Civil Rights Historic District, AL

Birmingham

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
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
I feel like I had heard of this church, but didnt really understand the significance of what happened there until I visited. The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute right next door is a really well done history of racism and civil rights in the US. I'd definitely recommend if you are in Birmingham for a while.
Several powerful sculptures were commissioned for the park to illustrate the Civil Rights Movement events that happened here.

Police and Dog Attack - a sculpture at ground level that is made up of two opposing metal walls with three vicious dogs that lunge at you as you pass between them the way the dogs did at the 1963 demonstration. It's effect is profound and moving.
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#birmingham
#MLK # CivilRights
Several powerful sculptures were commissioned for the park to illustrate the Civil Rights Movement events that happened here and this one was one of tho most moving. 
The park served as a gathering place for demonstrations in 1963 and fire hoses were turned on marchers, many of them children. This art piece depicts the 

#MLK #CivilRights

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Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler

3.5 out of 5
2021 Park Place Birmingham AL
The price is ¥18,684 per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
¥18,684
¥22,421 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was awesome.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler
Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott

4 out of 5
1928 1st Ave N Birmingham AL
The price is ¥29,427 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
¥29,427
¥35,044 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (513 reviews)
The room was beautifully appointed. The staff couldn’t have been nicer and more professional. I was there for an event and every time they saw me, they made me feel special. I would definitely stay there again.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott
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
The price is ¥20,864 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
¥20,864
¥24,981 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
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8.6/10 Excellent! (355 reviews)
Stay was amazing. Valet was great.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Birmingham Downtown
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover

3 out of 5
120 Riverchase Pkwy E Birmingham AL
The price is ¥12,837 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
¥12,837
¥14,946 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,233 reviews)
The room was clean

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Hoover
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood

3 out of 5
60 State Farm Pkwy Birmingham AL
The price is ¥10,214 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
¥10,214
¥12,258 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
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8/10 Very Good! (592 reviews)
Don't travel often. Just want clean, reliable and convenient. Breakfast, bed, parking, location and price were all very good.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Birmingham Homewood
Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 Riverchase Galleria Birmingham AL
The price is ¥19,774 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
¥19,774
¥22,853 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,369 reviews)
Clean rooms and pleasant staff

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Civil Rights Historic District

I feel like I had heard of this church, but didnt really understand the significance of what happened there until I visited. The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute right next door is a really well done history of racism and civil rights in the US. I'd definitely recommend if you are in Birmingham for a while.

Fountain Heights

If you're spending some time in Fountain Heights, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Alabama Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Fountain Heights
Aerial View of Vulcan Statue overlooking downtown Birmingham, AL

Downtown Birmingham

Downtown Birmingham is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to McWane Science Center and Regions Field while you're in town.

Downtown Birmingham
Spectacular Firework show over Birmingham, AL celebrating Independence Day #troeon #Fireworks

Central City

4/5(74 area reviews)

While visiting Central City, you might make a stop by sights like Sloss Furnaces and Birmingham Museum of Art.

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Northside

If you're spending some time in Northside, Protective Stadium and Birmingham Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Northside
Mugshots downtown.   Chocolate Milkshake in a Frozen mug.

Druid Hills

If you're spending some time in Druid Hills, Protective Stadium and Coca-Cola Amphitheater are top sights worth seeing.

Druid Hills
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Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, Alabama Ballet and Alabama Symphony Orchestra are top sights worth seeing.

Southside


Civil Rights Historic District, AL