Cahaba was established as the first permanent capital of the state in 1820. It remained so until 1826, when the capital was moved to Tuscaloosa.
A good page about Old Cahawba HERE.
(It wasn't exactly permanent there either!)
During that time a capitol building was constructed that was topped by a dome. Here's a sketch of the long gone structure:
The dome was saved and placed atop a church in Lowndsboro. Here are some photos I shot:
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