against a purple-and-gold sky.

A Juicy Detour at Sunset There’s a certain kind of road-trip delirium that only shows up near the end of a long day—when the sky turns purple, the gas station lights hum awake, and everything starts to feel a little surreal.That’s the exact moment Dusty and I rolled into Clanton, Alabama, chasing the most gloriously … Read more

Hank Williams Statue – Montgomery, Alabama

Hank Williams Statute in the median in downtown Montgomery, Alabama

When you wander into downtown Montgomery, it’s hard to miss the man still keeping watch with his guitar in hand—Hank Williams. Dusty and I only had time for a quick stop here, but sometimes those short pauses tell the biggest stories. With a dashcam clip and a couple of photos, we stood for a moment … Read more