First time visitors to Birmingham, Alabama are usually surprised at how beautiful it is here. The opinion of Birmingham, and the South in general, is not always good. While I believe this is completely unfounded, if you share in this opinion, there is not much I will be able to do to change your mind. ...
One of the neatest zoos in Birmingham, Alabama to visit is the “Birmingham Zoo.” It is a place where you can visit tons of wild and exotic animals from all over the world and even get the chance to touch, see, and feed the animals up close, which is always really fun to do. It ...
When one thinks of haunted places, Birmingham, Alabama generally isn’t on the list. It should be. From the battles of the civil war, mining ore, slavery and the underground slavery network to civil rights, one would expect a few spirits to linger. Sloss Furnace of Birmingham is considered to be one of the top 100 ...
“The Pittsburgh of the South”. Birmingham, Alabama is known for being built on steel. What it should be known for is being built on tomatoes. Or onions, or apples, or peaches for that matter. Birmingham is the largest metropolitan area in Alabama and is quickly rising to be one of the largest in the south. ...
In the fifties and sixties, Birmingham, Alabama was a city filled with violence, hatred and prejudice. As much as any southern city, Birmingham was the embodiment of the civil rights conflict that was being fought to some degree throughout the U. S. The result of that conflict in Birmingham, Alabama was citywide destruction, loss of ...
The historic Tutwiler Hotel in downtown Birmingham is now the Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown, The upscale boutique hotel has just undergone a $9 million preservation that encompasses the interiors, finishes and furnishings. The hotel has been improved with modern amenities. The hotel has been reportedly been haunted by the hotel’s namesake, Colonel Tutwiler. Whether ...
For those that study history, especially civil rights, the black/white wars, racial discrimination and other such indiscretions, the heart of the Civil Rights movement resides in Birmingham, Alabama. Not to be disappointed, Birmingham can present a journey back in time, as one enters The Civil Rights Institute on 16th Street North. Thematic galleries such as ...
There are several reasons that a person has for volunteering. They may want to have experience to put on their resume if they’re taking a break from a paying job or someone may simply want to help their community by donating a little of their personal time. Regardless of your reason of becoming a volunteer, ...
Spring is in the air, the flowers are in bloom, and you are sitting at home on your couch with nothing to do. Get off your couch, grab your family or friends, and head out to several of these exciting and fun events! Better yet, visit them all! Colorful Kite Tales Exhibit March 12-July 30, ...
Playing the violin is art and skill that can be easily obtained with dedication and the right teacher. Learning to play the violin is a fulfilling experience that you can enjoy with others or alone. The violin has several benefits that include the activation of several parts of the brain simultaneously and can induce powerful ...
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