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About Birmingham

Long known as a leading iron and steel producer, this graceful Southern city has evolved into a vital cultural center. Birmingham is the largest city in Alabama and has played a pivotal role in the evolution of civil rights, which is recounted at the famous Civil Rights Institute. Geographically, Birmingham stretches out in all directions, presenting visitors with plenty of options. The city is home to the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame and the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame. The International Motor Sports Hall of Fame and the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum are other attractions that are nearby. Families flock to Alabama Adventure, an exciting theme park, or McWane Center, a hands-on science museum. Golfers hit the links by tackling area courses that are part of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. In 2006, the Convention and Visitor's Bureau dubbed a new tagline for Birmingham, calling it "The Diverse City. It now serves as headquarters for one Fortune 500 company and five Fortune 1000 companies. The downtown area is experiencing a rebirth with new options for living accommodations while restaurants, retail and cultural venues spring up contributing to the enjoyment of residents and visitors alike.

Did you know?

You will eat this up! Golden Flake, Alabama's largest producer of potato chips and other popular snacks, is also the second largest in the Southeast. The factory, which produces 100,000 pounds of chips each day, provides tours at no cost!

Nearby Attractions

Alabama Adventure Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail Birmingham Barons Riverchase Galleria WaterMark Place Outlet Center Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park The University of Alabama University of Alabama at Birmingham

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