Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute Educational center & museum promoting history in Birmingham, AL. Exploring our past & working together to build a better future.
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For group visits: https://www.bcri.org/groups/. The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute (BCRI) documents the struggle of African American citizens in Birmingham to become full participants in the city's government and business community. Because this struggle was a social movement that caught the attention of the world, Birmingham is an appropriate place for an institution that serves the world as a center for study and reflection.

What a night. ✨The opening reception for Is This America? brought together art, poetry, music, and community for an even...
06/15/2026

What a night. ✨

The opening reception for Is This America? brought together art, poetry, music, and community for an evening of reflection.

Artist and curator Willie Williams shared the inspiration behind the exhibit and invited us to wrestle with the question is* this America?

We heard powerful words from poet Candace Green before ending the evening hand in hand, singing songs of freedom and resilience led by Willie.

If you missed the opening reception, there's still time to experience the exhibit.

🎨 Is This America?
📍 Woolfolk Gallery at BCRI
🗓 On view through July 18

And if you're joining us for Juneteenth Jubilee, stop by and see it for free while our galleries are open from 12–4 PM.

We hope you'll experience it for yourself.

JUNETEENTH MERCH DROP 🔥The official Juneteenth Jubilee collection has arrived.In collaboration with Voltron Printing , w...
06/15/2026

JUNETEENTH MERCH DROP 🔥

The official Juneteenth Jubilee collection has arrived.

In collaboration with Voltron Printing , we've created some limited-edition apparel, accessories, and commemorative keepsakes celebrating freedom, legacy, and joy 💫

🛍 Available June 19 at Juneteenth Jubilee
⚠️ Limited quantities available while supplies last

The legacy continues...with you 🫵🏽In honor of our Juneteenth, individual annual memberships to the Birmingham Civil Righ...
06/11/2026

The legacy continues...with you 🫵🏽

In honor of our Juneteenth, individual annual memberships to the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute are just $19 throughout the month of June.

By becoming a member, you're helping ensure that the stories born in Birmingham continue to educate, inspire, and challenge future generations.

You're helping keep this history alive.

Join the legacy.

Become a member today at bcri.org/membership

Meet the artist and curator behind our latest exhibit, Is This America?: Willie Williams of Studio 2500 🎨Join us for the...
06/11/2026

Meet the artist and curator behind our latest exhibit, Is This America?: Willie Williams of Studio 2500 🎨

Join us for the opening reception of Is This America? this Friday, June 12, at 5:00 PM. Meet Willie and hear firsthand about the inspiration, experiences, and questions that shaped this timely exhibit.

✨ Is This America? Opening Reception
📍 Woolfolk Gallery at BCRI
🗓 June 12 | 5:00 PM
🎟 Free & open to the public | register at bcri.org/events

What to expect from our Kids' Zone on Juneteenth!📅 June 19, 2026📍 Civil Rights District
06/05/2026

What to expect from our Kids' Zone on Juneteenth!

📅 June 19, 2026
📍 Civil Rights District

Help us make Juneteenth Jubilee possible by signing up to volunteer!bcri.org/volunteer
06/04/2026

Help us make Juneteenth Jubilee possible by signing up to volunteer!

bcri.org/volunteer

Join us this Juneteenth in honoring history and culture with free access to many of the heritage sites across the Civil ...
06/03/2026

Join us this Juneteenth in honoring history and culture with free access to many of the heritage sites across the Civil Rights District + a block party with food, music, and fun!

The legacy continues...with you 🫵🏽In honor of our Juneteenth, individual annual memberships to the Birmingham Civil Righ...
06/02/2026

The legacy continues...with you 🫵🏽

In honor of our Juneteenth, individual annual memberships to the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute are just $19 throughout the month of June.

By becoming a member, you're helping ensure that the stories born in Birmingham continue to educate, inspire, and challenge future generations.

You're helping keep this history alive.

Join the legacy.

Become a member today at bcri.org/membership.

As America approaches its 250th year, we reflect on the ongoing struggle to define what America truly is…And who it’s fo...
05/29/2026

As America approaches its 250th year, we reflect on the ongoing struggle to define what America truly is…

And who it’s for.

Is This America is the newest exhibit coming to the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. Curated by Birmingham-based artist, curator, and Studio 2500 founder Willie Williams, the exhibit examines the contradictions between this nation's ideals and the lived experiences of its people.

The exhibit will be on view in the Woolfolk Gallery from June 12-July 18.

Join us for a special opening reception on June 12th featuring live spoken word and musical performances, as well as an opportunity to meet curator Willie Williams!

🖼️ Is This America? | June 12–July 18
✨ Opening Reception: June 12, 2026
⏰ Doors Open: 5:00 PM | Program Begins: 5:30 PM
📍 Woolfolk Gallery at BCRI
🔗 Register at bcri.org/events

Temperatures at BCRI are now near normal operating levels, and we will reopen to the public at Noon today.This brief del...
05/27/2026

Temperatures at BCRI are now near normal operating levels, and we will reopen to the public at Noon today.

This brief delayed opening will allow staff and vendors time to complete final preparations for safe public access to the building.

Thank you again for your patience, support, and understanding throughout this process. We look forward to welcoming visitors back today!

Address

520 16th Street N
Birmingham, AL
35203

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+12053289696

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