2026 Historical Museum Award goes to Guntersville Museum

The Alabama Historical Association presented the Guntersville Museum + Cultural Center with the 2026 Historical Museum Award, given every two years to recognize exceptional achievement by museums in advancing state or local history.

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2026 Historical Museum Award

Founded in 1947, the Alabama Historical Association is the oldest statewide historical society in Alabama. The AHA provides opportunities for meaningful engagement with the past through publications, meetings, historical markers and other programs.

The AHA established the Historical Museum Award in 2017.

“This recognition means so much to our city, community, and everyone who has dedicated many years to researching and preserving our local history.”

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The Guntersville Museum turned a city landmark into the cornerstone of an entire cultural district. The facility was built in 1936 prior to World War II, as a military armory for Company E, 167th Infantry Division.

The property on which the building is situated was deeded to the city in the early 1900’s by the Wyeth family.

The museum includes historical artifacts, artwork, nature exhibits and Native American history exhibits and sits on a tree-covered hilltop adjacent to the Guntersville Public Library and overlooks the acclaimed Whole Backstage Community Theatre.