Smithsonia, also known as Cave Springs, is an

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in Lauderdale County, in the

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History

Smithsonia was originally known as Cave Springs, in reference to the numerous caves in the surrounding area. It was then named Smithsonia, in honor of Columbus Smith, a landowner and merchant following the

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. Smith operated a ferry, general store, grist mill, and cotton gin in Smithsonia. A post office was in operation under the name Smithsonia from 1886 to 1927.

References

Unincorporated communities in Lauderdale County, Alabama Unincorporated communities in Alabama 1886 establishments in Alabama {{LauderdaleCountyAL-geo-stub