A recent report revealed that Alabama’s Black Belt Region had a $3.8 billion statewide economic impact for 2023. That’s a $1.9 billion increase from 2020 just a few short years ago.
Additionally, tourism in the area reportedly created an estimated 45,500 jobs during the same time frame.
Pam Swanner, Director of the Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association, explained why the region is so popular for so many.
“Alabama’s Black Belt attracts visitors for a wide variety of reasons, led by outdoor recreational activities like hunting, fishing, birding, hiking and camping,” said Swanner. “The Black Belt is also blessed with cultural events and festivals, such as the Airing of the Quilts in Gee’s Bend, as well as many historical landmarks. Throw in a lively art and food scene, and it’s easy to see why so many people are traveling our scenic back roads year-round.”
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