Montgomery in Montgomery County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Decorative Lions Heads
1907-1978
Photographed by Lee Hattabaugh, October 1, 2010
1. Decorative Lions Heads Marker
These decorative terra cotta lions heads, typical of the ornamentation used in commercial style architecture in the early part of the 20th century, were utilized by the First National Bank of Montgomery on the cornice of their 12 story building from 1907 to 1978. Organized on April 18, 1871, the first location of the bank was on Dexter Avenue which was then called Market Street. In 1975, the name of the bank was changed to First Alabama Bank of Montgomery, N.A. Extensive renovations to the 12 story building in 1978, including the removal of the lions heads, created a new look for First Alabama and the downtown Montgomery area.
Erected by the First Alabama Bank of Montgomery, N.A.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Arts, Letters, Music • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical date for this entry is April 18, 1871.
Location. 32° 22.664′ N, 86° 18.554′ W. Marker is in Montgomery, Alabama, in Montgomery County. It is at the intersection of Commerce Street and Dexter Avenue, on the left when traveling south on Commerce Street. Located in a small park on the north side of Court Square. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Montgomery AL 36104, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Alabama’s Tri-Counties River Region. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Deep South, and in the Black Belt. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Here Stood Mrs. Rosa Parks (a few steps from
this page online
Other markers no longer nearby. An Intersection of History: Court Square (was a few steps from this marker but has been confirmed missing); The Lightning Route / Central Bank Building (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been confirmed missing); Naming the City of Montgomery / Brigadier General Richard Montgomery (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been confirmed missing).
Also see . . . Court Square. Goat Hill History website
Photographed by Lee Hattabaugh, October 1, 2010
2. Decorative Lions Heads Marker
Photographed by Mark Hilton, December 1, 2019
3. Decorative Lions Heads and Marker in remodeled park.
Another Lion Head can be seen in the background, on the side of the building, under the street lights.
Photographed by Lee Hattabaugh, October 1, 2010
4. Decorative Lions Heads Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 15, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 6, 2010, by Lee Hattabaugh of Capshaw, Alabama. This page has been viewed 1,792 times since then and 32 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 6, 2010, by Lee Hattabaugh of Capshaw, Alabama. 3. submitted on December 14, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. 4. submitted on October 6, 2010, by Lee Hattabaugh of Capshaw, Alabama. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
