Museums & History
Vulcan Park and Museum
Birmingham, AL
The world’s largest cast-iron statue overlooking Birmingham from Red Mountain.
About 2 hr Day Trip
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
Birmingham, AL
Museums & HistoryDay Trip
About 1 hr 55 min one way from downtown Huntsville
The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute is located at 520 16th Street North in downtown Birmingham.
Its exhibits trace Birmingham’s role in the civil rights movement.
Highlights
- Permanent civil rights exhibits
- Downtown Birmingham location
- Pairs well with other Birmingham stops
Planning Tips
- Check hours and admission on the official site.
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Barber Motorsports Park
Birmingham, AL
A 2.38-mile road course and home of the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum.
About 2 hr 20 min Day Trip
Minor League/DevelopmentalBaseball
Birmingham Barons
Birmingham, AL · Regions Field
Double-A baseball at Regions Field in downtown Birmingham.
About 1 hr 55 min Day Trip
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