Nestled among stately live oak trees and fragrant azalea bushes, the Bragg-Mitchell Mansion is a beautiful example of antebellum architecture and one of the most photographed structures in all of Mobile. The Greek Revival-Italianate Mansion was built in 1852 for the Bragg family to enjoy Mobile's social season from Thanksgiving through Mardi Gras. More than a century later, their homestead continues to be the preferred setting for corporate functions, elegant weddings and a glimpse into Mobile's past.
In the late '70s, the Mansion was donated by the A.S. Mitchell family to the Explore Center to house an interactive children's museum for the citizens of Mobile; however, to protect the historic integrity of the Mansion the Board of Trustees chose to build the Exploreum Learning Center adjacent to the structure. In 1998, the Exploreum Learning Center moved downtown and became the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center & IMAX Dome Theater.
Historic home tours of the Mansion are available Monday through Friday. Be sure to enjoy this jewel of Springhill Avenue. Since the Bragg-Mitchell Mansion is a sister attraction of the Exploreum, members receive $1 off admission for up to 4 guests. Please present a valid membership card to redeem this discount.
Photo courtesy of Jeff Tessney Photography
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