Belle Mont Mansion

06/03/2026

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Belle Mont in Tuscumbia is one of Alabama's most remarkable historic homes and one of the finest examples of Jeffersonian architecture in the South. Built in the early 1800s, the house stands as a reminder of Alabama's territorial days before statehood was fully established.

Unlike many historic homes, Belle Mont has a design heavily influenced by the ideas of Thomas Jefferson, making it unique among Alabama landmarks. Visitors today can tour the beautifully restored structure and learn about the families who lived there during some of the state's earliest years.

Walking the grounds feels like stepping into a different era. The architecture, history, and preservation efforts combine to create one of Alabama's most overlooked historic treasures.

For history lovers, Belle Mont offers a fascinating glimpse into Alabama's earliest chapters.

05/31/2026

Come see us on Friday for “Happy Birthday, America” with Helen Keller Public Library! ⭐️

We will have free kid centered tours available after!

Summer Reading programs begin this week!
🍼Baby & Me, Monday at 10:30 am🍼
🍿Zootopia 2 (PG), Monday at 2:00 pm🍿
📚Little Learners, Tuesday at 10:30 am📚
🧸Book Buddies, Wednesday at 3:00 pm🧸
🎒Teens, Thursday at 3:00 pm🎒
⭐Happy Birthday, America, Friday at 11:00 am at Belle Mont Mansion ⭐
📖Saturday Stories, Saturday at 11:00 a.m.📖

05/30/2026

Happy (belated) birthday, Patrick Henry!🥳

May 29th marked Patrick Henry's 290th birthday. "Parson's Cause" by George Cooke, shown below, depicts a young lawyer Patrick Henry arguing in a Virginia court case over Anglican ministers' salaries. This legal dispute served as a precursor to the American Revolution. If you look closely, you might even spot Henry's uncle, William O. Winston!

Don't miss your chance to learn all about this Founding Father and hear his famous speech NEXT SATURDAY, June 6th at 2:00, at Belle Mont!

Tickets are $6.00 per person and can be purchased at the door. Guided tours of Belle Mont will be available after the program.

"Parson's Cause" is owned by the Virginia Museum of History & Culture.

"Give Me Liberty Or Give Me Death": The Life & Legacy of Patrick Henry

05/29/2026

Meet Hannah!

Hannah is our Summer 2026 intern! She is currently a senior at the University of North Alabama, studying Mass Communications with a concentration in Public Relations. Hannah will graduate in July 2026.

This summer she will be helping us with our quarterly newsletter, social media, photography, and more!

She is thrilled to be a part of this team and community and we are so excited to work with her!

If you see her around Belle Mont, make sure to say hi!👋

P.S. It's not to late to sign up for our Being at Belle Mont newsletter! Follow the like below to join.👇

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05/20/2026

Happy World Bee Day! 🍯🐝

Bees have been on site at Belle Mont for over 200 years! We are so thankful to our beekeepers, Fred & Linda Joly, for taking care of these important pollinators and keeping this rich aspect of Belle Mont's histroy alive!

To learn more about Belle Mont's bees, and to buy some of their delicious honey, stop by Belle Mont today!

05/15/2026

We are only 22 days away from our Patrick Henry Program on June 6th!

Join us to learn all about this Founding Father, his connection to Belle Mont, his role in the founding of the country, and to hear his famous "Give Me Liberty Or Give Me Death" - done by a Patrick Henry interpreter!

Tours of Belle Mont Mansion will be available after the program. Tickets are $6.00 per person.

Please call 256-381-5052 or email [email protected] with any questions.

"Give Me Liberty Or Give Me Death": The Life & Legacy of Patrick Henry

05/10/2026

If you attended our 2026 Belle Mont Celtic Fest, please fill out the Belle Mont Celtic Fest Survey linked below.

These reviews will be used to make the 2027 Belle Mont Celtic Fest bigger and better than ever!

One lucky winner will win 2 tickets to the 2027 Belle Mont Celtic Fest!🍀

https://forms.gle/P1HnwgKcJmUt8n7EA

05/09/2026

Today! ☘️

Belle Mont’s Celtic Festival is today! 🎉

The mansion’s connection to Celtic culture comes from its original builder, Alexander Williams Mitchell, who was of Scottish heritage. This link is celebrated each May at the Belle Mont Celtic Fest, an outdoor event held on the mansion’s lawn. Launched in 2022, the festival features world-class musicians from Scotland and Ireland, demonstrations of traditional Celtic skills, arts and crafts, food vendors, Highland cows, and Celtic-themed merchandise.

Belle Mont Mansion offers more than Federal-style architecture—it preserves a meaningful thread connecting the American South to ancient Celtic traditions. Many early settlers of the Tennessee Valley were Scots-Irish or Celtic, bringing with them craftsmanship, stonework, storytelling, and a strong respect for heritage.

05/08/2026

See you Saturday! ☘️🇮🇪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

05/05/2026

We are so excited for Summer Reading!💙📚

Our Summer Reading Program would not be possible without our amazing sponsors and partners! Thank you for supporting the library and our mission to keep kids learning during the summer!