When you live in Huntsville, every day can be an adventure. You might even say, ‘there’s an art to it.’ Indeed, our hometown boasts some of the most creative, innovative and entertaining art in the state.  We have scores of brilliant local artists practicing their art in a variety of mediums. There are also many opportunities to see world-class art exhibits, concerts and performances. Films, music, dance, and visual arts are celebrated here in Huntsville. At Village at Oakland Springs, we recognize and appreciate the contributions artists make to the culture and quality of life of our city. Take some time and discover the artistic side of Huntsville!

• Be inspired by the important works of art in the Huntsville Museum of Art
• Explore and discover outdoor artworks throughout the city along the Spaces Sculpture Trail
• Take in a performance from the famous and fabulous Huntsville Symphony Orchestra
• Enjoy the grace and strength of dancers of our own  Huntsville Ballet, North Alabama’s first professional ballet company
• Explore the South’s largest privately-owned center for the arts, Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment

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If you love being out in nature, you’ll love the surrounding parks and trails around Madison. With beautiful parks and natural areas around the Tennessee River to beautiful Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve, Madison is a great place to discover your ‘outdoor’ side.

Enjoy walking, hiking, biking or simply exploring in places in and around the town. Enjoy a day exploring the outdoors along the Rainbow Mountain trail and breathe in the scents of the forest. Indian Creek Greenway is a great place to get out and bike, walk or explore, too. And, living at Oakland Springs, you don’t have to leave your neighborhood for a little ‘nature moment’— our pocket parks and natural areas are a great place to relax. We’ve also been called a locals’ favorite place for a beautiful evening stroll.

Huntsville Botanical Gardens is open all year and there’s always something beautiful to experience. Across 112 acres, you can explore diverse ecosystems—grassy meadows, woodlands, brilliant collections of flowers and plantings, and a variety of aquatic habitats.

The Botanical Garden welcomes everyone and is a unique locale where beauty and natural wonder reign. Enjoy exploring winding nature trails that meander through all sorts of flora, including some of the loveliest of Alabama’s own native species. An all ages experience, the gardens offer a Children’s Garden and something truly spectacular: the nation’s largest open-air butterfly house! The Botanical Gardens puts on events, exhibits, and programs all year and is a local favorite for a memorable afternoon or evening.

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