Alabama State Capitol

Jefferson Davis was sworn in as President of the Confederate States of America on Feb. 18, 1861. A star on the Capitol steps marks the inauguration.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Free
Hours
Open M-F 9-5, Sat. 9-4.
Address
600 Dexter Ave.
Phone
334-242-3935
Website
www.preserveala.org
Map
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