Home of the Tuskegee Airmen and Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, a city of over 8,000 residents in east-central Alabama, is known as the training site for the nation's first Black military aviators. The Tuskegee Airmen famously trained at the Tuskegee Army Airfield and formed the 332nd Fighter Group of the U.S. Army Air Corps. Tuskegee University, located in the city's heart, was contracted by the U.S. Military to help train the Tuskegee Airmen because of its previous success in aviation training. The University continues operations today and is the City's beating heart, serving as the only HBCU to offer ROTC for every Military branch. With its steadily decreasing population, the City of Tuskegee hopes to gain economic steam and turn the tide. The U.S. Department of Commerce granted over $2.5 million to the city to help improve infrastructure and build an automotive manufacturing facility. Construction was also completed on Building 100 at the Regional East Alabama Logistics Park, a massive structure open to house various businesses. The Macon County Economic Development Authority says this investment will bring many new jobs to Macon County. Current major employers include Tuskegee University and the Central Alabama VA Medical Center.
Tuskegee is located close to the capitol city of Montgomery and is even a shorter drive away from Auburn.
Check out the amazing displays at the Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site.
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Tuskegee University is the city's largest draw
Tuskegee University was founded in 1881 with Booker T. Washington as its Founding Principal; it's the only HBCU designated as a National Historic Site. Today, the University offers a variety of programs spread across three schools and five colleges. The Macon County School District scores an overall C on Niche and serves over 1,700 students. Tuskegee Public School features the BEST After-School Program through the 21st Century Community Learning Center.
Tuskegee Universtiy takes pride in developing future leaders.
Students at Tuskegee have many options for fun with their fellow classmates.
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Tuskegee has several museums that showcase its extensive history
Several cultural centers and museums reflect Tuskegee's deep history and culture. The Tuskegee Human and Civil Rights Multicultural Center, also known as the Tuskegee History Center, memorializes victims and survivors of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study. The center is now part of the African American Civil Rights Network. The Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site features artifacts associated with the crew. The museum, free to the public, occupies the old hangars at Moton Field, where the pilots trained for WWII. The George Washington Carver Museum sits on the Tuskegee University campus, where Carver taught and conducted important agricultural research.
The Tuskegee Repertory Theater puts this history on stage downtown. The theater was designed to reflect the legacy of Black Americans from Tuskegee and spotlight Black stories worldwide through dance and music. Past plays have been related to Booker T. Washington, Tuskegee University, and other essential pieces of Tuskegee history.
Spend a day at the Tuskegee Human and Civil Rights Multicultural Center and learn about the rich history of the city.
Take the time to go through the museum at the Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site and learn about something new.
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Mid-century and historic homes, a few in need of some repairs
The median home price in Tuskegee is around $67,000, over $300,000 under the national median. Most homes date from between 1950 and 1980, but many historic cottages and bungalows are downtown. Most houses measure under 1,500 square feet, and ranch styles are popular across the city. Most properties are less than an acre, but several hundred homes sit on a couple of acres on the city's outskirts. Some homes in the community need a few repairs and are listed below $100,000.
Large and newer homes make for a comfortable lifestyle in Tuskegee.
Full brick craftsman style homes with well maintained lawns add style to the residential streets of Tuskegee.
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Tuskegee Lake and hiking the national forest
According to the Trust for Public Land, 13% of residents live within a 10-minute walk of Tuskegee's three parks. Lake Tuskegee sprawls across 92 acres just east of downtown and is a popular spot for fishing. Short paths wrap portions of the lake and are popular for cyclists and casual strollers, and several undeveloped lots provide space along the water to park a car. Tuskegee National Forest is a hub for hiking, home to designated National Recreation Trails like the Bartram Trail. The forest features diverse flora and fauna, from magnolias to deer. City-owned parks like Abbott Park feature sports facilities and playgrounds.
Tuskegee City Lake is a popular place to cast a line in Tuskegee.
Take a hike through the Tuskegee National Forest via one of the many trails.
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A few restaurants in downtown Tuskegee
Most of Tuskegee's restaurants are concentrated in its historic downtown area and along Martin Luther King Highway. Vibezz Restaurants and Lounge, located west of downtown, is one of the City's most popular spots for dinner and drinks. Downtown also has the city's only big-box grocery store, a Piggly Wiggly, and a few convenience and food markets. Additional shopping and dining options are available in Montgomery and Auburn.
Tuskegee residents grab groceries at the Piggly Wiggly for their next delicious dinner.
Take some time to shop and dine in the downtown area of Tuskegee.
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Hopping on I-85 and heading into Montgomery
Tuskegee is car-dependent, offering access to several major highways. Interstate 85 runs just north of the city center and leads about 40 miles west to Montgomery. U.S. Route 80 cuts through the city's heart, parallel to I-85. The Central Alabama VA Medical Center at Tuskegee offers primary and specialty care for veterans, and the East Alabama Medical Center in Auburn is open to the public. The Montgomery Regional Airport offers domestic flights about 45 miles away.
A decrease in crime and hot summers
According to Crime.Alabama.Gov, an effort between the University of Alabama and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, violent and property crime decreased from 2022 to 2023.
Winters are mild in Tuskegee, and summers are hot; temperatures rarely go below freezing.
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