THEN & NOW
SHARING LANDMARKS THAT SHAPED OUR COMMUNITY
Lee County Courthouse
The Lee County Courthouse is one of the places that define downtown Opelika. Built in 1896 to replace an old frame structure, this neoclassical revival masterpiece is considered the most historically and architecturally significant building in our historic district. From the laying of its cornerstone in October 1896 to its multi-million dollar renovation, this working courthouse has stood as a guardian of our local history for over a century. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it remains a stunning example of the craftsmanship and civic pride that built our town.
Bobby J. Freeman Railroad Depot
The Lee County Courthouse is one of the places that define downtown Opelika. Built in 1896 to replace an old frame structure, this neoclassical revival masterpiece is considered the most historically and architecturally significant building in our historic district. From the laying of its cornerstone in October 1896 to its multi-million dollar renovation, this working courthouse has stood as a guardian of our local history for over a century. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it remains a stunning example of the craftsmanship and civic pride that built our town.