Welcome to
historic tuscaloosa
A special thank you to our current sponsors...
Welcome
Historic Tuscaloosa hopes you will find this site both useful and entertaining. It is designed to serve as a guide for visitors to Tuscaloosa County, as an introduction to discovering the county's history, and as an educational tool and resource center. We invite you to learn more about our colorful past and discover what makes Tuscaloosa County a special place.
Who we are
Historic Tuscaloosa is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the Tuscaloosa area's heritage.
Founded in 1966, the Society's mission is to develop an awareness and appreciation of the historical and cultural heritage of our community.
We operate and maintain five historical landmarks:
What we do
Private Events
Our historical buildings are a great location for your next event!
Support our mission and help keep our buildings alive by booking a party at one of our venues.
Three of our renowned homes are available for rent:
The Old Tavern is a quaint venue, perfect for small groups or intimate gatherings.
Our Battle-Friedman House and Gardens are splendid both inside and out for weddings, parties, ladies' lunches, meetings, and networking events.
The Jemison- Van de Graaff Mansion is our largest and most versatile location, ideal for every type of event.
We'd love to be a part of your gathering!
Historic Tuscaloosa operates as a non-profit organization.
The funds acquired from event rentals goes right back into maintaining & preserving these historical landmarks.
We thank you and others for choosing to support not just your vision, but also ours.
