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The Battle-Friedman House is a historic wedding and event venue in Tuscaloosa. Operated & maintained by a non-profit preservation organization, Historic Tuscaloosa, the funds acquired from event rentals are returned to these aging structures. On this page, you will find micro-wedding packages and prices, wedding and event rental packages and prices, photography packages and prices, floorplans, pictures, recommended vendors list, FAQ, and event calendar. YOUR NEXT EVENT AT The BattleFriedman House Wedding Info Explore our pricing packages, amenities, and rental information for weddings at the Battle-Friedman House. Brochure Floorplans FAQ Contract Gallery Looking for a better idea of how the Battle-Friedman House's spaces will be exactly what you're looking for? View All Pictures Event Info Explore our pricing packages, amenities, and rental information for events at the Battle-Friedman House. Brochure Floorplans FAQ Contract Micro-Wedding Info As we continue the tradition of making unforgettable memories, we are excited to offer simple and affordable micro-wedding packages for couples on a small wedding budget in search of a wedding option in a beautiful location. Learn More Photo Shoot Info Inside the home during business hours (Tuesday-Friday 10-5) $50/hour after business hours $100/hour Outside/Grounds FREE PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO CONFIRM THAT THE FACILITY IS AVAILABLE CALL 205-758-2238 Click below to access the Tour Folder Please Note: This will open a PDF File View Tour Folder Here Name Phone Number Email Is this an event inquiry? * Required Yes No Venue Please choose a venue What's on your mind? Submit Thanks for submitting! Get in Touch

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About Us | Historic Tuscaloosa has been preserving and promoting Tuscaloosa County’s historic resources since 1966. A non-profit organization, the society's mission is to develop an awareness and appreciation of the historical and cultural heritage of our community. Our Organization Our Members Our History Our Properties Our Objectives Our Vision Since 1966, Historic Tuscaloosa has been preserving and promoting the county’s historic resources. As a non-profit, our mission is to build community appreciation for Tuscaloosa’s historical and cultural assets. We are proud to be recognized as one of the strongest preservation organizations in the Southeast. Our Objectives Historic Tuscaloosa’s specific goals include: Educating all citizens of the county about its heritage Collecting, organizing, and cataloging local historical information and materials Encouraging tourism through tours and pilgrimages Maintaining historical archives and informational files Promoting and participating in the identification and preservation of old homes, buildings, and historic sites throughout Tuscaloosa County Collaborating with local governments, schools, and organizations to advance preservation efforts Our Objectives Our Vision Our Vision Our vision is for the Tuscaloosa County community to understand and appreciate the irreplaceable value of historic buildings and places and their relevance to modern life and recognize the economic and cultural benefits of preservation. We envision communities where new development complements and reinforces thriving downtowns and our historic neighborhoods Our Members Our members are the heartbeat of Historic Tuscaloosa. They give their time and talents to help preserve the area’s history. Membership benefits include : Free tours of all Historic Tuscaloosa properties Free admission to lectures Exclusive access to member-only events, including annual home tours, fundraisers, private parties, and our yearly Ramble trip We’d love to welcome you as a member of Historic Tuscaloosa! Our Members Our Properties Historic Tuscaloosa operates and maintains five historic landmarks: Old Tavern Battle-Friedman House Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion Murphy-Collins House McGuire-Strickland House Our Properties Our History On March 24, 1966, in the auditorium of the Alabama Power Company on Broad Street, local citizens voted unanimously to incorporate the Tuscaloosa County Preservation Society—what we now know as Historic Tuscaloosa. The effort was initially formed to save the Old Tavern from demolition. After securing support and funds, the Tavern was relocated to Capitol Park in December 1966. This event marked the beginning of many preservation successes. In 1968, the Old Tavern was officially dedicated. That same year, the Society led restoration efforts for the Battle–Friedman House, now a fully restored and functioning historic site. Our History Meet The Faces of Our Organization Welcome to our organization! We are proud to introduce our dedicated team members who bring diverse talents and expertise to our mission. Each individual plays a vital role in driving our vision forward, and together, we strive to make a positive impact. Get to know the faces behind our success! Our Team See what it's all about..... Every event we organize is unique in its own way, and we’re happy to share some of the highlights from past fundraisers. Take a look at the gallery below to get a better idea of what you can expect at our upcoming event. View Support Our Mission Our mission is to develop an awareness and appreciation of the historical and cultural heritage of Tuscaloosa County. We are a non-profit that operates based on grants, gifts, and the support of our community. If you are unable to participate as a member but would like to support our cause, donations can be made at the link below. Donate Here

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Historic Tuscaloosa | Century Club Party | This exclusive annual event celebrates the members of Historic Tuscaloosa who hold a Century Club Level membership or higher. Century Club Party 2023 Share When: Thursday, April 20 2023 Where: Dearing-Swaim Home The Dearing-Swaim home has been available for drive-by tours only, making this a very rare and special opportunity to see the inside of this stunning 1835 Greek- Revival home. This event is for members of Historic Tuscaloosa who hold Century Club memberships or higher. A little information about the Dearing-Swaim home Built in 1835 when Tuscaloosa was Alabama’s state capital, the Dearing-Swaim Home pre-dates the Civil War and symbolizes the city’s position as a center for trade, agriculture, politics, and education (The Capstone was founded in 1831) during the antebellum period. The home was built by Alexander B. Dearing who moved his family from east Mississippi to Tuscaloosa. Dearing’s brother, James, had started a home a year earlier north of his brother’s estate which now is the University Club (James Dearing only lived 2 years at the residence because of problems with the noise and antics of UA students). The Dearing Home is considered the states most perfect Greek Revival Temple-style mansion. An architectural style popular at the time that took its cues from Greek temples with its iconic columns while keeping thoroughness and consistency throughout the building. The interior of the home is purely colonial with staterooms, wide plank floors, brick walls, the winding staircase, high frescoed ceilings, and a fireplace in every room. The materials to build the house were primarily sourced locally. The bricks were handmade using clay dug from Pitts near Cribbs Mill about one mile south of the home. The heart pine was sourced from nearby forests. It took 5 years to build the home. The original roof was composed of heart of pine shingles and was later replaced with the ”terne” metal roof, an alloy of tin and lead that has crimped along the edges to form a seam. The patio and landscape brick on the outside was done in later years and is composed of bricks from older homes in Tuscaloosa that were torn down. Carrie Fitts has put her touch to the home which includes repairs to the plaster and soffits, landscaping and renovation of the kitchen and downstairs bathrooms. Working with local designer, Matt Clinton, she has chosen wallpaper and paint schemes that highlight the homes, architectural features. In the ballroom, the wall covering features peacocks as a nod to the famous outside topiaries on the front lawn. Carrie is passionate about showcasing Tuscaloosa’s quality of life and hospitality of its citizens…. especially as more and more people discover the beauty of The Queen City. Her renovation of the Dearing-Swaim home is a commitment to keeping her community in the forefront of her business and sharing its beauty and splendor. She looks forward to restoring the livelihood and activity these grounds and home have known for more than 185 years.

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Historic Tuscaloosa's annual Holiday Open House featured five Historic Tuscaloosa properties. Guests took a stroll through history, celebrating the traditions of the season and enjoyed the ambiance in these beautiful historic structures 🎀🎄 Holiday Open House 2022 Historic Tuscaloosa's annual Holiday Open House featured five Historic Tuscaloosa properties, Sunday, December 4. Guests took a stroll through history, celebrating the traditions of the season and enjoyed the ambiance in these beautiful historic structures 🎀🎄

77e8d27f-dd39-4070-958a-489614884094 In the News... We work hard to get our efforts noticed by the media and are so proud when this goal comes to fruition. Take a look at some of our latest coverage and help spread the word about all the amazing developments at Historic Tuscaloosa!!