about lakewoodLakewood was built for Joseph Lake, a native of North Carolina, by Hiram W. Bardwell, a master builder. Construction was completed in 1840. Located adjacent to the University of West Alabama, Julia Strudwick Tutwiler, a Lake relative, periodically resided in the house from 1881 to 1910 while she served as president of the university. It was then known as Livingston Normal College. The house was extensively photographed by Alex Bush for the Historic American Buildings Survey in November and December 1936. The home was most recently placed on the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage.
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Lakewood has remained in my family until this day; and for that we are very proud. I am currently the seventh generation to live and own the home. I am very thankful for my home and its rich history. I cannot wait to teach future generations about our beautiful home and its significance. This is why I am so excited that you have joined me on this journey.
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