Albertville

A plateau of approximately 26 square miles.

About Albertville

Albertville is the largest city in Marshall County, set atop Sand Mountain, a plateau in Northeast Alabama. Its slogan, "The Heart of Sand Mountain," greets visitors on the welcome sign coming into the city.

Albertville was founded in 1850 and incorporated on February 18, 1891.

The city's Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater is a sports, leisure, wellness and entertainment venue with an indoor recreation center and an outdoor amphitheater, and Albertville also operates a museum, a public library and a regional airport.

Why Live in Albertville?

Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater offers sports fields, playgrounds, a disc golf course, dog parks, an RV park, a Miracle Field and hiking and biking trails.
The Albertville Public Library offers free membership to residents of Albertville and nearby Marshall County.
The Albertville Museum sits on the spot where the city's first church and school were built, across from the historic Old Albertville Cemetery.
Lake Guntersville and Lake Guntersville State Park are nearby for boating, fishing and outdoor recreation.
Albertville Regional Airport serves the city and the surrounding region.

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Schools in Albertville

Albertville City Schools serves the city through Albertville Kindergarten & Pre-K, Albertville Primary, Albertville Elementary, Albertville Intermediate, Albertville Middle, Albertville High and Albertville Innovation Academy. Some areas outside city limits, such as the Asbury community, are served by Marshall County Schools, so confirm the assigned school for a specific address with the district.

Local Favorites

Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater (Park): City sports and entertainment complex with an indoor recreation center, amphitheater, sports fields, playgrounds, dog parks and trails.
Albertville Museum (Museum): Local history museum on the site of Albertville's first church and school, across from the Old Albertville Cemetery.
Albertville Public Library (Library): Public library offering free membership to Albertville and nearby Marshall County residents.

Frequently Asked Questions About Albertville

What county is Albertville in?

Albertville is in Marshall County, Alabama.

Why is Albertville called "The Heart of Sand Mountain"?

The city sits atop Sand Mountain, a plateau in Northeast Alabama, and uses "The Heart of Sand Mountain" as its slogan on the welcome sign.

Which school district serves Albertville?

Albertville City Schools serves the city. Some areas outside city limits, such as Asbury, are served by Marshall County Schools.

What is Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater?

A city-owned sports, leisure, wellness and entertainment venue with an indoor recreation center, an outdoor amphitheater, sports fields, trails and playgrounds.

When was Albertville incorporated?

Albertville was incorporated on February 18, 1891.