The Old Tavern Museum is housed within the city’s historic tavern building, constructed in 1827 by innkeeper William Dunton. Throughout its operation, the building housed state legislators and Confederate soldiers and temporarily served as the home of Governor John Gayle. Today, the tavern is one of the few 19th-century inns and taverns that remain standing in the state, showcasing the structure’s beautiful early Southern architecture. It has been restored by the Tuscaloosa County Preservation Society and converted into a museum that showcases the region’s early history. Original antique furnishings and memorabilia from the city’s Capital period are also displayed throughout the museum.

500 28th Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, Phone: 205-752-1998

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