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  1. Jasper is a city in and the county seat of Walker County, Alabama, United States. Its population was 14,352 as of the 2010 census. Named in honor of Sergeant William Jasper, an American Revolutionary War hero, Jasper was settled around 1815 and incorporated on August 18, 1886.

  2. Feb 13, 2024 · Jasper is a vibrant city steeped in rich history and natural beauty. It’s a place that attracts around 14,000 visitors every year who are drawn to its unique charm and diverse attractions. The city’s history dates back to the late 19th century when it was founded as a mining town.

  3. The City of Jasper was incorporated in 1887 with G. H. "Jake" Guttery serving as its first Mayor. Jasper serves as the county seat of Walker County and is located in the middle of the Warrior Coal Fields, the second largest in the nation.

  4. Jun 9, 2023 · Here is my list of the best things to do in Jasper: 1. Lewis-Smith Lake & Dam. Source: Quintaped / Wikimedia. Lewis-Smith Lake. When coal supplies were in high demand during the late 19th century, a series of dams and locks were added to lakes in the Alabama area to provide additional power and income to the region.

  5. Sep 6, 2023 · Explore the rich history and vibrant present of Jasper, Alabama, United States. Discover the town's past as a coal mining hub and its present as a thriving c...

  6. Jasper, city, seat (1824) of Walker county, northwestern Alabama, U.S., about 40 miles (65 km) northwest of Birmingham. Settled in 1815, it was named for Sergeant William Jasper, a defender of Fort Moultrie (then Fort Sullivan) during the American Revolution.

  7. Jasper is a city in and the county seat of Walker County, Alabama, United States. Its population was 14,352 as of the 2010 census. Named in honor of Sergeant William Jasper, an American Revolutionary War hero, Jasper was settled around 1815 and incorporated on August 18, 1886. Map. Directions.

  8. Discover Jasper, AL, a city rich in history and outdoor adventures, offering attractions from the Elliott House Museum to water sports on Walker County Lake.

  9. Jan 24, 2024 · Jasper is the county seat of Walker County, located in the north-central part of the state. It has a mayor/city council form of government. Jasper is the birthplace of well-known actors Michael Rooker, George Lindsey, and Polly Holliday, and stage and screen star Tallulah Bankhead lived for a short time in the city.

  10. Jasper is a city in Alabama in the United States. It is the county seat of Walker County

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