Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission

Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission The Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission protects the character of three of Huntsville's historic districts. The Commission consists of nine members.

Huntsville’s historic resources make an important contribution to the city’s character, economy and quality of life. The purpose of the Commission is to ensure that those resources are preserved for the future. As property owners and members of the community themselves, commission members recognize their responsibility to promote the commission’s purpose through a cooperative and reasonable approa

ch to working with applicants and the owners of the city’s historic resource. Through their efforts, the Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission has proven highly successful in maintaining and enhancing both the character and value of the designated historic neighborhoods since 1972. The Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission was created by ordinance No. 72-47.adopted March 23, 1972.

05/28/2026

Dig into Huntsville's deep Indigenous history and the ongoing work to preserve it. This story reaches far beyond what we see today, shaped by cultural landscapes and archeological research.

The research and efforts connect us not only to the past, but to the living Indigenous communities whose heritage plays a major role in Huntsville's identity.

🔍 Learn more about these roots and the renewed focus on Indigenous preservation in our city: https://bit.ly/4nYkFUP

05/19/2026

As part of the ongoing recognition of Historic Preservation Month, we are spotlighting places of deep cultural importance to Indigenous tribes who lived in the area 250 years ago, including the Big Spring.

Preservation Planner Katie Stamps sits down with Patrick Penn of the Cherokee Tribe of Northeast Alabama to tell the fuller story of how the spring supported Indigenous life and continues to be a spiritual landscape today.

Make plans to attend the panel discussion, Telling the Full Story of America: Celebrating Indigenous stories and places in Huntsville, this Thursday, May 21, 5:30-7 p.m. on the 6th floor at Huntsville City Hall. Together, we can learn more about land stewardship, oral traditions and modern Indigenous identity and history in Huntsville.

RSVP for the panel event: https://bit.ly/4nDhLES

Gorgeous weather and great music on perfect porches gave us another outstanding PorchFest Five Points this weekend. It w...
05/04/2026

Gorgeous weather and great music on perfect porches gave us another outstanding PorchFest Five Points this weekend. It was the best way to kickoff Historic Preservation Month and enjoy one of Huntsville’s best neighborhoods. We had a blast and hope you did too! ⭐️🎸

05/01/2026

Ready for one of our favorite spring events? Join us for Porchfest Five Points this weekend! Porches along Pratt Avenue will host local musicians from Huntsville, Nashville and the Shoals for a unique evening of live performances. Bring a blanket, chair and cooler to enjoy the show.

Let's get into Historic Preservation Month and celebrate the heart and history of Five Points together. See you on the porches! 👋

Read about more events for Historic Preservation Month: https://bit.ly/4u1JXUp

04/30/2026

This May, we're highlighting the Indigenous history of our region and the sacred places that have held significance for centuries.

This year's national theme is, "Telling the Full Story of America," and we're focusing on the cultural perspectives shared by today's Indigenous communities. The places of longstanding importance to Indigenous tribes and the stories they hold help us understand Huntsville's earliest history in a more accurate, inclusive way.

Join us throughout the month as we learn, listen and honor the history that continues to shape the places we care for.

Find out what's to come for Historic Preservation Month: https://bit.ly/4u1JXUp

Join City Preservation Planner Katie Stamps for a free guided walking tour of the Twickenham Historic District tomorrow,...
04/04/2026

Join City Preservation Planner Katie Stamps for a free guided walking tour of the Twickenham Historic District tomorrow, April 4 @ 10am. Sponsored by the Huntsville-Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau, this is the first of four historic walking tours in April. The tour departs from Alabama Constitution Park on Gates Avenue and lasts approximately 1.5 hrs. No tickets or reservation required. We hope to see you there!

03/31/2026

Dive into the charm of Huntsville's Italianate architecture! Ornate brackets, tall and narrow windows, elegant cupolas are just a few elements of this style that add timeless character to our historic districts and even downtown businesses.

👉 Learn more about our historic districts: https://bit.ly/4c6sK61

Video description: The video shows Italianate homes and downtown buildings in Huntsville. The narrator highlights key features such as wide eaves, decorative brackets and tall arched windows. The Pleasants House appears with its mansard roof, paired brackets and ornate porch details. Scenes of downtown Huntsville show Italianate commercial buildings with flat roofs, large storefront windows and detailed cornices. The video ends with views of Old Town and an invitation to explore more of Huntsville’s historic architecture.

Discover the details behind one of Huntsville’s most distinctive historic styles: Gothic Revival. See how pointed arches...
03/24/2026

Discover the details behind one of Huntsville’s most distinctive historic styles: Gothic Revival. See how pointed arches, steep gables and other hallmark features shaped this romantic architectural movement in our city.

🏛️ Take a closer look at where these elements appear in Huntsville and what makes the style so unique: https://bit.ly/3PdGvGH

03/20/2026

Discover the timeless charm of Huntsville's Gothic Revival treasures. From pointed arches and steep gables to unusual structure, this dramatic design style left a lasting imprint on our city's 19th century landscape.

Get more on our historic districts: https://bit.ly/4c6sK61

Curious about the architectural roots that shaped Huntsville’s earliest neighborhoods? Take a closer look at the styles ...
03/03/2026

Curious about the architectural roots that shaped Huntsville’s earliest neighborhoods? Take a closer look at the styles that defined our city’s foundation in our new series on historic Huntsville architecture.

This installment explores Federal Style and Greek Revival design — two influences still visible in homes and landmarks across our community today.

Discover the history behind these classic styles and learn how they continue to contribute to Huntsville’s character: https://bit.ly/4aUTmon

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320 Fountain Cir SW
Huntsville, AL
35801

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