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Tuscaloosa Formal Dinner The Tuscaloosa Cameo Guild’s Formal Dinner is held each year in honor of the senior class members. It is an opportunity for members and their dates to practice the elements of formal dining etiquette that have been covered throughout the year. 1/1

July 24, 2025 Topic: Birmingham Mineral Railroad Signs Project Speaker: James Lowery 2025 Lecture Series — 2 of 4 Historic Birmingham Mineral Railroad Signs Project – The BMRR Past and Present Speaker: James Lowery Recorded: July 24, 2025 For more information →

View our calendar to see opening days. Visit Historic Tuscaloosa's five historic landmarks in Tuscaloosa, AL. The Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion, the Battle-Friedman House & Gardens, the Old Tavern, the Murphy-Collins Museum, and the McGuire-Strickland home. Contact Us Tour Times Mailing Address Please call the Executive Office at (205) 758-2238 info@historictuscaloosa.org for more information on any of our locations Old Tavern 1:30 PM Battle-Friedman House 2:30 PM Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion 3:30 PM Tours are $5/person/structure and are offered every Tuesday-Friday, when no private events are being held at the location. Please refer to the calendar below for closings. You may also call 205-758-2238 to check on the weekly tour and event schedule. Historic Tuscaloosa P.O. Box 1665 Tuscaloosa, AL 35403 Calendar Daily Tour Calendar

Historic Tuscaloosa’s Haunting Tuscaloosa event brought together the Gorgas House Museum and the Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion for an unforgettable evening of history, folklore, and reflection on October 29, 2025. From 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., guests explored the stories of those who lived—and died—right here in Tuscaloosa, while discovering how cultures across time have honored life and death. Haunting Tuscaloosa Event Date: October 8, 2025 Historic Tuscaloosa’s Haunting Tuscaloosa event brought together the Gorgas House Museum and the Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion for an unforgettable evening of history, folklore, and reflection on October 29, 2025. From 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., guests explored the stories of those who lived—and died—right here in Tuscaloosa, while discovering how cultures across time have honored life and death. Visitors experienced the captivating exhibit “The Veil Between: Mortuary Practices Through the Ages,” which offered a fascinating look at funerary and mortuary traditions in both Tuscaloosa and Thailand. The exhibit guided attendees through the rites and rituals that have shaped humanity’s understanding of death across centuries and continents. Costumes, curiosity, and community spirit filled both museums as guests of all ages participated in this free event. “The Veil Between” was made possible through collaboration between the Murphy African-American Museum, Historic Tuscaloosa, the Siriraj Museum, and the Museum of Cultural Anthropology at Mahidol University in Bangkok, Thailand. Admission was free, though visitors generously contributed donations to help preserve these historic homes and support future educational programming. Historic Tuscaloosa extends its heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended and helped make Haunting Tuscaloosa a night to remember. The Gorgas House Museum, located at 810 Capstone Drive on The University of Alabama campus, and the Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion, located at 1305 Greensboro Avenue, provided the perfect historic backdrops for an evening celebrating Tuscaloosa’s layered past and shared heritage.

Historic Tuscaloosa Catering Vendor Agreement - Effective as of December 2025. Thank you for your interest in working with Historic Tuscaloosa at one of our beautiful historic venues. As of December 2025, Historic Tuscaloosa has adopted a new catering program for the following venues: The Old Tavern, The Battle-Friedman House and The Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion Effective as of December 2025 Thank you for your interest in working with Historic Tuscaloosa at one of our beautiful historic venues. As of December 2025 , Historic Tuscaloosa has adopted a new catering program for the following venues: The Old Tavern The Battle-Friedman House The Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion All previous , current , and future caterers are required to complete the Catering Vendor Application and Catering Vendor Agreement included below. Once your completed application and agreement are received and approved, it will be submitted to the Executive Director for final signature. Upon approval, you will be added to our official Approved Catering List . If applying via email, please send the Vendor Application , Vendor Agreement , and proof of business license and insurance to info@historictuscaloosa.org Historic Tuscaloosa Catering Vendor Agreement Company name(Required) First name(Required) Last name(Required) Phone(Required) Email(Required) Address(Required) I hold a valid Tuscaloosa Business License . (Required) I maintain liability insurance with a minimum of $1,000,000 in coverage , listing the Tuscaloosa Historic Society as an additional insured . (Required) I am a current member of the Tuscaloosa Historic Society . (Required) I will attend an orientation with the Executive Director and Event Manager covering rules, regulations, and procedures. (Required) I will submit my invoice and remit the 15% commission (excluding tax and gratuity) within 30 days of the event . (Required) I understand that failure to remit commission will result in removal from the Preferred Partner List . (Required) I agree that only positive information about the Tuscaloosa Historic Society will be posted on my website and social media , and I expect the same in return. (Required) I agree that one social media post will be made after every event by both the Tuscaloosa Historic Society and the Preferred Partner . (Required) I have read and will adhere to the Vendor Policies found on Catering Vendor Agreement Page. Please fill out and submit below (Required) Upload Signed Catering Agreement Form Upload File I have read and will adhere to the Vendor Application Form. Please fill out and submit below (Required) Upload Signed Catering Application Form Upload File Next

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Tuscaloosa Cameo Guild Easter Egg Hunt 2023 took place Sunday April 2 2023 from 2-4 PM at the Battle-Friedman House and Gardens in Tuscaloosa Alabama. Tuscaloosa Cameo Guild 13th Annual Easter Egg Hunt 🐰 The Cameo Guild of Tuscaloosa and Historic Tuscaloosa proudly invited the community to visit this historic home on the afternoon of Sunday April 2, 2023. The goal for this event is to raise funds that will go toward a current project of the junior class’s choosing within Historic Tuscaloosa while providing a safe and fun environment for the young participants.

Historic Tuscaloosa operates and maintains five historical landmarks across the city of Tuscaloosa, The Murphy-Collins House, The McGuire-Strickland House, The Old Tavern, the Battle-Friedman House, and the Jemison-Van De Graaff Mansion. OUR PROPERTIES Historic Tuscaloosa operates and maintains five historical landmarks across the city of Tuscaloosa. We help to preserve the history of our city and county through using these structures as doorways into the past. We interact with the Tuscaloosa community and visiting tourists by using our structures to conduct daily tours, school field trips, and community projects. It is our goal that when guests enter a Historic Tuscaloosa structure, that they are transported by to its original time period, whether that is the 1820's of the Old Tavern, the 1860's of the Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion, or the early 1900's of the Murphy-Collins House. Choose a button below to learn more about our structures. Old Tavern Battle-Friedman House Murphy-Collins House Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion McGuire-Strickland House TAKE A TOUR Tours for three of our five structures are offered every Tuesday-Friday, and are $5/person/structure. The Old Tavern tour begins at 1:30pm on each of those days, followed by the Battle-Friedman House at 2:30pm, and then the Jemison-Van De Graaff Mansion at 3:30pm. The Murphy-Collins House, home of the Murphy African American Museum, is open for tours by appointment. The McGuire-Strickland House is only open for touring on special occasions as it houses the local Capitol School. Visit Us WHERE TO FIND US

Historic Tuscaloosa is a great place to make new friends and socialize in Tuscaloosa. As a society, we organize annual events of every kind for our members and local friends. From our annual Ramble weekend getaway to monthly lectures and charity drives, we have events for everyone. Events & Socials Historic Tuscaloosa is a great place to make new friends and socialize in Tuscaloosa. As a non-profit organization, we organize annual events of every kind for our members and local friends. From our annual Ramble weekend getaway to monthly lectures and charity drives, we have events for everyone. Click here to view the organization's calendar of events. Our beautiful historic structures are also available to rent out for private parties, weddings, and get-togethers. What kind of event information are you looking for? Historic Tuscaloosa Upcoming Events Property & Facility Rentals Calendar of Events What's the Occasion? Whether you're looking for a vintage or modern feel for your event, both seamlessly compliment the ornate architectural elements and period details of the homes Luncheons Meetings Launch Party Album Release Music Videos Dinner Parties Sorority Socials Baby Showers Holiday Parties Corporate Events Non-Profit Fundraisers Business Retreats Networking Events Weddings Rehearsal Dinners Wedding Reception Venue Elopements Engagement Parties Birthdays Anniversaries Hear What People Are Saying

Historic Tuscaloosa Lecture Series 2025 — 4 of 4 Topic: "Virginia Tunstall Clay – The Most Fascinating Woman in America" Speaker: John Allen Recorded: September 25, 2025 Topic: "Virginia Tunstall Clay – The Most Fascinating Woman in America" Speaker: John Allen Recorded: September 25, 2025 Lecture Series September 3 Play Video Lecture Series September 2 Play Video Lecture Series September Part 1 Play Video Virginia Tunstall Clay – The Most Fascinating Woman in America Watch Now Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Share Channel Info Close

Our dedicated team of experienced professionals are at the heart of what we do at Historic Tuscaloosa, utilizing their unique skills and passion to move the work of Historic Tuscaloosa forward. Without them, Historic Tuscaloosa would not be where it is today. Meet some of our team members below. Historic Tuscaloosa Staff Our dedicated team of experienced professionals are at the heart of what we do, utilizing their unique skills and passion to move the work of Historic Tuscaloosa forward. Without them, Historic Tuscaloosa would not be where it is today. Meet some of our team members below. Mission Statement and Objectives Mission Statement: Historic Tuscaloosa's mission is to develop an awareness and appreciation of the historical and cultural heritage of the Tuscaloosa community. Specific objectives of Historic Tuscaloosa include: Identify and preserving historic structures and sites Maintain an endangered structures list and seek preservation solutions for these structures Promote heritage education and awareness Maintain information files regarding the heritage of the community Promote heritage tourism Work with local governments and agencies to promote historic preservation Historic Tuscaloosa staff is currently maintaining the following structures: The Old Tavern Battle-Friedman House McGuire-Strickland House Murphy African-American Museum Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion Meet Our Team William Hawkins Executive Director Nikki McGillivray Office Manager Sarah-Katherine Helms Event & Digital Media Coordinator William Hawkins Executive Director Nikki McGillivray Office Manager Sarah-Katherine Helms Event & Digital Media Coordinator Historic Tuscaloosa Office Historic Tuscaloosa Main Office Ho urs: Office hours (basement floor of Jemison-Van de Graff Mansion) are 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. These hours are subje ct to change if decided by the Director and Board. In addition, hours will adapt when certain occasions arise, such as special events, public programs, and holidays. Historic Tuscaloosa Office