Birmingham in Jefferson County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Temple Wilson Tutwiler, II / Tutwiler Hotel
March 22, 1923 - March 1, 1982
Photographed By Tim Carr, February 13, 2010
1. Temple Wilson Tutwiler, II / Tutwiler Hotel Marker
“Tutwiler Green”, this section of Birmingham Green was so named in a resolution passed by the Birmingham City Council to honor the life and work of Temple Tutwiler II, who contributed greatly to the welfare and progress of this City. Mr. Tutwiler was a driving force in greening of Twentieth Street and through his leadership and determination saw this significant landmark to fruition.
Tutwiler Hotel
This prestigious hotel was erected on this corner in 1913. It was the undisputed queen of Birmingham Hotels for the next half century. Edward Magruder Tutwiler, the major stockholder, was the grandfather of Temple W. Tutwiler II.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Industry & Commerce • Roads & Vehicles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1913.
Location. 33° 31.082′ N, 86° 48.478′ W. Marker is in Birmingham, Alabama, in Jefferson County. Marker is at the intersection of 20th Street North and 5th Avenue North, on the right when traveling north on 20th Street North. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Birmingham AL 35203, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Clark Building (within shouting distance of this marker); The Cathedral Church of the Advent (about 500 feet
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Photographed By Tim Carr, February 13, 2010
2. Temple Wilson Tutwiler, II / Tutwiler Hotel Marker
Photographed By Tim Carr, February 13, 2010
3. Image of Temple Wilson Tutwiler, II
Photographed By Tim Carr, February 13, 2010
4. Image of the Original Tutwiler Hotel
Photographed By Tim Carr, February 13, 2010
5. 20th Street Greens
Photographed By Tim Carr, February 13, 2010
6. The Regions Bank Building Stands On The Site Of The Original Tutwiler Hotel
circa 1916
7. Tutwiler Hotel
circa 1929
8. The Tutwiler - Lobby with Office and Mezzanine
Credits. This page was last revised on August 28, 2020. It was originally submitted on February 14, 2010, by Timothy Carr of Birmingham, Alabama. This page has been viewed 2,099 times since then and 45 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on February 14, 2010, by Timothy Carr of Birmingham, Alabama. 7, 8. submitted on October 6, 2013. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
