It’s been 10 years since the Learning Tree opened its local facility at the corner of James and Dubois Streets, in the building that formerly housed First Baptist Church. In that time, the non-profit organization, which helps children and adolescents with behavior development issues, has seen its programs expand into other areas, resulting in the Learning Tree becoming one of the largest employers in Tallassee.

Founded in 1983 in Mobile by Jerre Brimer and Pat Murphy, the Learning Tree has residential campuses in Tallassee, Semmes and Jacksonville, as well as non-residential/day programs in Auburn and Anniston. The Tallassee campus houses the organization’s administrative offices.