Founded in 1871, the city of Northport, Alabama is currently home to over 25,000 residents and rests along the Black Warrior River.
Northport is the 21st-largest city in Alabama and is largely known for its annual Kentuck Festival of the Arts. The festival, which is hosted in Kentuck Park every October, highlights local folk and contemporary artists of West Alabama. At this festival, one can typically find wares like pottery, specialty quilts and homemade crafts.
Also located in Northport is the Kentuck Arts and Crafts Center. Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2021, the Kentuck Arts and Crafts Center is made up of five repurposed buildings and houses art studios, galleries, a teaching space, and so much more. The Kentuck Arts and Crafts Center keeps the arts alive in West Alabama all year round.
Northport is also home to a few celebrity residents. Most notably, Hannah Brown, who was recently a guest on season 15 of "The Bachelorette." Some other celebrity Northport locals include professional baseball player Frank Lary, former SEC football coach Curley Hallman, and former University of Alabama football player Le’Ron McClain.
Visiting guests should check Historic Downtown Northport for a taste of the city’s rich and abundant history. From the authentic southern cuisine or classic antique piece, Downtown Northport is the perfect place to spend an afternoon in Alabama.
Lake Lurleen State Park, which is around 15 minutes outside of downtown Northport, embodies 1,600 acres of land in the West Alabama city. Here, guests can find a fully functioning campground, camp store, picnic area, swimming beach, paddle boats, fishing piers, and tons of other outdoor amenities.
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ALDOT to Perform Week of Nighttime Work on Northport Intersection
The Alabama Department of Transportation will begin a week of nighttime roadwork tonight on a highly trafficked intersection in Northport.
17 Companies Seek to Hire at Thursday Job Fair in Northport
More than a dozen companies will set up at Northport City Hall this week at a job fair where they seek to hire workers across several industries.
Northport's Biscuit Shop to Permanently Close Next Week
A beloved biscuit bakery that moved from Mississippi to Northport will permanently close next week after four years in their Alabama home.
Alabama's First Cookie Plug to Open in Northport on Saturday
A few dozen early birds can get some pretty sweet worms this weekend as the new-to-market Cookie Plug bakery opens on McFarland Boulevard in Northport.
New Arrest Made for "Targeted" September Murder in Northport
A second suspect has been arrested for a "targeted" murder set for September in Northport.
Clearance Underway at Northport Winn Dixie Closing to Become ALDI
Shoppers looking for a break from sky-high prices can find savings this month at a Northport Winn Dixie store closing soon to become the area's third ALDI grocer.
Northport Partners with Blue Cross, Blue Shield on Fitness Court
A public-private partnership came to fruition in Northport Thursday morning, where city leaders cut the ribbon on a new outdoor fitness court designed for everyone 14 and up.
DCH Hosts Teddy Bear and Doll Clinic for Flatwoods Elementary
Flatwoods Elementary First Graders Gain Comfort and Understanding Through Unique Hospital Experience
City of Northport Trying to Sniff Out Cause of Widespread Stink
Officials in Northport have their noses to the grindstone trying to sniff out the cause of a widespread odor permeating the city Tuesday.
Five Below Discount Store Coming to Northport Shopping Center
A new Five Below value store is coming soon to Northport, leaders there announced Thursday afternoon.