Freedom Riders National Monument

Anniston, Alabama

Freedom Riders National Monument

Location: Anniston, Alabama
Category: Historical Places

About

Overview

Freedom Riders National Monument commemorates the Freedom Riders during the Civil Rights Movement. It includes the site of the bus burning in 1961.

Top Highlights

  • Historic Greyhound Bus Station.
  • Site of the bus burning (outside town).
  • Educational exhibits on civil rights.

Things to Do

  • Visit the historic bus station.
  • Learn about the bravery of the Freedom Riders.
  • Take a self-guided tour of civil rights sites.

Entry & Visitor Information

The bus station is open for tours on weekends. Free admission.