Weeden House Museum and Garden

Photographed a wedding here in October, and absolutely loved it! The Weeden House is a beautiful historical home, perfect for a backyard wedding under the pecan trees. It gets gorgeous light in the evening, is close to downtown for photos around Huntsville, and is one of those rare venues that has equally nice getting ready suites for both the bride and the groom. Parking is limited, so be aware of that as you make your preparations!

Sarah Mismash Photography
Huntsville, AL Wedding Photographer

The historic home set within Huntsville oldest, beautiful neighborhood is worth a visit. Its most famous owner was one Howard Weeden who is most noted for her sensitive and impressive portraits of African Americans.
The furnishings are not original, but there are some lovely antiques to admire. The tour guide's presentation could be a bit more sophisticated when speaking to adults, but don't let that stop you from stopping here for a tour. Note: Visitors must be able to climb stairs.

Gina James was amazing. My husband and I had the best time on our Weeden House tour. Gina was extremely knowledgeable, entertaining, and interacted with us, which we thought was great. Aside from our great tour guide, this home and its history is just fascinating. I highly recommend a tour.

This is my favorite history tour in Huntsville. It combines history and art. The antebellum house is a gem of interesting preserved features that make you feel like you're stepping back in time. It was also fascinating to see the art and hear about the life of a forgotten Alabama female artist. I would say more, but I don't want to spoil the fun of finding out about her subjects and how she worked.
Historian Gina led our tour with such enthusiasm, humor, and knowledge that we were sad it couldn't have lasted longer.
I highly recommend this tour.

The Howard Weeden house is one of the many homes in the Twickenham Historic District in Huntsville, ALABAMA.

Great tour and interesting history of one of Huntsville's acclaimed artists. Tours available at 11am and 1pm.

This tour with Gina was outstanding! We were fortunate to visit without other people and had an amazing "private" tour. There are no details that were missed. Seeing the detail of Howard Weeden's work up close was awe inspiring. Note that tours run at 10 am and 1 pm. The house is not open otherwise.

I found this wonderful home and tour online. I had no idea what a gem this was. Gina James was wonderful, informative, and so much fun to listen to. She brought us closer to the home and especially to Maria Howard Weeden and her talents with the stories. I highly, highly recommend this tour.

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A fascinating look into the life of this artist by touring the home where she was born and died. Tour guide is extremely knowledgeable. Highly recommend if you are in Huntsville.

Beautiful home with rich history. We had a birthday tea here. Staff very accommodating and helpful!

Not only is the Weeden House beautiful and full of history, but it also is such a wonderful event space. I’ve been to weddings here throughout the years, and every single one has been so lovely and memorable. I recently reached out to Weeden House about potentially renting the venue for an event, and Gina was so kind and helpful! Highly recommend!

Places to visit in Huntsville, AL? The Weeden House for sure belongs to be in the top 5. Overview of the history what starts with the fact that the house was built the same year,1819, when Alabama became a State. The house was the home of the painter & poet Maria Howard Weeden. Her painting are amazing. Hard to believe what she was able to do with tiny number of hairs as a brush. Unbelievable precise portraits of African American ordinary residence of Huntsville at that time leave you impresion that they like to communicate with you.
Thank you Gina who provide to us a wonderful full hour tour. Your enthusiasm was visible and we left the Museum with the impression that we fulfill our goal to learn more about American history and history of Huntsville.

Our tour guide gave great details to the house history and was really great in answering any questions we had.

Great tour and learning experience. Limited tours available. Take the tour if you can fit it into your schedule. Informative, a delight for someone interested in the life and times of the 19th century Huntsville/Alabama life. Museum curator is a fount of interesting facts and information.

If you are in Huntsville, go visit the Weeden House! It is such a beautiful home, rich with history! Gina is such an amazing tour guide! I highly recommend you come visit and let her tell you the story of the Weeden House.

Mom and I had the best time learning about Huntsville and this historical home. We have done many similar tours when we travel and the guide at Weeden House is easily the best we’ve ever had. Go on this tour!!

oh my gosh this place is a gem! if youblike history please do yourself a favor and visit this beautifully preserved historical home. the curator is ironically southern and gave the best tour. engaged with those taking the tour and answered all questions....she should serve her sweet tea after the tour when giving the kitchen building viewing. admission only 5.00 (cash only) but would easily pay 10.00. I loved visiting this home! will bring out of town guests.

Thoroughly enjoyed touring this beautiful, elegant house and hearing about the people who made it their home. The director/tour guide Beth obviously loves the house and its history and enjoys sharing it with others. Check the website for tour times as it is only open at those times. Well worth the $5 donation.

What a wonderful home! Our group of friends truly enjoyed Gina's tour and her enthusiasm for this charming house and inspiring family story. Highly recommend!