Listing Category: Uniquely Local

  • Battle-Friedman House

    Battle-Friedman House

    The Battle-Friedman House was built about 1835 by Alfred Battle, a North Carolina native who had come to Tuscaloosa in 1821. The house and its outbuildings occupied the entire city block. Originally, the house consisted of the two front parlours, central hallway and the rooms above. The columned porch and the rooms at the back…

  • Ajian Sushi

    Ajian Sushi

    Ajian Sushi is a sushi restaurant located near downtown Tuscaloosa that was opened by former Alabama quarterback, AJ McCarron. Ajian offers a variety sushi and suhi rolls, including a “Maki Tide” which is a signature sushi roll created by Ajian.

  • The University of Alabama

    The University of Alabama

    About the University Founded in 1831 as the state’s first public college, The University of Alabama is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and service. We provide a creative, nurturing campus environment where our students can become the best individuals possible, learn from the best and brightest faculty, and make a positive difference in the…

  • Alabama Museum of Natural History

    Alabama Museum of Natural History

    For more than 150 years, the Alabama Museum of Natural History has celebrated Alabama’s natural history and beauty through exhibitions, collections and quality programs of teaching, research, and service. EXPLORE Alabama with remarkable exhibitions and specimen collections detailing Alabama’s natural history and ancient past. ADVENTURE out and experience Alabama’s natural history and its beautiful rivers…

  • Alcove Tavern

    Alcove Tavern

    Alcove is the first smoke-free bar establishment in Tuscaloosa. Patrons can enjoy clean refreshing air inside, and smoking is permitted outside on either our front or back patio areas.