Tensaw Parkway

Overview

Baldwin County, Alabama, founded in 1809, maintains a heritage steeped in the tradition of numerous cultures, inspired by the earliest Native American settlers and expanded through the diverse customs conveyed by European conquerors. The Spanish, French, and British all left their marks on this rich land, ultimately creating a culture uniquely characteristic of the frontier fusion of the Native American way of life and the advancement of European technology. The allure of the region, then as now, is its unique biodiversity, rich farmland, and the ease of transportation provided by abundant waterways.