Built in 1910, The Pillars has stood for more than a century as a graceful landmark on Government Street, its stately silhouette a familiar presence in historic Mobile. The 8,000-square-foot villa blends turn-of-the-century architectural detail with character touches that have been preserved through every chapter of its life.

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Inside, the house still reveals its original period charm: eight working fireplaces, decorative Bellingrath tiles, and a dramatic atrium anchored by a 150-year-old stained-glass window that floods the space with warm, colorful light — a favorite backdrop for wedding photos and portraiture. These features create a rare combination of intimate warmth and grand scale that makes the house feel both historic and inherently celebratory. 

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Over the decades the building has worn many hats. Long remembered by locals as a beloved neighborhood restaurant, the property has passed through several owners and uses while remaining woven into Mobile’s civic life and dining lore. Community listings and contemporary reviews recall evenings spent there and the venue’s role as a gathering place for celebrations of all kinds. 

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Today The Pillars balances historic stewardship with hospitality. The architectural details — the tiles, the fireplaces, the stained glass — are showcased alongside flexible event spaces, bridal and groom suites, and an on-site team that aims to make each wedding feel bespoke. Its continued presence on Government Street ties it to Mobile’s long cultural story while providing a unique setting for new memories.