Explore the Freedom Riders Story

NPS/ Kevin Chandler

Explore the Freedom Riders story with indoor and outdoor exhibits at the Historic Anniston Greyhound Bus Depot. 

Outdoor Exhibits: Always available

Admire the mural showing a Greyhound Bus where the Freedom Riders were attacked May 14, 1961. Read about their incredible story on interpretive panels surrounding the mural focusing on the backstory of the riders and how the events unfolded on that day. Listen to the voice of Hank Thomas, from the audio player under the historic marker on the street, as he describes his experience on the bus and the attacks that followed. 

Indoor Exhibits: Limited Hours

Explore a deeper version of the stories by reading the exhibits inside the depot. These exhibits tell a larger story including the Origins of the Congress for Racial Equality and the movement the attack in Anniston inspired. Watch the PBS documentary "Freedom Riders" to experience the video clips and interviews from Freedom Riders. 

Details

Duration

1-60 Minutes

Activity

Museum Exhibits

Explore the history of the Freedom Riders. The outdoor exhibits are always available. Indoor exhibits are available when the depot is open. Check the park app or website for information about hours for the depot. Hours may be limited due to short staffing. 

Pets Allowed

Yes

Pets are allowed in the outdoor exhibits and inside the depot, but visitors should have control of their animal. 

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Historic Anniston Greyhound Bus Depot

The Greyhound Bus Depot is located at 1031 Gurnee Ave, Anniston, AL 36201. 

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Any Time

The exterior exhibits are always available. The interior exhibits are available when the depot is open. Hours for the depot may be limited by staffing levels. 

Accessibility Information

The side entrance to the depot has a small ramp and serves as the accessible entrance on this historic structure. The front entrance has a step and would be difficult to enter for wheelchairs. The mural area has no steps and a gentle slope.