Wilmer Hall Children's Home

In 1864, Bishop Wilmer, of the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama, saw the plight of the orphans of the Civil War and the yellow fever epidemic, so he planned a children’s home called “Wilmer Hall Children’s Home”, which was first located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

After the war the home was moved to Mobile in 1867 in the East Church Street Historical District. The original home is still standing in British Park downtown Mobile.

In the early 1914 moved to its present location at 3811 Old Shell Road in the Spring Hill area of Mobile. The home consists of the three original buildings and 4 resident cottages.

The home provides a safe, secure family environment for children who are unable to stay with their natural family. Wilmer Hall houses both boys and girls up to the age of 21.

At Wilmer Hall, the children are given an opportunity to lead normal healthy lives. The programs offered are Long term Residential and Transitional Living.

The mission of Wilmer Hall is to provide a safe and growth-producing environment for children in need. The mission is accomplished through application of Christian principles delivered in a home-like atmosphere that engenders spiritual, physical and educational health for both residents and staff.