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The Noble House was built by banker and real estate investor B.F. Noble in 1850, when the area north of Madison Avenue was an upscale neighborhood home to Montgomery's elite. By the 1940s the area had become more commercial and the building underwent drastic modifications to accommodate a tire and automotive business. Acquired by the Landmarks Foundation in 1998 and assisted by Community Block Grants and private individuals, restoration began six years ago, working from a faded black and white photograph of a 19th century painting of the structure.
The Noble House reopened in fall 2009. The original floorplan, woodwork and decorative finishes have been recreated. The stately building includes eight office suites, many with decorative fireplaces and mantles, with newly added modern amenities—a kitchen, restroom and workspace. A grand staircase leads to the upper level, where visitors will find half of the building's offices and a lovely central balcony. The Noble House now emerges as major contributor to the streetscape of Old Alabama Town and the Riverfront revitalization efforts.Did You Know?
On the evening of April 2, 1825, the famous French hero Marquis de Lafayette stopped for food, drink and a night's rest at Lucas Tavern. The historically preserved structure is available for viewing daily at Old Alabama Town.
Famous Alabamians
Birmingham native Emmylou Harris is a legendary singer-songwriter. The multi-Grammy Award winner has been named to VH1's list of 100 Most Influential Women in Rock and Roll and CMT's 40 Greatest Women of Country Music. In 2010, she is reorganizing the iconic music festival of the 1990s, Lilith Fair.This Month in Alabama History
On July 27, 1863, William Lowndes Yancey died at the age of 48. The main author of Alabama's ordinance of secession, which removed Alabama from the Union, he was one of the leading "fire-eaters" who influenced southern states to secede. His former home is on site at Old Alabama Town.
