Dauphin Island, Alabama
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hoteltwo
N 30° 15.237 W 088° 06.873
16R E 392775 N 3347451
Marker describes the history of Dauphin Island and is located in front of the Town Hall on Bienville Blvd.
Waymark Code: WM18BFM
Location: Alabama, United States
Date Posted: 07/02/2023
Views: 1
Marker text:
Incorporated in 1988, Dauphin Island is recognized as the "Sunset Capital of Alabama." Having served as the capital of the Louisiana Territory in the early 1700's, this unique barrier island has a rich history. Today Dauphin Island is admired for its relaxed and family-friendly atmo- sphere. Also, it is the home of the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo.
Marker Name: Dauphin Island
Marker Type: Urban
Addtional Information::
Erected by the Bicentennial Commission of Mobile County, Inc.
Date Dedicated / Placed: 2012
Marker Number: Not listed
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