The Bragg-Mitchell Mansion in Mobile, Alabama is a historic home that offers tours along with being a gorgeous wedding venue.
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Bragg-Mitchell Mansion
The tour of the Bragg-Mitchel Mansion takes about an hour and is led by a fantastic host/hostess. They take you through the historic home pointing out unique architectural details, furniture that has lasted through multiple hurricanes, and tell you about the history of the home.
I found the tour to be really interesting. I learned a lot about not only the houses history but also this part of Mobile, Alabama.
The law library office was amazing. So cool to hear that lawyers still visit the museum to look at the books that are in the library.
The Bragg-Mitchel Mansion was built in 1855 by Judge John Bragg. The mansion is a 13,000 square foot Greek revival home.
The mansion is located in the heart of Mobile's Oakleigh Garden District. The Azaleas are absolutely gorgeous in the spring. Don't miss checking out the gorgeous live oaks that line the front yard. You can see how historically, carriages would have traveled past the house.
Judge Bragg and his family lived in the house from Thanksgiving through Mardi Gras to enjoy Mobile's social season. The Bragg family owned the house until 1880.
The house went through multiple owners until 1965. The final private owners of the mansion were the A.S. Mitchell family, who purchased the property in 1931. The family originally donated the Bragg-Mitchell Mansion to become an interactive science museum.
The museum was built elsewhere, and they instead focused on renovating the museum to its antebellum grandeur. After the $3 million dollar renovation the mansion reopened to the public in 1987.
During the tour you can hear about the house and how it was used during the Civil War.
The Bragg-Mitchell mansion was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
Why you will love Bragg-Mitchell Mansion
- Mobile historic home tours
- One of the most photographed buildings in Mobile
- Gorgeous Azaleas in the spring
- Great history tour for locals and visitors
- Rare glimpse of life in the Old South
- Greek Revival Architecture
The Bragg-Mitchel Museum is available as an event center for Wedding ceremony and reception, cocktail parties & dinners, luncheons, private event, and more. The double parlors of the mansion can be used for indoor ceremonies up to 140 guests.
Things to know when planning a visit to Bragg-Mitchell Mansion
Address - 1906 Springhill Ave, Mobile, AL 36607
Phone - 251-471-6364
Hours - Tours are offered Tuesday through Friday at 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, and the final tour at 3 pm.
Photography is not allowed during the tour. I was able to take a quick selfie with permission near the front door.
Accessibility - There are stairs on the tour to the 2nd floor.
Plus Size Seating - There is no seating available during the tour
Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual
Pets - Pets are not allowed in the buiding
Parking - There is parking near the main entrance to the historic house.
Mobile Restaurants and Attractions nearby
There are additional historic Mobile mansions and houses nearby that offer tours, including Conde-Charlotte House, Oakleigh Mansion, and Richards D.A.R. House.
Colonial Fort Conde - great historic fort reconstruction in historic Downtown Mobile.
Mobile History Museum - Learn about the history of Mobile in this really great museum.
Mobile Mardi Gras Weekend Getaway - Great weekend itinerary perfect for checking out the parades, great food, and so much more.
Mobile Tours
3 Day Mobile City Attraction Pass - Visit some of the top attractions in Mobile with this great attraction pass. Find out more here
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park - pre-purchase your entrance tickets to the USS Alabama here
Downtown Mobile Food Tour- Join an amazing food tour of Mobile's LoDa neighborhood with stops at some truly fantastic local restaurants. Book your tour here
Mobile Ghost Tour - An expert local guide will take you through the historic district of Mobile learning about the spine-chilling stories of spirits and the cities past. Book your tour here
Mobile Smartphone guided walking tour - Learn more about the historic of Mobile and the iconic attractions of downtown Mobile from this great walking tour app you can do at your own pace. Download the tour here
Mobile Hotels and Lodging
If you are visiting and need to book accommodations, here are our recommendations.
The Battle House Hotel - The historic Battle House Hotel offer luxurious comfort in the heart of Downtown Mobile. Book your hotel stay here
Renaissance Mobile Riverview - Gorgeous hotel with views of the Mobile River and downtown. Book your stay here
Fort Conde Inn - Great luxury boutique hotel located close to the Mobile cruise terminal and Fort Conde historic area. Book your hotel stay here
The Admiral - Located in Downtown Mobile's historic district the Admiral is gorgeous! Filled with art, an epic steakhouse and, gorgeous rooms. Book your stay here.
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