The welcome center and museum is open seven days a week from 8-5 except Christmas, Thanksgiving and Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday). For more information: www.mobile.org or 800.5Mobile.
Fort Gaines
"Damn the torpedoes, Full speed ahead!"
The preceding quote, one of the most famous in naval history, is a result of the battle that took place in Mobile Bay near Fort Gaines. A trip to the Mobile area wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Fort Gaines. Cannons and the living quarters from the 1800s still exist from this Fort.
Admiral Farragut, who entered Mobile Bay in 1864, gave the famous order after seeing his lead ship destroyed by a torpedo (mine). The result was a Union victory over Confederate naval forces. For more information on Ft. Gaines: 251/861-3607 or www.mobile.org.
How to get to Mobile/Other important information
Mobile has its own airport with US Air being the dominant carrier. To get a taste of Mobile’s famous seafood, Felix’s Fish Camp and Roussos are two landmark restaurants that you won’t want to miss. Mobile Bay Convention & Visitors Bureau, 800.566.2453 or www.Mobile.org.
