Ala. Code § 16-47-192

The University of Alabama, in addition to other powers, shall have the right, power and authority to acquire in the name of the University of Alabama by purchase, gift or otherwise the fee simple interest in and to land in Tuscaloosa and Hale Counties, Alabama from the Alabama Museum of Natural History for the purpose of developing, preserving, improving, protecting and/or maintaining same as a University of Alabama Museum, which shall include an archeological museum, historical shrine and recreational area, and in the acquisition of said land the University of Alabama is hereby authorized to enter into such escrow agreements as may be deemed necessary.