Ninety years after its last use, Alabama’s first capitol building is now open for visitors. The Alabama Historical Commission and The University of Alabama are hosting an “Artifact Day” at Old Cahawba tomorrow. The event will allow the public to work alongside professional researchers to learn more about the site of Alabama’s first state house. Site Director Linda Derry says when the capitol building was uncovered, Alabamians deserved a chance to learn from it.
“Like when we knew we were on the verge of discovering the walls of the state house, we asked that it be opened up so people could come and be part of that, and so this is a follow up so they can come back or new people can come and be involved.”
The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free to those who preregister.