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National Register of Historic Places

Wilmer Hall

Also known as The Episcopal Church Home for Orphans; The Church Home

A district of 7 historic buildingsOn the Register since 2025
Listed 2025Mobile

Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.

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About the district

Wilmer Hall, at 3811 Old Shell Road, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Aug 1, 2025. The Register lists it for its architecture and social history, at the local level. The district takes in 7 historic buildings. The listing covers 9.6 acres. Two more Register listings are within a quarter mile.

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Make it a walk: 5 landmarks in about 30 minutes

3811 Old Shell Road, Mobile · about 1.1 miles on foot, as the crow flies

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12 more Register listings within 2 miles

★ National Historic Landmark · D district · B building · S site. Each opens its own page.

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Questions about Wilmer Hall

Is Wilmer Hall on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on Aug 1, 2025 (Register number 100012074).

Is Wilmer Hall a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; Alabama has 36 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Government Street Presbyterian Church, 5.2 miles away.

Can you visit Wilmer Hall?

Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.

Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026). Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.