Willie Mays Archives | Bham Now

Guide to Birmingham Statues – the people edition

Read Time 5 Minutes

Birmingham Alabama — Brother Bryan at Five Points South – photo by Pat Byington

Welcome to the Bham Now Guide to Birmingham statues. This edition features statues honoring people.

Continue reading “Guide to Birmingham Statues – the people edition”

Celebrate Birmingham Day! The Magic City was established in 1871 today (28 photos)

Read Time 1 Minutes

Birmingham, Alabama — Vulcan – Birmingham, Alabama

On December 19th, 1871 – 145 years ago – the city of Birmingham was incorporated by the state of Alabama.

In 1925, the Birmingham City Commission officially adopted December 19th as Birmingham Day.

Continue reading “Celebrate Birmingham Day! The Magic City was established in 1871 today (28 photos)”