Rogers Hall

Rogers Hall is a three-story brick structure at 500 Court Street featuring symmetrical columns and tall windows in Greek Revival style. The facade displays classical proportions with a prominent portico and reflects the formal design principles popular during the 1800s.

Built between 1854 and 1855 for George Washington Foster, the structure served as temporary housing for both Union and Confederate officers during the Civil War. Its hilltop location made it a significant place during that turbulent period.

Originally named Courtview, the building reflects how wealthy southern planters chose to build their homes before the Civil War. The interior spaces still show the elegance of that era through high ceilings and decorative details.

The building sits at the highest point in Florence and is now part of the University of North Alabama campus. Visitors should know the site remains active for educational purposes and may have limited access during certain times.

The building required special permission from the Alabama Legislature because its location could have blocked a main street in town. This rare approval shows how debated the house placement was at the time.