
![]() The sophisticated derailing of this circa 1835 house has suggested to some scholars the possible influence of master builder and industrialist Daniel Pratt, founder of nearby Prattville. John Slaton (1795-1847) a planter described by a contemporary as a "fine old Kentucky gentleman of the best antebellum type," came to Alabama in the early 1830s. Now partially roofless and enveloped by vegetation, the house bearing Slaton's name must be moved if it is to be saved. The Autauga County Heritage Association is currently working with the Alabama Historical Commission to accomplish this goal.
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Alabama's Endangered Historic LandmarksEach year since 1994, Alabama Heritage has highlighted threatened historic sites throughout Alabama. The “Places in Peril” list has identified more than 215 imperiled historic resources throughout the state, and is compiled by the Alabama Historical Commission and the Alabama Trust for Historic Preservation. The locations highlight the results of deferred maintenance, perceived obsolescence, development pressures, and lack of funding—forces that now more than ever threaten our cultural legacy. But awareness is a powerful force, too, and can cultivate a renewed determination to be responsible stewards of our heritage. For more information, visit the AHC or the ATHP websites. Alabama Heritage is proud to bring to you a selection of the places designated as perilous. Please keep your comments to information relevant to the featured place in peril. Alabama Heritage reserves the right to delete any comment that we deem inappropriate. Archives
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