Join Us for Historic Fun at American Village July 3-4
Come visit our booth at American Village in Montevallo on July 3rd and 4th! It will be an epic celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday and we are…
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America’s Birthday Party BEGINS!
Follow America 250 for a calendar of all events (or click the image below). Happy 4th of July! Follow SWEET HOME ALABAMA for local events!
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Celebrating the Washingtons
(above) U.S. Pres. George and first lady Martha Washington“Washington at Home,” engraving by H. B. Hall after a painting by Alonzo Cappel, c. 1867. In celebration of the…
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The Declaration of Independence
Read the Declaration of Independence below in its entirety in celebration of 250 years of freedom. Consider that when the 56 delegates signed the document, they believed that…
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Need a Father’s Day gift or activity?
Lots of ideas for things to do with your father in Birmingham by the Book: A Guide to the Magic City. Explore places where you’ve never been, or…
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Have you visited American Village yet?
Alabama is fortunate to have an educational institution in Montevallo that educates families, students, and visitors alike on the history of this country. Its mission is to inspire…
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Less than A MONTH away! America Celebrates!
Have you heard about the initiatives celebrating America’s 250 years of freedom? Here are three ways that you can participate. And for events in Jefferson County, view the…
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Symphony of Elements: A Free Tribute to Metal Art and Science
Opening May 23rd, this exhibit by The Symphony of Elements Foundation is FREE as a landmark tribute to Birmingham’s industrial heritage at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark —…
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James Lowery on the Birmingham Mineral Railroad’s Legacy
Learn why the Birmingham Mineral Railroad was significant to Birmingham’s economic development, as explained by railroad historian, James Lowery. As volunteer coordinator and member of the Board of…
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The Birmingham Mineral Railroad: A Century of Impact
The 393 mile division of the L&N Railroad known as the Birmingham Mineral Railroad was active for 100 years from 1884 to 1998. It transported raw materials of…
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