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ALABAMA'S FAMOUS AND HISTORIC
TREE PROGRAM
Alabama is rich in history.
Many of its men
and women have played key roles in the growth and development of our nation, state and
local communities.
Alabama is also rich in forest
resources. Much
of our greatness today is due to this abundant natural treasure. It is fitting that past contributions in
history be recognized. It is also appropriate that we appreciate the value of our forests
and trees to the people of our state. In Alabama, there are many trees which stand as
living reminders of historic events and famous people. These trees deserve honor along with
their historic connection to the past. As a result, future generations will begin to
understand and to appreciate their own heritage and their responsibility to make
contributions to our state and our country.
Since 1981, the AFC has sponsored a locate
tree of historic significance. It is called the Famous and Historic Tree
Program. The
program's purpose is to locate, recognize, and preserve trees associated with or related
to historic events, persons, and sites.
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- CRITERIA - |
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eligibility of nominated trees: |
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-Notable people.
-The development of the nation, state,
county, or city.
-Eminent educators and/or educational
institutions.
-Art, artists, literature and writers, law,
music, science, or the cultural life of
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nation, state, county, or city.
-Churches and religion.
-Early forestry and conservation. |
- HOW CAN YOU HELP? -
Anyone can nominate a tree for famous and
historic designation. Nominations must first verify that a historic event occurred or a
famous person lived. Next, the nomination must prove that a tree, located on the site, was
alive at the time of, or was the result of the historical event or famous
person. Nomination packet can be downloaded and contain both a
nomination form and a
condition class form.
The one-page nomination form can be completed
by anyone, but only a person qualified or experienced with tree health can complete the
condition class form (i.e., forester, arborist, horticulturist, etc.).
Completed forms,
plus photographs of the tree, must be returned to the same address.
Once a tree is
approved, its owner and nominator receive certificates. A tree marker will be provided to
the tree's owner for placement during a public ceremony.
Since its inception, the Famous and Historic
Tree Program has helped preserve Alabama's history. Trees and their associated historic
events are located in every corner of the state. Yet more can be done.
You can help by
participating in and supporting this unique program. By doing so our rich blend of history
and the contribution of trees will not be forgotten. Instead, they will be appreciated
even more.
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List
of Famous and Historic Trees in Alabama
Famous and Historic Tree Program,
Alabama Forestry Commission,
PO Box 302550
Montgomery, AL 36130-2550
Alabama Forestry Commission policy
prohibits discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or
handicapping condition.
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