THE HISTORIC Buckner Event Plaza

FOR SALE | 5.42 Acres | 37,381 SF of Event Space | Opportunity Zone + Historic District

The Buckner Event Plaza offers a rare opportunity to acquire one of Alabama’s most distinctive historic venues, located within the Spanish Colonial Revival District of Fort McClellan in Anniston, Alabama.

Set on 5.42 secluded acres among the Appalachian foothills, this exceptional property features three distinct event venues totaling 37,381 square feet of space—surrounded by natural scenery, historic architecture, and long-range mountain views.

Originally constructed as the Post Recreation Center, Buckner Event Plaza stands as one of the earliest and most architecturally significant buildings on Fort McClellan. The property has been thoughtfully restored and rehabilitated to serve as a regional destination for arts, entertainment, and community gatherings, all while preserving its original Spanish Colonial Revival craftsmanship.

Strategically located within both a Qualified Opportunity Zone and a Historic District, Buckner Event Plaza offers investors and operators exceptional advantages—pairing federal and state tax incentives with strong regional momentum in tourism, hospitality, and film production.

• Regional Access: Centrally positioned between Birmingham and Atlanta via I-20, Anniston serves as a strategic hub for commerce, tourism, and logistics across East Alabama.
• Tourism & Outdoor Economy: Home to the Chief Ladiga Trail, Cane Creek Golf Course, and Mountain Longleaf National Wildlife Refuge, the area attracts thousands of annual visitors for recreation, events, and heritage tourism.
• Economic Revitalization: The former Fort McClellan campus is undergoing rapid redevelopment, with projects like Kemet Movie Works, McClellan Industrial Village, and multiple adaptive reuse developments driving new investment, jobs, and visitor demand.
• Hospitality Growth: With limited event and lodging inventory in the area, Buckner Event Plaza represents an ideal opportunity to capitalize on Anniston’s rising demand for wedding, conference, film, and performance venues.

• 5.42 Acres of scenic, secluded grounds
• 37,381 SF of event and hospitality space
• Three signature venues linked by a graceful arcade of arches
• Located in a Historic District and Opportunity Zone
• Expansive terraces, mountain views, and a scenic boardwalk
• Fully equipped for receptions, performances, conferences, and dining
• Strong potential for arts, tourism, and destination event operations

The Grand Hall

The centerpiece of Buckner Events Plaza is The Grand Hall, 6240 square feet of clear span space with high ceiling structure and hardwood flooring. A marvelous venue for exhibitions, arts and musical performances, receptions, conferences and banquets, the ballroom will accommodate up to 300 for seated dining and is equipped with state of the art sound.

The Foothills Theatre

An intimate Art Deco theater with historic charm: The Foothills Theatre is an intimate Art Deco era theatre with performance and visual projection capabilities. The theatre features comfortable seating for 250 with superior acoustics, lighting and sound. 

Named for local the range of hills which flank the property, the theater is home to everything relating to the Arts.

Sip a glass of wine on the adjoining terrace during intermission and enjoy the view of the historic cavalry stables. This outdoor hospitality space links the upper loggia and boardwalk by elevator and renders the theatre handicap accessible.

The Buckner Café Hall

An elegant dining and social space with a rich history: TheBuckner Cafe Hall is resplendent with a massive timbered ceiling, slate flooring, carved stone fireplace and monumental windows that complete the picturesque architecture. A loggia/terrace complements the space and offers a pleasant outdoor setting for food and beverage.

It accommodates 120 diners. Private meeting/dining functions can be arranged in the adjacent spaces, outside on the Foothills Terrace or on the tree shaded Boardwalk with its view of the long leaf forest and mountain range beyond

• Main room seats 100
• 32 seats on the charming Loggia
• 24 seats in the Cuba Lounge, themed around 1898 Havana Harbor
• Full kitchen and bar for dining events, receptions, and more

Whether hosting a grand gala in The Grand Hall, a film premiere in The Foothills Theatre, or an intimate dinner in Buckner Café Hall, the Buckner Event Plaza offers unmatched versatility for event management, performing arts, tourism, or hospitality operations.

This is more than a property—it’s an architectural treasure and income-producing destination, ready to anchor the next wave of revitalization in Anniston, Alabama.Akin Realty Ventures is excited to offer the extraordinary opportunity to acquire The Buckner Event Plaza located on former Fort McClellan in Anniston, Alabama. This versatile property spans 5.42 acres and offers 3 very unique event spaces with a total 37,381 sq. ft. of space. Nestled on secluded grounds, amongst the Appalachian foothills, this property provides picturesque scenery with breathtaking forest views, outdoor terraces, and a scenic boardwalk. Situated in both an Opportunity Zone and a Historic District, this venue is primed for investment and event hosting opportunities. Buckner Event Plaza has a rich heritage. It is one of the early McClellan buildings designed and constructed in the Spanish Colonial Revival style. This historic former Post Recreation Center has undergone major restoration/rehabilitation to become a regional venue for the arts. Three separate buildings, linked by an arcade of arches facing the ceremonial parade ground. The Buckner Events Plaza is designed to attract artisans and craftspeople in drama, music, dance, painting, film and associated arts. Receptions, conferences and social events are beautifully accommodated in a variety of architectural spaces to be found here. The Buckner Event Plaza is located in the heart of the Spanish Colonial Buckner Historic District.