Program for the Dedication of the Old Tavern, 1968

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Title

Program for the Dedication of the Old Tavern, 1968

Subject

Taverns (Inns)
Tuscaloosa County Preservation Society
Historical markers--Tuscaloosa (AL)

Description

This program marks the official opening of the Old Tavern after its move from University Boulevard to 28th Avenue near Capitol Park in Tuscaloosa and the dedication of an Alabama historical marker placed at the site.

The Old Tavern was originally located on the north side of University Boulevard between Lurleen Wallace North and South (Broad Street between 25th Avenue and 26th Avenue). It was built in 1827 by William Dunton, a hotel proprietor. Many state legislators, state officials, lobbyists and others stayed in the hotel due to its convenient location to the State Capitol. Governor John Gayle (1831-1835) lived in the tavern. Gayle found the hotel residence convenient since his family lived in Greensboro.

In 1964, the Old Tavern was deeded to the Tuscaloosa County Preservation Society with the provision that it be moved to another site.

Creator

Tuscaloosa County Preservation Society

Source

Personal Collection of Victor Morris Friedman

Publisher

Tuscaloosa County Preservation Society

Date

October 13, 1968

Contributor

Betty Slowe (Description)

Type

Document

Identifier

215

Coverage

Tuscaloosa (AL)