Historic Decatur Christmas Tour

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2011 * 3:00 to 8:00 PM

The Old State Bank
925 Bank Street, NE

The Old State Bank remains at its original site from when it first opened in 1833. The two story structure sports Federal Empire period architecture which was popular in the 1830's. Unique features of the Old State Bank include a first floor banking lobby complete with its original walk-in vault, and a replica of its teller's cage.

This area is being developed to focus on banking in Alabama through a "Museum of Alabama Banking History." The second floor apartment is furnished to reflect the period 1833-1845 and the life of Washington Keyes, the Bank's first cashier and occupant of the apartment. Additional site features include a detached kitchen and period herb garden at the rear of the building; a "Pedestrian Mall" with fountains, at the front of the building; and a two-acre "Founders Park" in front of the site. Read more about the State Bank building.

The Old State Bank

3:00 - 8:00 PM
First United Methodist Church
Fellowship Hall
305 Canal Street, NE
"A Collection of Nativities"
Courtesy of the First United Methodist Women

Food table decor courtesy of Townhouse Galleries

Refreshments

First Presbyterian & Westminster Presbyterian Churches
Carillon Christmas Music

Homes on tour (see map)

First Baptist Church
123 Church Street, NE
Music ministry presentations will include Brass Choir, Handbell Choir & other vocal and instrumental ensembles
A guided, narrated tour of the 111 year old Stephenson Chapel will be accentuated by beautiful décor and music of the Christmas season.

4:00 - 5:00 PM
First Presbyterian Church
701 Oak Street, N.E.
“Jazzin’ the Season”
Trish Brown with Keith Taylor

4:00 - 8:00 PM
Carriage Rides - $10 each
Departing from the Carnegie Visual Arts Center or
Delano Park Tennis Courts
(weather permitting)