The Capitol Ruins are located in Tuscaloosa's Capitol Park. In 1923 fire destroyed the old Alabama capitol in Tuscaloosa. All that was left were sections of the walls and broken columns. To create a dramatic backdrop for presentations, plays, weddings, and other events, a portion of the curved lower wall of the rotunda was recreated in the center of the building. Throughout the park numerous bronze plaques interpret the architectural and historic significance of the building. Visitors can walk through the re-created "ruin" and get a strong sense of the scale and substance of a once-great Alabama Capitol. This unframed 11" x 14" oil painting, priced at $650, is available for purchase from the artist, Tommy Thompson (contact: tommy@tommythompsonart.com or by calling 256-710-3730 or 256-767-0422)
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