Historical Markers
The commission began a historical marker program in 1975 to inform the public about significant buildings, sites, structures, objects, cemeteries, and districts in the state. Individuals or organizations requesting a marker must have available funds to purchase it since the state provides no funds. In order for an individual or organization to receive a marker from the commission a property must be:
- listed individually in the National Register of Historic Places or the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage.
- or be a contributing resource in a listed National Register or Alabama Register historic district
- or be listed in the Alabama Historic Cemetery Register.
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