Alabama Theater Tours

The Alabama Theatre was built in 1927 by Paramount Studios as an Alabama showcase for Paramount films. It was used primarily as a movie palace for 55 years. In 1987 the owners of the facility declared bankruptcy and the theatre was purchased by Birmingham Landmarks Inc. Now the Alabama Theatre for the Performing Arts, it hosts many live events. Each year the Theatre hosts over 300 events attended by a half million People. In 1998 the Theatre underwent a complete restoration.
The Alabama Theatre was built in 1927 by Paramount Studios as an Alabama showcase for Paramount films. It was used primarily as a movie palace for 55 years. In 1987 the owners of the facility declared bankruptcy and the theatre was purchased by Birmingham Landmarks Inc. Now the Alabama Theatre for the Performing Arts, it hosts many live events. Each year the Theatre hosts over 300 events attended by a half million People. In 1998 the Theatre underwent a complete restoration.

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McWane Science Center

You can study the exhibits at McWane Science Center, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

McWane Science Center
A statue of Martin Luther King Jr. looks towards the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. The 1963 bombing of the church by the KKK murdered 6 children in total and sparked outrage across the world. This marked a turning point in the Civil Rights Movement. #civilrights #historymatters

Kelly Ingram Park

After visiting Kelly Ingram Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Kelly Ingram Park
This sculpture in Kelly Ingram Park in Birmingham, Alabama depicts a vicious dog attack during the civil rights protests in 1963. This sculpture is very effective. I got chills walking through and imagining what it just have been like. #civilrights #historymatters

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

You can learn about the history of Birmingham when you stop by Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
Civil Rights Institute in Birmingham, Alabama. I am not a museum person, but this is worth a visit. It’s a very moving and well done exhibit.

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

You can study the exhibits at Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
A view of downtown Birmingham with a Norfolk Southern locomotive passing by from Railroad Park. Railroad Park is a 19-acre park in Birmingham, Alabama, that opened in the fall of 2010. The park lies immediately south of the Norfolk Southern and CSX rail lines through downtown Birmingham. It stretches from 14th Street to 18th Street along First Avenue South.

Railroad Park

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Railroad Park, a lovely green space in Birmingham. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this romantic area.

Railroad Park
The Birmingham Museum of Art, one of the finest regional museums in the United States, houses a diverse collection of more than 26,000 paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings, and decorative arts dating from ancient to modern times.

Birmingham Museum of Art

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Birmingham Museum of Art during your travels in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

Birmingham Museum of Art

Best Lodging Options Near Alabama Theater

The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

3.5 out of 5
2027 1ST Avenue North Birmingham AL
The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
2101 Fifth Avenue North Birmingham AL
Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler

3.5 out of 5
2021 Park Place Birmingham AL
Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

3 out of 5
821 20th Street S Birmingham AL
Residence Inn by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB
Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott

4 out of 5
1928 1st Ave N Birmingham AL
Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Home2 Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown

3 out of 5
250 18th Street South Birmingham AL
Home2 Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown

2.5 out of 5
1918 1ST AVENUE NORTH Birmingham AL
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown
The Painted Lady

The Painted Lady

2 out of 5
2143 2nd Ave S Birmingham AL
The Painted Lady
Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB

3 out of 5
1820 5th Avenue South Birmingham AL
Courtyard by Marriott Birmingham Downtown at UAB
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