Michael L.
9/4/2019
While visiting Florence, we wanted to visit and tour something unusual. About 30 minutes outside Florence we found it. The story about this Wall was truly fascinating which I will not go into....
Wichahpi Commemorative Stone Wall
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[3200 - 3299] Natchez Trace Pkwy
Cherokee, AL 35616
Located in Florence, AL, the Wichahpi Commemorative Stone Wall is a remarkable testament to the journey of Tom Hendrix's great-great-grandmother, Te-lah-nay, a member of the Yuchi Indian tribe. Over the course of 30 years, Tom built this stone wall in memory of her arduous journey from the Indian Territory of Oklahoma back to her homeland along the Tennessee River. Considered a prime example of Environmental Art Land Art, the wall is believed by many to be a spiritual place and has garnered recognition from various publications and associations.
Tom Hendrix's dedication to honoring his great-great-grandmother's story is evident in the construction of the wall, which has become a symbol of resilience and the enduring power of heritage. Visitors can still view the wall daily and learn about Te-lah-nay's journey through Tom's book, "If The Legends Fade." The Wichahpi Commemorative Stone Wall stands as a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the importance of preserving and celebrating our ancestral roots.
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5.04 reviewsMarjorie H.
3/7/2023
A quiet private contemplative place. You just gotta love rocks, the artistry of dry stack rock walls.
Casey T.
3/25/2016
"All things shall pass. Only the stones will remain". Words spoken by an elder of the Yuchi tribe, the Wichahpi Commemorative Stone Wall is currently the largest unmortared wall in the United...
Tracy W.
9/6/2017
This is a seriously good week for me. I am just posting 4 and 5-star reviews all over the place. Well here's another one...if you are cruising down the Natchez Trace Parkway...or just happen to...
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