Opelika History

Celebrating Opelika's Past

In the Spring of 2004, Opelika celebrated it's Sesquicentennial. The information in this section was originally published in a special edition of the Opelika-Auburn News, and was a part of the celebration. The articles, images and links will give you a better understanding of the History of our "Hometown", Opelika, Alabama.

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Railroad Avenue in downtown Opelika has seen several changes since the days of horse-drawn transportation. As the city celebrates its 150th year, city leaders and community members have worked together to give today's residents a glimpse of what Opelika was like in years past.

Opelika At A Glance

Origin of Opelika

Opelika - A short course in a city's history

'Firsts' in the Opelika's African-American community

Opelika Schools - Learning through the years

Opelika's Public Schools ***New 8/9/06***

Opelika High Schools ***New 8/13/06***

OPELIKA PRIVATE SCHOOLS ***6/9/07***

Opelika News 1902 - 1934 ***New 8/18/06***

Camp Opelika -- WWII POW camp ***New Image added 6/7/06***

Opelika - Fire Department & Memorial Library

Opelika Railroads and Textile Industry

History For Sale ***New page 4/29/06***

History Rosemere Cemetery ***New Page 1/27/08***

A new website for Opelika Schools: *** September 2007***
http://www.opelikaschools.org:80/

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