Sylacauga, Alabama: Monument To The Housewife-Whacking Meteorite
Abstract tribute to the meteorite that crashed into the living room of resident Ann Hodges bounced off a radio, and struck her in the thigh. November 1954.
City Hall
- Address:
- 301 N. Broadway Ave., Sylacauga, AL
- Directions:
- In front of City Hall, on the northwest corner of N. Broadway Ave./Hwy 21 and W. 3rd St./Hwy 148.
- Hours:
- Always visible. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
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Monument To The Housewife-Whacking Meteorite:
History was made just outside of Sylacauga, Alabama, in late November 1954. An 8.5-pound meteorite crashed through the ceiling of Ann Hodges' home, bounced off of a radio, and hit her on the thigh.
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"Falling Star," carved from Sylacauga marble in 2009 by Don Lawler, is an artistic tribute to the 1954 Hodges Meteorite, which struck a woman in her home.