Jemison-Van de Graff Mansion can let you get a peek into various facets of Southern history, be it furniture, or architecture that dates back to the 19th century. You can tour around this place and learn more about the history of the mansion or you can simply relax in the porch area here. This mansion is also available on rent for specific events.
The Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion is a historic house in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States. The structure remained a private residence until 1955, when it served first as a library, then publishing house offices, and lastly as a historic house museum. The mansion was added to National Register of Historic Places on April 19, 1972, due to its architectural significance.HistoryThe 26-room...
The Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion (constructed 1859-1862) was one of the last and most elaborate great houses to be built in Alabama before the state’s economy was devastated by the Civil War. The builder, wealthy planter and business man , Robert Jemison, Jr., spared no expense to create a “state of the art” home for his family. The Italianate style house was designed by Philadelphia architect...