Birmingham's Sixteenth Street Baptist Church still welcomes visitors with outstretched arms and a spirit of hope.

Birmingham, Alabama has seen many historic milestones since its founding in 1871, including the establishment of the first Black-owned bank in Alabama, the opening of the first Black-owned and ...

Today’s guest columnists are Liz Huntley and Kathryn McDonald. The weather is warming up, and – admit it – you’re itching for a new dress, or tie, or pair of shoes. You’ll probably head to the Summit.

In honor of Black History Month, we’re shining a light on four remarkable women whose contributions to Birmingham’s history resonate to this day. From one of the earliest advocates for Black youth in ...

The downtown walking tour was scheduled for a sunny Saturday in April 2016. But the group of about 40 and their UAB student guides soon found themselves reliving another spring morning—Easter Sunday ...

The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, featuring fascinating details about local, national and international rights movements, should be the first stop for any visitor to the city. Suggested Reading ...