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The Bird House had one of the most infamous destinctions in all of Alaskas bars. They packed the place with somewhere close to 100 people NAKED. This was in the '70s. I had lived in Alaska or many years throughout the '70s and '90s and know this to be true. I wish I could have been there at the time. I too have played the "call of the wild Ptarmigan" trick on every visitor from the states who would go with me there. Part of my life burned down there. I had many different items stapled on the walls. I worked in Girdwood and lived in Anchorage and made the trip almost every day except the occasional avalanche. Great memories.
[John M. Dobis, 07/24/2011]The Bird House:- Directions:
- Was along the Seward Highway south of Anchorage.
- Hours:
- Burned down in the late 1990s.
- Status:
- Gone
This was the best bar in Alaska! My buddy J.D. and I went a few times while we were stationed there, mostly on our way to the Russian River to go salmon fishing. I remember the goofy music they played on their jukebox, the stuff people hung all over (panties, drivers licenses, etc.). If a girl took off her panties, she drank for free. Also, the nasty pickle jar, the "whistle" and the way the whole bar was on a slant! You sat on these stumps that were uncomfortable as anything, but you got your money's worth there. The drinks were strong! Because the place was so small, it made for a very informal atmosphere. And a very cold one in the winter because it wasn't insulated. It had been around since the early 1900s and was established as a place for travelers to stop and get warm (there was a wood-burning stove). The Birdhouse was a fire waiting to happen and it finally did burn down in 1996 or so, but for those of us who got a chance to stop and have a few there, they'll always be enjoyable memories.
[Mike Saltzman, 11/27/2000]Historian and author Tim Hollis collects Boomer-era toys and tourist attraction stuff. He's filled his private museum with lunch boxes, fast food containers, and personal relics such as his family's 1978 RCA Selectavision VCR.
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- Address:
- Sharon Blvd, Dora, AL
- Directions:
- In Dora, outside of Birmingham. Get directions when you make a reservation: hollis1963[at]aol.com
- Hours:
- By reservation only, at least 48 hrs in advance. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 205-648-6110
- Admission:
- Donations greatly appreciated.
- RA Rates:
- Major Fun
We decided to take a Sunday afternoon drive and ended up looking for this place. It took a while to locate it -- the directions look good, but are kind of vague. It really is something you just have to see. We parked on the side of the road and wandered around on both sides, taking pictures and reading the signs out loud to one another.
While Mr. Rice passed away several years ago, the crosses and signs still decorate the sides of the road, warning of Hell's fury. It is the kind of thing you will never see in a big city. Years of one man's personal mission to bring strangers to God. Yes, I am a church goer but, still, a bit much for me. However, oddly beautiful.
[Jan, 03/30/2011]Cross Garden: Hell's Warning Label:RoadsideAmerica.com Team Field Report
- Address:
- Autauga County Road 86, Prattville, AL
- Directions:
- On Hwy 82, N of hwy 14. past Country Club, go up hill. On downslope, watch for a paved Autauga County Road 47/Indian Hills Rd on the left. Crosses are just ahead, on both sides of road.
- Spanish Fort, Alabama - Restaurant Booth used by Elvis
I followed up on this tip and saw no signs of the king, and the hostess had only vaguely heard that before. We saw a sign on the road that suggests the Blue Gill might have moved or been heavily flood damaged. Anyway, good restaurant with friendly staff and a big fish in front.
[Hunter King, 02/25/2010]Restaurant Booth used by Elvis:- Directions:
- At the Blue Gill Restaurant. I-10 exit 30 onto US 90/Battleship Pkwy. Drive east for around 1.5 miles. On the north side; look for the sign. The booth is just inside the door of the restaurant.
- Hours:
- Feb. 2010: Reported gone.
- Status:
- Gone
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