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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Roots: Celebrating Alabama’s Unique History and Natural Beauty
DESCRIPTION:Experience Vulcan Park & Museum’s 2026 exhibition\, Revolutionary Roots: Celebrating Alabama’s Unique History and Natural Beauty\, presented in honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary as part of America250. \nWhile Alabama was not yet a state at the nation’s founding\, this exhibit honors individuals from across Alabama whose courage\, resilience\, and leadership have helped shape both our state and the country\, many of whom have been historically overlooked or unsung. \nThe exhibit features figures such as Calvin McGhee\, who helped establish the Poarch Creek Indians; educator Carrie Tuggle; voting rights activist Virginia Durr; NASA scientist Clyde Foster; and contemporary leaders\, including Alabama Poet Laureate Ashley M. Jones and HICA! CEO Dr. Carlos E. Alemán. \nInspired by Alabama’s distinction as the most biodiverse state in the nation\, the exhibit is anchored by a nature-based theme. A large\, three-dimensional tree serves as the central visual element\, symbolizing how roots\, trunk\, branches\, and leaves come together to form a strong and enduring whole. \n*Exhibit Open Now until January 10\, 2027* \nADMISSION \nTickets are available online and can be purchased at the Ticket Booth located at the park entrance. We accept the following forms of payment: Visa\, MasterCard\, American Express and Discover Card\, Travelers\, personal or business checks. Please note: We do not accept cash. \n*Please visit the Ticket Booth for the discounts below: \n+Vulcan Members – FREE!\n+AAA Members – 20% off general admission price for cardholder and 1 guest.\n+Museums For All Program – This program supports those receiving food assistance (SNAP) benefits visiting Vulcan Park and Museum at no charge\, for up to four people\, with the presentation of a SNAP Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/revolutionary-roots-celebrating-alabamas-unique-history-and-natural-beauty/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Vulcan Park and Museum\, 1701 Valley View Drive\, Birmingham\, 35209\, United States
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SUMMARY:Thunder on the Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Thunder on the Mountain\, Alabama’s most spectacular and largest Fourth of July fireworks show\, returns to Red Mountain on Saturday\, July 4\, 2026. Vulcan Park & Museum invites the community to experience this annual tradition as the city’s sky lights up in celebration of the nation’s 250th birthday. \nAt approximately 9 p.m.\, Pyro Shows of Alabama will launch the first of more than 2\,500 fireworks shells and effects in a 20-minute show synchronized to a patriotic soundtrack. \nMusic will be broadcast on iHeartMedia Birmingham radio stations\, including 102.5 The Bull\, 103.1 The Beat\, 103.7 The Q\, Magic 96.5\, News Radio 960 WERC\, and La Jefa 98.3. \nThe show will also air live on WBRC 6 News for viewers across the Birmingham metro area. \nVulcan Park & Museum will close to the public at 3 p.m. on July 4 to allow for event setup and safety preparations. \nPLEASE NOTE: Vulcan Park & Museum and Valley View Drive will be closed to the public during the fireworks show. Thunder on the Mountain is visible from multiple vantage points across downtown Birmingham and Homewood!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/thunder-on-the-mountain/
LOCATION:Vulcan Park and Museum\, 1701 Valley View Drive\, Birmingham\, 35209\, United States
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