Being devious teenagers way back when, we broke the law and snuck in to what is sometimes called Old Bryce, but officially named the Alabama Insane Hospital, to explore. Had to park in a far away lot to avoid suspicion and hike through brush and briars to reach it. Also had to sneak our way back out when we saw cop cars pull up. Fascinating and dark history behind this place that was shut down due to concerns about the way patients were being treated.
By 1970, however, the concept of patients remaining in the hospital for long periods of time while at the same time working productively became a subject of public concern, especially as many citizens felt that patients were retained by the hospital as a source of free labor.
Rachel Admas 
Taking risks by taking photos in abandoned places is always a thrill. There is just something about old places that are really cool. I ❤ this shot and the story behind it.
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Thank you, I think old places that fallen by the wayside are worth capturing. Spooky and beautiful. Cheers.
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That sofa looks to be in better condition than the room – it’s almost as if someone brought that in recently, to have somewhere comfy to sit whilst they watch the walls deteriorate…
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Well that made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up.
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