Opelika Historic Preservation Society

05/13/2026

It was an awesome night for historic preservation as Kitty Greene and John & Margaret Hendricks were presented awards for their efforts in preserving two of Opelika’s most iconic structures. Thank you Kitty, John and Margaret for taking such great care of “Toad Hill” and “The Gingerbread House”!

05/11/2026

OHPS is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Historic Preservation Awards.
Residential Category - “Toad Hill”- the beautiful home of Katherine “Kitty” Greene
Business Category - Old Timers and Chimers Clock Shop located in the “Gingerbread House”, John and Margaret Hendricks, owners
The awards will be presented at a special ceremony on Tuesday, May 12, 7pm- Brownfield House- 611 N. 8th Street- Opelika
Come and hear the fascinating stories of two of Opelika’s architectural treasures!

04/24/2026

Another “Grand Slam” fundraiser done and done with great success! Thanks to all OHPS members, supporters and board members for making this event possible. (Photos courtesy of Fran Plott and Shane Dickerson)

12/13/2025

The Brownfield House is all dressed up in her holiday best!! We’re looking forward to seeing you at our open house Saturday evening, December 13 from 6 to 9 pm as OHPS does our part for the Victorian Front Porch Christmas! See you there!

12/07/2025

10/29/2025

Our Fall Open Meeting and Program to kick off our membership campaign is a wrap! Thank you Kelsey Sullivan with Opelika Main Street for an interesting and informative program. Don’t forget to send in your membership dues! If you didn’t receive a letter and would like to become a member of OHPS, message us! (Photos courtesy of Fran Plott)

10/20/2025

It's time to celebrate "Membership 2025" as the Opelika Historic Preservation Society kicks off our 47th year!!! Come join us on Tuesday, October 28 for a special program and open house featuring guest speaker Kelsey Sullivan, Executive Director of Opelika Main Street. All are welcome October 28th, 7:00 pm at the historic Brownfield House located at 611 N. 8th Street, Opelika.
And if you can't attend in person, please respond to the membership campaign mailout! Your generous donations help to fund OPHS preservation grants and other important preservation projects.

09/27/2025

Some evening photos from our historic south side……….

05/24/2025

Another successful Preservation Awards program! OHPS was happy to have Dr. Mark Wilson, Alabama Historical Association, as our guest speaker. Congratulations to this year’s Preservation Award recipients: George and Debbie Purves, owners of The Gallery and Greg and Teresa Hall, owners of “The Wedding Cake House”.

05/16/2025

May is National Historic Preservation Month! Join us for a special program on Thursday, May 22-7pm at the Brownfield House in Opelika. Our guest will be Mark Wilson, Secretary of the Alabama Historical Association, along with recipients of the 2025 OHPS Preservation Awards! All are welcome!