Hundreds of people visit Kelly Ingram Park each year to learn about the Civil Rights Movement in Birmingham
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
National Monument · AL
In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dramatic scenes of violent police aggression against civil rights protesters in Birmingham, Alabama were vivid examples of segregation and racial injustice in America.
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesA.G Gaston Motel Closed for Construction
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good2 visitor centers
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available3 activities
Park Name
InfoBirmingham Civil Rights National Monument
Designation
InfoNational Monument
State(s)
InfoAL
Phone
Info205-679-0065
bicr_information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoBirmingham Civil Rights National Monument brochures and NPS passport stamp are available for visitors at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute on Sunday's, 1:00 - 5:00 PM and Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The A.G. Gaston Motel is currently closed to the public and updates for the Motel opening will be available on the NPS park website at a later date.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: A.G. Gaston Motel (Temporarily Closed)
InfoSee park for hours
Visitor Center: Temporary Visitor Center (Birmingham Civil Rights Institute)
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoAfrican American Heritage, Incarceration, Jails and Prisons + 10 more
Weather Info
InfoTemperatures can soar to extremes of heat and humidity in the summer and fall to damp, wet, cold in the winter. Visitors should dress in comfortable clothing during the summer season, wear comfortable
Getting There
InfoVia I-65 North or South From I-65, take I-20/59 NE towards Atlanta. Exit at the 17th Street Exit (first exit off of I-20/59). Bear right and proceed to the light. From that light go two blocks to 6th
Location
Info33.5154° N, -86.8147° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website