About Calera, AL
Calera is a city in Chilton and Shelby counties, Alabama. In the 2000 consensus the population was 3,158, but grew to 10,742 in 2008, making it the fastest growing city in Alabama. Major attractions include the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, Oliver Park, and Morgan Creek Vineyards. Among the companies in Calera are Quality Wholesale Florist and Southern Fried Pies. Famous persons from Calera include Hut Stricklin, NASCAR driver.