Trussville, Alabama, a city nestled within the rolling hills of Jefferson and St. Clair counties, boasts a rich tapestry of history that mirrors the growth and development of the American South. From its early beginnings, Trussville has evolved through the centuries into the vibrant and thriving city it is today. The Trussville History Museum at Heritage Hall stands as a testament to this storied past, offering visitors a glimpse into the life and times of the area’s earliest settlers and the progression through industrialization and beyond.
Heritage Hall, once the Cahaba Homestead Village community center, is itself a piece of living history. Constructed in the 1930s as part of President Roosevelt's New Deal, the building is a relic of an era that fundamentally reshaped the American landscape. Now, as the heart of the Trussville History Museum, it houses a collection of artifacts that eloquently speak to the city's journey through time.
Perhaps most compelling are the personal stories captured within the museum's walls. Photographs, letters, and personal belongings of Trussville's residents provide an intimate portrait of daily life throughout the decades. These exhibits breathe life into the city's history, conveying the joys, sorrows, and everyday realities of the people who built the community from the ground up. The Trussville History Museum at Heritage Hall is more than just a building; it's a carefully curated collection of memories, milestones, and milestones that continue to shape the identity of Trussville. For residents and visitors alike, the museum offers a place to connect with the past, understand the present, and imagine the future of this dynamic Southern city.
HISTORICAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Jane Alexander - Jennifer Bain - Raymond Foushee
Dianne Dempsey - Karen Davis - Sandra Turner
Gary Lloyd - Council Liaison: Jaime Anderson
HOURS/DAYS OF OPERATION
January 11th
February 8th
March 8th
April 12th
May 10th
June 10th
July 11th
August 9th
September 13th
October 11th
November 8th
December 13th
10AM - 2PM