Vulcan Park is home to the world's largest cast iron statue and features
spectacular panoramic views of Birmingham. Vulcan, the Roman god of fire and forge, was originally built in 1904 for the St. Louis World's Fair and has stood as a symbol of Birmingham for over 100 years. A 10-acre urban green space surrounds the 56' high statue and observation balcony that sits upon a126' pedestal. Visitors to Vulcan Center find interactive exhibits and displays that give insight into the region's history and industrial growth. Multipurpose function room and outdoor locations can host private events, both social and corporate. Vulcan Park is open 7 days a week from 7 am ? 10 pm.
Vulcan Center and Tower is open Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm and Sunday 1-6 pm. Evening hours for Vulcan Tower are daily from 6 -10 pm.
Location:
1701 Valley View Drive, Birmingham Alabama 35209
Telephone
205-933-1409
Other History nearby:
(Birmingham) Southern Museum of Flight
(Fairfield) Alabama Historical Radio Museum
(Dora) Alabama Mining Museum
(Birmingham) Arlington Antebellum Home & Gardens
(Bessemer) Arnold's Chapel United Methodist Church
(Tuscaloosa) Battle-Friedman House
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02/21 Coming to The Birmingham area
Mountain Brook Spring Art Show Mountain Brook AL April20 Up to one hundred local member artists
will display original artwork for sale in an outdoor setting in quaint Mountain
Brook near Crestline Village. Artwork available will range in size from minis to
extra large canvases and all price ranges. Jazz band will be featured and food
will be available at field.
Panoply Arts Festival Huntsville AL April26-28 Each spring in the heart of the Rocket City the arts are in full bloom at the Panoply Arts Festival.
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Montgomery AL March8-June19 The Alabama Shakespeare Festival, created in Alabama, is currently the 5th largest in the world, attracting more than 300,000 visitors annually from all 50 states and over 60 foreign countries.
Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum Car Show Birmingham AL October11-13 Triumph Dealers of North America display,
Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum Merchandise Trailer featuring event TShirts, Pins, and Posters,
Official Barber Vintage Festival event merchandise,
Southern Vintage Fire Apparatus Association display, and
Concessions
New Salem Mountain Festival Lookout Mountain GA October12-13 Exhibits will include pottery, paintings, furniture, wood turning, wood carving, stained glass, jewelry, candles, iron works, wreaths, baskets, chair caning, leather, luggage, purses, quilts, throws, soap, dog accessories, brooms, scarves, needlework, clothing and accessories, fabrics, chimes, vegetables, jellies, condiments and much more.
Kentuck Festival of the Arts Northport AL October19-20 Nationally and internationally acclaimed folk artists,
270+ folk, visionary, and contemporary artists and expert craftspeople presenting their work to you,
free hands-on art-making for children in Kentuck for Kids and throughout the park,
interactive live demonstrations by expert craftspeople—basketmakers, blacksmiths, woodworkers, traditional potters, fiber and fabric artists, quilters, jewelers, and a glassblower,
live music and story-telling, food and fellowship.
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