Around Chelsea / Christi-Ann Bono.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bono, Christi-Ann, author.

Series:

Images of America.

Images of America

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Chelsea (Ala.)--History.

Chelsea (Ala.).

Chelsea (Ala.)--History--Pictorial works.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (194 pages).

Place of Publication:

Charleston, South Carolina : Arcadia Publishing, [2016]

Summary:

"From humble beginnings to magnificent gains, there are few cities that can boast as much growth as Chelsea, Alabama. Where Creek Indians once hunted and roamed, successful businesses, neighborhoods, schools, recreation parks, and churches now stand. In the mid-1800s, pioneer families settled in the hills of what was first called Melrose. The railroad played a vital role in the advancement of the area by offering passenger and commercial transportation, attracting families, businesses, and schools, and in 1996 Chelsea was incorporated with a population of 908. Just over 10 years later, it exceeded 10,000, and Chelsea was the fastest-growing city in Shelby County. With an expanding home market, a growing school system, and a strong sense of community, Chelsea is widely considered one of the top areas in the state for families to live. In fact, the city's motto is "It's all about family."--Cover.

Contents:

Introduction

"It's all about family"

the railroad and businesses

Church bells

- Time for school

"My, how you've grown"

Hargis retreat

Harpersville

Wilsonville

Vincent and Sterrett.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9781439656273

1439656274