Old Cahawba Archaeological Park was one of 10 sites across the state to receive a grant from Governor Kay Ivey.

The Archaeological Park, based in Orrville, will receive $400,000 to build a multi-use concrete trail at Old Cahawba to connect many of the park’s main features, build an equestrian trail and construct additional bathrooms.

Ivey awarded a total of $2.7 million to help expand or build trails or trail amenities at 10 sites to enhance recreation outlets.

“Alabama is a land of bountiful natural beauty, and our state and local trails are a means to experience and enjoy that outdoor splendor,” Gov. Ivey said. “I am pleased to award these grants, and I encourage everyone to enjoy these and any of the many other trails in our state.”

The grants game from funds that the Federal Highway Administration’s Recreational Trails Program made available. The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) administers the program

“Trails come in many forms and magnitudes, but they provide character and so much more to our communities,” ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell said.