Descendants of slaves, slave owners in Butler County coming together to protect their history

Descendants of some former slaves and former slave owners in Butler County have a unique historical connection that they hope to protect.

The Coleman Crenshaw House is believed to be the oldest wooden dwelling still standing in South Alabama. It was built by slaves in Butler County has stood for 200 years.

It is an African American Heritage Landmark, named by the Black Heritage Council.

Annie Crenshaw told Action 8 News how the house and the land around it were owned by the Coleman family, just a mile and a half from her own ancestors, the Crenshaw family.

On June 28, the two families will open the doors to the public to view the the home. Tours will be $5.

Watch the video above from Action 8’s Teresa Lawson to learn more about the home and its role in Alabama history.