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Posted in Alabama History August 10, 2017 by Jennifer Young

Here Are The Oldest Photos Ever Taken In Alabama And They’re Incredible

Viewing historic photos is a great way to step back in time. Thankfully, many photos taken in Alabama during the 1800s and early 1900s have been preserved, which makes them easily accessible for viewing today. Listed below are 12 of the oldest photos ever taken Alabama. They’ll give you a quick glimpse of the state’s past.

1. In this shot, cotton is being brought to market in Montgomery, Alabama - 1900.

2. A view of the University of Alabama Quad in 1859. All buildings were destroyed by the Union Army in 1865.

3. Old Main Building on South College Street in Auburn, Alabama - 1883.

4. Mayor A.O. Lane's mansion in Birmingham, Alabama - 1887.

5. An incredible shot of Fort Morgan at Mobile Bay in 1864.

6. A shot of downtown Montgomery after the Alabama River flooded in 1886.

7. The presidential party on a train between the cities of Decatur and Tuscumbia in 1901.

8. A view of Dauphin Street in Mobile, Alabama - 1901.

9. The inauguration of Jefferson Davis in Montgomery, Alabama on February 18, 1861.

10. A view of Second Avenue looking east in Birmingham, Alabama - 1906.

11. Damage from "The Great Cyclone" in Albertville, Alabama - 1908.

12. A fantastic view of Dexter Avenue and the Capitol building in Montgomery, Alabama - 1906.

What do you think about these historic photos? Do any of these locations look familiar? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

For more interesting photos of Alabama’s past, take a look at these rare photos taken during the Great Depression. They’ll amaze you!

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Jennifer is the Alabama staff writer for Only In Your State. She enjoys discovering new places and currently calls North Alabama home.