Done up in an elaborate Italianate style of architecture, the Richards DAR House was built in 1860 for Captain Charles Richards and his wife. The pretty house continues to be a landmark in the community, as it has been since its establishment. A contributing building to the De Tonti Square Historic District, the mansion was added to the US National Register of Historic Places in 1972. Apart from the gorgeous exteriors and ornately decorated interiors, the house is also famous for wildfire stories about a laughing child-ghost.
Joe Jefferson playhouse, named after a famous 19th-century thespian, was first founded in 1947. It moved from its original location to its current spot in 1967. Throughout the years, it has delighted local residents with productions like Little Women and Angel Street. The theater is partially volunteer-run, and depends on the community to put on shows.
Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception is a Roman Catholic landmark and an architectural masterpiece in Mobile. It was designed in 1833 by architect Claude Beroujon and exemplifies the Greek Revival style. Explore the cathedral to discover Doric order columns, ornate ceilings, a massive portico and church towers. The highlight is its stained-glass windows depicting Mary and Jesus's insignificant events from the Holy Bible. This building is featured on the National Register of Historic Places.