Historic Alabama Tolstoy Park to be Moved to Fairhope Nature Preserve

Fairhope, AL (Newsradio 92.3) -- A Piece of Southern Alabama history is on the move -- the historic Tolstoy Park, known as the "Hermit Hut," is relocating from Montrose to Fairhope's Flying Creek Nature Preserve. It was built in the 1920s by hermit Henry Stuart, the dome-shaped hut has become a beloved landmark drawing visitors from around the world. But commercial development eventually surrounded it. The Tolstoy Park Committee raised nearly 370 thousand dollars to move the structure to its new home nestled in nature. Fairhope's Mayor says they hope to finalize the project early next year.