What’s So Smart Video Series

Huntsville, Ala. is home to some of the most unique and historic experiences found in the country. What’s So Smart offers a personal, first-hand look into these experiences and offers a variety of options that cater to the quality of life of individuals and families living and moving to the Rocket City. From reimagined spaces to holiday traditions and even outdoor adventures, Huntsville is ASmartPlace to not just work, but also to live and play.

Catch the series on our YouTube channel where we share new episodes every other Wednesday during each season.

Season 2

Season 2 shares an inside look into some of Huntsville’s most unique experiences, each of which hold some type of history. From breweries in an old school to haunted history during spooky season, this season covers an array of options to enjoy through the end of the year.

Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Galaxy of Lights

Huntsville, Ala. is home to a lot of unique activities, and many hold rich history. In this series, we are sharing various experiences that are unique to our community and what the history is behind each. This episode highlights Galaxy of Lights, one of the top Botanical Garden Holiday light shows in the country. Huntsville Botanical Garden offers an escape into the enchanting world of nature. Whether you’re seeking a serene stroll, an educational adventure, or a special event, the Garden has something for everyone. Galaxy of Lights celebrates their 30th anniversary in 2025 and we got a first hand look at some of the new offerings this season!

Website links:

Galaxy of Lights: https://hsvbg.org/visit/exhibits/galaxy-of-lights/

Huntsville Botanical Garden: https://hsvbg.org/

Past episodes

Reimagined Nightlife in Huntsville

This episode highlights reimagined developments found just west of downtown Huntsville. Stovehouse, a former stove factory that produced the first electric stoves, is now known for its shopping, live music, and food garden. Campus No. 805, a former school for many locals to the area, is now a brewery, karaoke bar, arcade, and venue space that also recently celebrated its 10 year anniversary.

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Space Camp in Rocket City, U.S.A.

This episode highlights our namesake “Rocket City” and how that branding influenced one of the most unique and iconic attractions in our community. The U.S. Space & Rocket Center was created to be the face of our space work, which started in the 1950’s, and helped produced some of the world’s most intelligent scientists with the help of Space Camp. Now the once known “Watercress Capital of the World” is helping bridge the gap of STEM-related thinking to all generations.

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Huntsville’s Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment

This episode highlights Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, the largest privately-owned arts facility in the United States. With a focus on visual arts, this historic textile mill has been redeveloped into 153 working studios for over 300 artists and makers, 7 galleries, a theatre, community garden, and performance venues.

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Downtown Huntsville Ghost Tour

This episode highlights the Huntsville Ghost Walk, a walk that makes stops in three different historic downtown districts and explains the haunting stories of real residents of the area decades ago. Tours book as early as September, with tours on Fridays and Saturdays and go through October, with tours on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

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Website Links:

Stovehouse: https://www.stovehouse.com/

Campus No. 805: https://campus805.com/

History of U.S. Space & Rocket Center: https://www.rocketcenter.com/overview
Space Camp: https://www.rocketcenter.com/SpaceCamp
U.S. Space & Rocket Center Tickets: https://www.rocketcenter.com/admission

Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment: https://lowemill.art/

Downtown Huntsville Ghost Tour: https://www.huntsvilleghostwalk.com/

Season 1

Season 1 follows along the various trails found on the Downtown Huntsville, Inc. website, with some additional trails we added to the collection ourselves. This season covers a wide variety of small businesses, activities, and experiences you can enjoy either alone, with friends, or family.

A holiday trail worth taking! Downtown Huntsville Tinsel Trail

Learn more about the Downtown Huntsville Tinsel Trail HERE. Special thanks to the Huntsville Botanical Garden, Rocket City Trash Pandas, and MidCity District for contributing content.

Website link:

Downtown Huntsville Tinsel Trail: http://tinseltrail.com/

Season 1 Past Episodes

Nature Trails

Taking the scenic route on some of Huntsville’s BEST nature trails! To get started, download a trail map on the Land Trust of North Alabama.

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Vinyl Record Trail

We take on the Downtown Huntsville Vinyl Record Trail! To get started, grab your Trail Guide at any participating location or at the Downtown Huntsville, Inc. office.

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Craft Beer Trail

I drank a beer at EVERY stop on the Downtown Huntsville Craft Beer Trail! To get started, grab your Trail Guide at any participating location or at the Downtown Huntsville, Inc. office. To get started, grab your Trail Guide at any participating location or at the Downtown Huntsville, Inc. office.

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Secret Artemis Trail

I found SECRET rockets in Downtown Huntsville! To get started, grab your Trail Guide at any participating location or at the Downtown Huntsville, Inc. office. To get started, grab your Trail Guide at any participating location or at the Downtown Huntsville, Inc. office.

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Secret Art Trail

I discovered Downtown Huntsville’s SECRET Art Trail! To get started, grab your Trail Guide at any participating location or at the Downtown Huntsville, Inc. office.

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Coffee Trail

Coffee Crawl Chaos: I Tried Every Spot on the Downtown Huntsville Coffee Trail! To get started, grab your Trail Guide at any participating location or at the Downtown Huntsville, Inc. office.

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Cocktail Trail

I tried ALL the cocktails on the Downtown Huntsville Cocktail Trail! To get started, grab your Trail Guide at any participating location or at the Downtown Huntsville, Inc. office.

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Website Links:

Land Trust of North Alabama: https://landtrustnal.org/

Downtown Huntsville Vinyl Record Trail: https://www.downtownhuntsville.org/vinylrecordtrail

Downtown Huntsville Craft Beer Trail: https://www.downtownhuntsville.org/craftbeertrail

Secret Artemis Trail: https://www.downtownhuntsville.org/secretartemistrail
For more fun facts about the Space Launch System: https://www.tbe.com/en-us/what-we-do/markets/space/Pages/artemis-hunt.aspx

Downtown Huntsville Secret Art Trail: https://www.downtownhuntsville.org/secretarttrail
Downtown Huntsville Secret Art Trail – Mae Jemison Segment: https://www.downtownhuntsville.org/satmaejemison

Downtown Huntsville Coffee Trail: https://www.downtownhuntsville.org/craftcoffeetrail

Downtown Huntsville Cocktail Trail: https://www.downtownhuntsville.org/craftcocktailtrail