Alabama Location Makes 15 Weird Abandoned Places to Explore

By: Janet Kynard, It Happens in Alabama, July20, 2016

Which Alabama location makes 15 weird abandoned places to explore list? Congratulations, Sloss Furnaces in Birmingham, who weighed in at number six. It is always exciting when anything in Alabama makes a list and gets national coverage.

 

Monica Beyer, of the Cheapism editorial team, just wrote an article “15 Weird Abandoned Places to Explore.” Her article was picked up by MSN and posted on their home page slider on July 20, 2016.

Here is what she had to say:

The allure of exploring unusual and abandoned places is hard to resist,and many curiosity-seekers make it a hobby. Such sites, however, may contain hazards, so it’s important to heed posted warnings and avoid spots where entry is prohibited. Still, even viewed from afar, these 15 locales are filled with wonder and can be quite haunting. Most are free to visit, but some do require a small entry fee.
   #6 SLOSS FURNACES: The Sloss Furnaces in Birmingham, Alabama, had a strong 90-year-run producing iron beginning in the late 1800s. Since ceasing production in 1970, the plant has been designated as a National Historical Landmark and now operates as a museum — the only one of its kind in the nation. Free tours (both self-guided and public-guided) are offered, but visitors are relegated to viewing the furnaces from outside.

More About the History of  Sloss Furnaces:
The furnaces produced iron for nearly 90 years, beginning in the years following the Civil War, and gave rise to the city of Birmingham. Now it is recognized as a National Historic Landmark. It offers a glimpse into the great industrial past of the South and our nation.

Exciting Activities:
 With its web of pipes and tall smokestacks, Sloss is a unique setting for all types of photography, for photographers of all levels. The location has many areas that can be rented out for weddings, parties, festivals, concerts and other events. The furnaces can even be rented out for a paranormal investigation. Now that sounds really exciting.

We thank Monica for the selection.  Click here to see other locations that made the list.
Find more exciting places to see and things to do in Alabama.