When you are looking for something unique to do in Dothan, check out these museums in the area. Each location has its own appealing exhibits and fascinating things to see.

Wiregrass Museum of Art

At Wiregrass Museum of Art, you will feel inspired to cultivate a life-long appreciation for the visual arts. The innovative exhibits and interactive education programs encourage a diverse audience of visitors. It has been opened since 1988 and exists to inspire creativity to enhance everyday life. Some of the recent exhibits include displays of folk art, works from Southern artists, and a peek into movements that occur in nature.

The Carver Museum 

Learn more about the history of the Civil Rights Movement and its impact in Dothan and surrounding areas at The Carver Museum. The building once served as Dothan’s bus station where individuals could transition and rest while traveling to and from the South. In 2000, Dr. Francina Williams transformed the bus station into the museum, which has provided a rich African-American history for all.

Dothan Area Botanical Gardens

Explore the beautiful natural surroundings at Dothan Area Botanical Gardens, located on Headland Ave., just four miles north of Dothan. It is open daily and offers free admission. During the holiday season, enjoy a showcase of beautiful lights. Throughout the year, you will see 24 different gardens, connected by a paved trail for easier exploration. These gardens include plants, flowers, and trees that contribute to the conservation of natural resources.

Learn more about the history and natural beauty of the Dothan area at these fascinating museums and attractions.

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If you’re considering a new vehicle in the new year, Toyota is a smart choice whether you need a car, truck, or SUV. These are the four best reasons to think about Toyota for your next vehicle purchase.

1. Durability

If you want a vehicle that lasts, there’s no better choice than a Toyota. Research shows that more than 80 percent of Toyota vehicles purchased in the past 10 years are still on the road today. This means that you can save money by driving your Toyota for years to come or enjoy the benefits of this brand’s high resale value (better than any other brand in 2017 according to Kelley Blue Book).

2. Dependability

Need a vehicle that never breaks down? Toyotas are known for their low cost of ownership. In fact, the brand performed better than any other car manufacturer in J.D. Power and Associates 2017 dependability survey.

3. Safety

We know that keeping your family safe is of the utmost importance. You’ll have peace of mind when you purchase a new Toyota. In fact, more 2017 Toyota models than models from any other brand received the highest Top Safety Pick+ designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

4. Innovation

Toyota was one of the first manufacturers to introduce a hybrid vehicle in the United States. The brand spends more than $1.1 million on research and development every hour of every business day, a staggering commitment to creating better, safer vehicles.

Convinced that a new Toyota is the best choice for you? Visit Toyota of Dothan today to explore our inventory of 2018 Toyota vehicles.

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If you want soul food, Dothan delivers. Here are our three favorite spots in and around town for homestyle cooking.

1. Rita’s Soul Food, 209 North Merrick St., Ozark

Take about a 30-minute drive to Ozark for some of the best soul food in Alabama. Located in an unassuming strip mall, Rita’s Soul Food offers delicious down-home cuisine served by warm, friendly staff. Each meal includes your choice of meat with two sides, with standouts that include fried chicken, meatloaf, black-eyed peas, okra, macaroni and cheese, cornbread, and fish on Fridays. Finish your meal with a choice of two rotating desserts each day. This family-owned restaurant is distinguished by its authentic recipes and impeccable seasoning that provide an unmatched flavor experience.

2. Cookie’s Corner Cafe, 201 Sixth Ave., Dothan

Many Yelp users note that Cookie’s Corner Cafe serves up some of the best soul food in Dothan, with a menu featuring tried and true comfort food at affordable prices. Standout menu options include fried cornbread, key lime pie, catfish, and macaroni and cheese. Choose your meat with three sides and enjoy the Southern hospitality at this hometown favorite.

3. Annie Pearl’s Home Cooking, 493 West State Highway 52, Dothan

This cafeteria-style buffet offers some of the most amazing food you’ll find anywhere in Alabama, with a rotating menu that includes down-home staples like whitefish fillets, cheese grits, fried shrimp, okra, rutabaga, and fried chicken. Every meal comes included with a drink and dessert. Reviewers praise the staff at this Dothan staple, noting that they treat every customer like family.

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The Toyota Camry is one cool car. Not only is it one of the best-selling vehicles of all time, this mid-size sedan has been fully redesigned for the 2018 model year with a lot of awesome tech and new equipment. Here are the three coolest features you’ll find in the all-new 2018 Camry.

1. Intuitive Standard Tech

Toyota’s infotainment system has been upgraded for 2018 with more smartphone integration than ever before. Every Camry model comes with a 6.1-inch touch screen with the software to connect with all your favorite apps, including Pandora, Yelp, and iHeartRadio. The navigation app allows you to display smartphone directions on the touch screen. Siri Eyes Free voice commands are also standard across the Camry lineup.

2. Exciting New Engine

Drivers love the sporty performance of the redesigned Camry thanks to its 203-horsepower 4-cylinder, ranked as one of the most powerful non-turbo engines in this class. If you want even more speed, choose the 301-horsepower V-6 that’s available on the higher Camry trims. Both provide a dynamic ride with retuned steering and suspension.

3. Standard Driver Assistance Tech

While high-tech driver assistance features are widely available, Toyota is one of the few manufacturers to offer these systems as standard in their lineup. Every Camry is equipped with a rearview camera, pedestrian detection, lane departure warning with steering assist, automatic high beams, and adaptive cruise control.

Upgrade to the vehicle named the best mid-size car on the market by U.S. News and World Report. Visit Toyota of Dothan today for your test drive of the 2018 Camry.

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Since Alabama is generally on the warmer side during winter, it’s rare that we have to drive in ice and snow. If we do experience a winter storm, however, stay safe on the road with these four tips for driving in ice and snow.

1. Watch Your Speed

AAA recommends driving slowly in inclement weather conditions, particularly when accelerating. Reduced speed gives you extra time to maneuver and provide safe distance from other vehicles. It’s also important to brake slowly when you need to stop to avoid skidding on slippery roads.

2. Use Anti-Lock Brakes Correctly

To prevent brakes from locking up when caught in a skid, Edmund’s notes the proper procedure for using anti-lock brakes: Stomp on the pedal as hard as you can and hold your foot down while continuing to steer. However, steer into the skid rather than away from it for the best chance of regaining control of the vehicle.

3. Increase Your Following Distance

Conventional wisdom indicates that you should be one second behind the vehicle in front of you for every 10 miles an hour you’re traveling. Double this estimate on slippery roads to ensure you have enough time to stop and prevent a collision.

4. Don’t Leave Your Vehicle

If you get stuck in a snowdrift, it’s much safer to stay in your vehicle and wait for help than it is to get out of the car and take your chances in below-freezing temperatures. To avoid this situation, make sure your cell phone is fully charged before heading out on the road if bad weather is expected.

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If you love the outdoors, you’re in luck when it comes to Toyota’s lineup. The brand offers several rugged vehicles that are perfect for camping and similar pursuits. Here are the three best Toyota models for campers to consider.

1. Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

Those who want to camp in the furthest reaches of wilderness will find they can get almost anywhere with the outdoor-gear trim of this popular pickup. Designed with off-roading in mind, the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro boasts a powerful 3.5-liter V-6 along with special shocks, 9.5 inches of ground clearance, and a Crawl Control mode that delivers power and braking to all four wheels as needed for the terrain. Add a bed that can hold all your gear (and an air mattress) and you’re ready to explore.

2. Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

Toyota’s flagship large SUV can also be purchased with the TRD Pro package of off-roading equipment for smooth sailing over any type of terrain. Fans of the 4Runner, named as one of the four best camping cars by Autobytel, are impressed by its off-roading prowess as well as its expansive cargo hold.

3. Toyota Land Cruiser

While it’s been off the market since 1997, the Land Cruiser is a cult favorite when it comes to camping vehicles thanks to its rugged construction and space for up to eight. Like many Toyotas, these vehicles are still reliable and will last for decades if properly cared for.

Stop by Toyota of Dothan today. We’ll be happy to show you around our inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles to help you find the ideal adventure-mobile.

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Residents of Dothan have no shortage of ways to celebrate this New Year’s Eve. Here are our four favorite picks for holiday fun.

1. Dance the Night Away at Chill Lounge

Chill Lounge nightclub at 164 South Foster St. is hosting one of the hottest New Year’s Eve events in all of Alabama, featuring the state’s largest confetti drop. Enjoy live music, DJ sets, free party favors and a champagne toast. Doors open at 7 p.m.

2. Celebrate With Princesses

Dothan Princess Parties is hosting a family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration at Taj Restaurant and Bar, 3102 Ross Clark Circle, from 4 to 8 p.m. and will feature your kids’ favorite characters, a full buffet, dancing, a balloon drop, face painting, and a photo booth. Tickets are available online.

3. Enjoy a Romantic Evening

Bella’s at 111 West Troy St. is one of the finest restaurants in Dothan, making it the perfect place to ring in the new year with someone special. A cost of $25 per person includes live entertainment, light appetizers and a bottle of champagne; a limited menu of Bella’s signature gourmet dishes will be available for order.

4. Experience the Countdown

This year, downtown Dothan will host its second annual New Year’s Eve countdown. Beginning at 7 p.m. and lasting through midnight, the event will feature a family fun area, balloon release, live music, and a midnight fireworks show and peanut drop. As you celebrate, enjoy festival food and visit local vendors.

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Shopping for a new car can be overwhelming, but choosing a model from Toyota is always a safe and smart choice. Toyota now offers Safety Sense-P, a package with impressive safety features, as standard on many of its vehicles. Check out the included features to see how this package is changing the way people drive.

Lane Departure Alert

When you’re on a clearly marked road, lane departure warning will give you an alert if your vehicle unintentionally crosses the lane marking. This reminder keeps you in your lane and can prevent sideswipe accidents.

Dynamic Radar Cruise Control

Another included feature is dynamic radar cruise control, an innovative system that maintains a set speed. It uses a camera and radar detection to monitor other vehicles on the road and slow the car down automatically without disengaging cruise control.

Pre-Collision System

The pre-collision system within Toyota Safety Sense-P is designed to detect both vehicles and pedestrians, slowing the car down automatically to lessen the chance of an accident. If you don’t realize that cars in front of you are slowing down or stopped, the system will hit the brakes immediately.  

Automatic High Beams

Automatic high-beam control makes it easier to see the road ahead when you’re driving in the dark. Traditional high beams are turned on and off manually, but you always have to turn them off when a car approaches to prevent the bright lights from bothering the other driver. This feature uses an in-vehicle camera to sense headlights of oncoming cars and lower the high beams to regular lighting until the car passes, and then turn them back up.

Improve the safety of the ride in a model equipped with Toyota Safety Sense-P from Toyota of Dothan.

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The winter brings cold temperatures, snow, and ice, which are hard on your car’s exterior. With the proper care and maintenance throughout this chilly season, you can keep your Toyota looking like new.

Swap Out the Floor Mats

A set of all-weather, rubber floor mats is a great investment for anyone who lives in an area with snow and ice during the winter. As you climb into the car, your shoes and boots tend to track in ice, sleet, and salt, which can cause damage to carpeted floor mats. The rubber isn’t affected by water or salt, so they’ll withstand the harsh climate until it warms up again.

Wash it Often

Washing your car regularly is the easiest way to care for the exterior. When you drive on slick, icy streets, your tires and the tires of cars around you will kick up road salt which will corrode the car and create rust. Rust on your vehicle is detrimental often leaving critical components exposed, but fixing it is expensive and time-consuming as it can require replacing the entire affected area.

If it’s too cold to wash your car by hand, drive through a car wash. Opt for a wash treatment that cleans the undercarriage of your car, which is a spot that salt tends to get trapped.

Wax the Exterior

About once a month throughout the winter, apply a fresh coat of wax to the exterior of your car. This treatment acts as a protective barrier and helps your car look shiny and new.

Protect your investment by keeping up with regular care throughout the winter.

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From classic plays to festive outdoor open houses, there’s so much to do in Dothan this holiday season. Here are our picks for the top three events to put on your calendar.

A Christmas Carol

1 Festival Drive, Montgomery

November 19 – December 24, 2 to 4 p.m.

The Alabama Shakespeare Festival will be presenting A Christmas Carol from the end of November through Christmas Eve. Take the whole family or a special someone to this heartwarming performance of a classic Christmas story. You’ll experience a magical evening of holiday spirit and spirits.

Headland Area Chamber of Commerce Holiday Open House

25 Grove Street, Headland

November 28, 3 p.m.

This community event is a great chance to celebrate the season with your neighbors. Enjoy performances of your favorite holiday songs by local kindergarteners as well as roving carolers. This night also marks the official first lighting of the town Christmas tree. Stroll the town square, where business are open late to provide special sales, refreshments, and door prizes.

Christmas SunDown Cinema

25 Grove Street, Headland

December 1, 6 p.m.

Celebrate this annual tradition with this year’s film selection, A Muppet Christmas Carol. Families gather for this free screening with blankets and lawn chairs, so bundle up, grab your spot, and settle in for a cozy outdoor movie experience. Refreshments will be served.

While you’re out and about, stop by Toyota of Dothan to chat about the latest vehicles in stock. We’ll be happy to give you a tour of our expansive inventory.

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