Stanton
Stanton was a railroad community named for superintendent Myron Stanton, with a post office from 188
State: Alabama
County: Chilton County
Founded: circa 1883
Stanton was a railroad community named for superintendent Myron Stanton, with a post office from 1883-2006. It was the site of the Battle of Ebenezer Church on April 1, 1865, during Wilson's Raid. A 1932 tornado killed seven residents. A school built around 1925 was razed in 2001.
Timeline
- 1819 - Ebenezer Baptist Church Founded Ebenezer Baptist Church was established in the area, predating the town itself by decades.
- April 1, 1865 - Battle of Ebenezer Church During Wilson's Raid into Alabama in the closing days of the Civil War, a significant cavalry engagement occurred at this location. It was one of the last Confederate military actions in Alabama.
- 1883 - Town Established The town of Stanton was named in honor of railroad superintendent Myron Stanton. A post office was established in 1883.
- 1925 - School Built A school was constructed around this time to serve the community.
- 1931 - Stanton Bible Methodist Church A second church was founded in the community, reflecting its continued religious life.
- March 21, 1932 - Tornado Tragedy A wedge tornado struck Stanton, killing seven residents. This tragedy devastated the small community.
- 2001 - School Razed The school built around 1925 was demolished, removing one of the community's remaining landmarks.
- 2006 - Post Office Closes After 123 years of continuous operation, the Stanton post office closed, marking the effective end of the community as an active settlement.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Any season
Difficulty: Easy - accessible by road
Time Needed: 30 minutes to 1 hour
Tips
- The Battle of Ebenezer Church site has historical significance
- Ebenezer Baptist Church (1819) may still have visible historical elements
- The community is largely unincorporated with limited remaining structures
- Chilton County has active historical societies for more information
Quick Facts
- The post office operated for 123 years (1883-2006)—longer than many Alabama towns have existed
- The Battle of Ebenezer Church was one of the last Confederate cavalry actions in Alabama
- Named for railroad superintendent Myron Stanton—one of many Alabama towns named for rail officials
- A deadly wedge tornado killed seven residents in 1932
Location
Address: Chilton County, Alabama
Coordinates: 32.615, -86.88