Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
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.
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About Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
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.
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Driving times from Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Brochures and NPS Passport Book Available
- Mon
- Closed
- Tue
- Closed
- Wed
- 10:00AM - 3:00PM
- Thu
- 10:00AM - 3:00PM
- Fri
- 10:00AM - 3:00PM
- Sat
- 10:00AM - 3:00PM
- Sun
- Closed
Activities
Getting there
Temperatures 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 shoes, and use sunscreen. Drink plenty of fluids to maintain hydration. In the spring and fall, visitors should have a light jacket available as temperatures can drop suddenly. Winter temperatures can be unpredictable, ranging from mild to extremely cold.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument?
- Popular activities include Guided Tours, Museum Exhibits, Self-Guided Tours - Walking.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Freedom Riders National Monument (56 min), Horseshoe Bend National Military Park (1 h 46 min), Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail (1 h 48 min), Little River Canyon National Preserve (1 h 51 min), Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site (2 h), Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail (2 h 1 min).