Tuscumbia

Tuscumbia sits in the Tennessee River Valley, surrounded by farmland that stretches across the landscape. The city serves as the county seat and is connected by major highways to neighboring communities.

The settlement began in 1815 as Big Spring Community, named after a natural spring where the Michael Dixon family built their first home. The current name comes from mussel populations in the Tennessee River that drew early settlers to the area.

The Alabama Music Hall of Fame displays instruments and memorabilia from musicians who shaped the state's musical heritage. Visitors can see how deeply music has been woven into the region's identity.

The regional airport in Muscle Shoals is located a short distance east and serves the entire Tennessee Valley region. The city is easily accessible by road and offers basic facilities for travelers passing through.

Mussel populations were once so abundant that early industries processed them for shell and pearl products, shaping the local economy. Historic markers around town still remind visitors of this overlooked chapter of commerce.

Location: Colbert County

Inception: 1815

Elevation above the sea: 142 m

Shares border with: Muscle Shoals, Sheffield

Website: http://cityoftuscumbia.org

GPS coordinates: 34.73084,-87.70285

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:23