Anniston in Calhoun County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)

Historic Woodstock 5K Start

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, February 26, 2023

1. Historic Woodstock 5K Start Marker

Inscription. This sign marks the start line of the Woodstock 5K, one of the oldest continuous footraces in the southeast. First held in 1980, the race takes place the first Saturday in August each year and rollercoasters through the historic neighborhoods around Anniston High School.

Erected by Anniston Runners Club.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1980.

Location. 33° 39.742′ N, 85° 49.303′ W. Marker is in Anniston, Alabama, in Calhoun County. Marker is at the intersection of Woodstock Avenue and East 14th Street, on the right when traveling north on Woodstock Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Anniston AL 36207, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Temple Beth El (approx. 0.3 miles away); Parker Memorial Baptist Church (approx. 0.3 miles away); “Spirit of the American Doughboy” (approx. 0.3 miles away); Temple Beth El Section Hillside Cemetery (approx. 0.4 miles away); George W. Ingram (approx. 0.4 miles away); Anniston Memorial Hospital (approx. 0.4 miles away); The Legacy of the Military / Anniston's Military Heritage (approx. 0.4 miles away); Grace Episcopal Church (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Anniston.

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Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, February 26, 2023

2. Historic Woodstock 5K Start Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on March 6, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 6, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 130 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 6, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.