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Rooster Hall - Demopolis, Alabama
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Posted by:  SecurB
N 32° 31.092 W 087° 50.265
16S E 421317 N 3598185
Building on the Demopolis Public Square which has served many purposes during its history.
Waymark Code: WM7NZN
Location: Alabama, United States
Date Posted: 11/15/2009
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The building was built in 1843 to serve as the Presbyterian Church. It served in that role until then end of the Civil War. At that time it was confiscated by federal troops as their headquarters and also served as the Marengo County Courthouse. It served as the county courthouse through Reconstruction. The county seat returned to Linden in 1869 and the building was purchased by the City of Demopolis from the Presbyterian church. In 1876 the city leased the building to the Demopolis Opera Association. The Association rehabilitated the building for live performances and public speaking events. The Opera House featured mostly local talent but also featured talents from New York and New Orleans for special performances. The Opera House closed its doors in 1902. The building then served as city hall and then as the Demopolis fire hall. It has recently been renovated and is a public meeting place for the City of Demopolis.
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