Lincoln Normal School

Historical marker location:

300 Lincoln Street, Marion, Alabama

( Marker is at the intersection of Lincoln Street and Lee Street, on the left when traveling west on Lincoln Street.)

Marker installed: 1992

Alabama was the birthplace of some of the most famous musicians in history, including Hank Williams, Nat King Cole, and W.C. Handy, who is often referred to as the "Father of the Blues."