By Sam Hughes

Collinsville, Ala.— Not many people in Alabama can trace their town to its founders and original families. But thanks to the Collinsville Historical Association, a few people can.

The Collinsville Historical Association(CHA) formed in 2003 to preserve the history of the greater Collinsville area. They are now preparing to open their new expanded museum in Historic Downtown Collinsville.

Martha Barksdale, a member of the CHA since 2003, said “,On June 1st Liberty Bank of Collinsville donated their unused banking facilities to the CHA.”

Beginning on Nov. 3, the museum will be open on Tuesday thru Friday 10:00am-4:00pm and Saturday 10am-2:30pm. The museum is free for all people and accepts donations.

The museum is a collection of items from community members and business.