A hidden gem in Oakman, Alabama.

Where Country
Roots Are Laid

OakVine Village is Calling Your Name

This historic village will serve as a living time machine, where guests can step into an era untouched by smartphones, algorithms, and digital distractions.

Through authentic period architecture, hands-on craftsmanship, traditional farming, and daily life reenactments, OakVine Village will recreate the sights, sounds, and spirit of the 19th century.

Our mission is to reconnect people with nature, craft, and community—offering a "train to the past" that serves the future of this county and beyond. Heritage and legacy is everything to what we do here.

Through authentic period architecture, hands-on craftsmanship, traditional farming, and daily life reenactments, OakVine Village will recreate the sights, sounds, and spirit of the 19th century. It’s a place where history isn’t just observed—it’s lived, allowing people to reconnect with the simplicity, craftsmanship, and community values of a time long before artificial intelligence shaped the world.
The main goal of restoring OakVine Village is to transport visitors back to the 1800s, offering a truly immersive, AI-proof experience that disconnects them from modern technology and plunges them into the past.

What's comin' around the bend?

We are currently working hard getting the village up to par. Alot has to happen in the making this space amazing so please be patient with us as we attempt to restore, add on and make new attractions for OakVine Village.

Driven by passion, grounded in purpose, and united by the dream of bringing history and community to life.

Meet the Dream Team.
Allen Lee Oakman
Chief Executive Officer

A visionary entrepreneur and community builder dedicated to restoring OakVine Village as a living tribute to Southern heritage, creativity, and shared prosperity.

Laurie Payne Oakman
Chief Financial Officer

A meticulous CPA and CFO, she ensures every cent is accounted for, balancing ambition with precision to keep OakVine Village financially strong and future-ready.

Lisa Jordan
Chief of Staff

A strong, focused woman business leader who keeps every project moving forward with precision, discipline, and a calm sense of direction that turns vision into measurable progress.

Albert Williams
Chief Experience Officer

Master painter, finisher, and antiquities expert, brings history to life with his flawless touch — because “If it ain’t smooth, then Albert didn’t do it.”

Jorge Pacheco
Chief Facilities Officer

A true jack-of-all-trades, he masters everything from carpentry and electrical work to plumbing and horticulture — the kind of man OakVine Village couldn’t do life without.

< Some New Plans Ahead
We hope to really focus 2026 on our activities within the park. Eagerly taking on new partnerships to get some things to entertain after we get the eateries up and running. We are juggling alot of ideas and plans but excited to make these visions come to life.

Allen Oakman

Join the adventure — experience OakVine Village where every moment makes history!

We’re here to entertain, inspire, and bring people together through timeless experiences that celebrate the heart of Southern fun.