Summer Season Tuesday-Saturday June 3 through August 2 (excluding July 3-5). In the heart of the American Revolution, the fate of the colonies relies on you. Can you hold firm and become their hero? The American Village in Montevallo invites you to journey alongside men and women of the past and learn the stories behind these heroes. Watch America’s story come to life like you’ve never seen before! Join us, where history comes alive! The American Village is open Tuesday through Saturday, 9am to 4pm. Come spend the day at the American Village in Montevallo, in America’s Revolutionary past! Sample of the Summer Vignettes Patterns of Industry (18th Century Clothing) Puppet Show 18th Century Justice Games on the Green Meet a Famous Patriot Apothecary Colonial Spy Techniques Summer admission is $11 adults, $10 youth, $9 seniors and free to children 4 and under, veterans and active military. Hours of operation are Tuesdays-Saturdays – Grounds open at 9 a.m./programming starts at 10:30 a.m.

We’ve listened to our guests – you want an upgraded way to experience our Independence Day celebrations. NEW THIS YEAR: An Independence Day VIP Pass is available for $150 per person. What do VIP Pass holders receive?  1-hour advance entrance to American Village on July 4th (10am rather than 11am) Advance security check-in Exclusive parking in the front lot (the first to leave after the fireworks) Exclusive access to an air-conditioned hospitality building Air conditioned private restrooms Complimentary beverages and food in the hospitality area, and discounts at many food vendors onsite A front-row seat to the evening program and the fireworks A cool VIP misting fan Two book talks/book signings in the hospitality area Shuttle stop at the hospitality area Purchase your VIP pass online! Make sure your mailing address is correct on your order, as we will mail you your credentials before July 4. You will receive a wristband, and a dashboard placard that must be displayed to access reserved VIP parking. When you arrive, we’ll have a big battery-operated misting fan waiting for you.

The Story of America The White House Salute to America 250 Task Force has partnered with Hillsdale College to provide a history series that tells the remarkable story of American Independence. It will highlight the stories of the crucial characters and events that resulted in a small rag-tag army defeating the mightiest empire in the world and establishing the greatest republic ever to exist. This is the story of America. This is our shared heritage and our proud destiny that will continue to lead us to unimaginable achievements in the centuries to come. Here are the first two episodes:

Booking is now available for the 2025-26 school year. We invite you and your students to experience the stories of America’s journey for independence, liberty and self-government. Step into the scene and experience the risks, uncertainties, and dramatic events as they unfolded during America’s revolutionary decision to declare its independence. The American Village offers an opportunity for your students to become active participants in “Securing the Blessings of Liberty” and leave with a better foundation for good citizenship. More than a field trip, the American Village educational programs are tied directly to objectives in state courses of study in history, citizenship (civics) and government, as well as graduation standards. Students from every grade level benefit as they participate in experiential learning. Unique in its mission to strengthen and renew the foundations of American liberty and self-government through citizenship education, the American Village is an educational experience like no other! Download the 2025-2026 Catalog of Educational Programs.