Kings Inn Civic Center/UAB Nearby

The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute (BCRI) is a nonprofit, public research institution that commemorates and educates about the history of civil rights in Birmingham, Alabama. The BCRI was founded in 1992. The BCRI's collection of artifacts and historical materials is the largest and most comprehensive of its kind in the South.

The BCRI's mission is to "promote the understanding of the Birmingham Civil Rights Movement and its impact on American society." The BCRI offers visitors an interactive experience that allows them to explore the site's collections, hear oral histories from key figures in the civil rights movement, and learn about current civil rights issues. The BCRI also offers educational programs for students, educators, and the general public.

The McWane Science Center Birmingham is a major science center in the Birmingham metropolitan area. It was founded and grown to become one of the largest science centers in the southeastern United States. The McWane Science Center features floor space, including exhibition halls, classrooms, laboratories, offices, and a planetarium. The center also has a library with more than 150,000 volumes and an observatory. The McWane Science Center offers programs for children and adults, as well as special events.

The Rotary Trail Birmingham Park is an 8.2-mile linear park that stretches from the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s campus to Five Points South in downtown Birmingham.

The Rotary Trail Birmingham Park connects several neighborhoods and has been nicknamed the “Central Park of Birmingham.” The trail has picnic areas, bike lanes, and walking trails that run through woodland, meadows, and gardens. The trail is popular for running, biking, walking, and rollerblading.

The Rotary Trail Birmingham Park is open seven days a week from dawn to dusk. A variety of events are held throughout the year at the park including concerts, family festivals, and movie nights.

Located in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama, the Birmingham Museum of Art is one of the leading art museums in the Southeast. With a collection boasting more than 4 million objects, the BMAA is home to some of the most iconic pieces of American art, including Jackson Pollock’s “Mural” and Cy Twombly’s “Untitled (Rocks).” The museum also boasts an impressive permanent collection of European art, as well as a robust program of exhibitions and events that encourages visitors to explore the many facets of art.