Marion, the county seat of Perry County is located in the west central part of Alabama. Marion is home to both Judson College (1838) and Marion Military Institute (1842) and was the site of the Lincoln Normal School (1867). It has become known through the years as the "College City."

The city is rich in recreation and cultural heritage. Many  artists live and work in the area, several libraries are
available, and the people have an enthusiasm for learning seldom found in other small cities.