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Birmingham Museum of Art
Location
The Birmingham Museum of Art is located at 2000 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd
(formerly 8th Avenue North) in downtown Birmingham. The Museum sits on the
corner of Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd. and Richard Arrington, Jr. Boulevard
(21st Street North) on the left (north-west) side of the street.
T: 205.254.2565 F: 205.254.2714
MUSEUM HOURS:
Tuesday—Saturday
10am—5pm
Sunday
Noon-5pm
CLOSED MONDAYS &
Major Holidays
Admission
General Museum admission is free. Admission may be charged for special
blockbuster exhibitions.
Parking
Free parking is available in the Museum lot, located behind the Museum off
Richard Arrington, Jr. Boulevard. Designated parking spaces are available for
visitors with disabilities. Additional parking is available in nearby Boutwell Parking
Deck and in public parking spaces along Ninth Avenue North. The Museum
cannot validate parking in areas other than our attached lot.
Photography Policy
Flash photography and tripods are not permitted in the Museum. Visitors may
obtain a non-flash photography pass at the security station of any entrance.
Photography is not permitted in special exhibitions. Works of art on loan from
private collections or other institutions may not be photographed. Hand-held video
cameras may be used with a photography pass.
Safety and Security
To ensure the safety of our collection and all visitors to the Museum, visitors are
required to check bags larger than 11 x 15 inches. Lockers are provided. Visitors
are asked to carry bags on one shoulder and to maintain a distance of 1 foot from
works of art. The use of pens is not allowed; pencils may be used to take notes or
sketch. The use of cell phones is not permitted in the galleries.
For more information about the museum and its exhibits and upcoming paid
events please visit their www.artsbma.org
The Birmingham Museum of Art is located at 2000 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd
(formerly 8th Avenue North) in downtown Birmingham. The Museum sits on the
corner of Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd. and Richard Arrington, Jr. Boulevard
(21st Street North) on the left (north-west) side of the street.
T: 205.254.2565 F: 205.254.2714
MUSEUM HOURS:
Tuesday—Saturday
10am—5pm
Sunday
Noon-5pm
CLOSED MONDAYS &
Major Holidays
Admission
General Museum admission is free. Admission may be charged for special
blockbuster exhibitions.
Parking
Free parking is available in the Museum lot, located behind the Museum off
Richard Arrington, Jr. Boulevard. Designated parking spaces are available for
visitors with disabilities. Additional parking is available in nearby Boutwell Parking
Deck and in public parking spaces along Ninth Avenue North. The Museum
cannot validate parking in areas other than our attached lot.
Photography Policy
Flash photography and tripods are not permitted in the Museum. Visitors may
obtain a non-flash photography pass at the security station of any entrance.
Photography is not permitted in special exhibitions. Works of art on loan from
private collections or other institutions may not be photographed. Hand-held video
cameras may be used with a photography pass.
Safety and Security
To ensure the safety of our collection and all visitors to the Museum, visitors are
required to check bags larger than 11 x 15 inches. Lockers are provided. Visitors
are asked to carry bags on one shoulder and to maintain a distance of 1 foot from
works of art. The use of pens is not allowed; pencils may be used to take notes or
sketch. The use of cell phones is not permitted in the galleries.
For more information about the museum and its exhibits and upcoming paid
events please visit their www.artsbma.org
Alabama State Capitol
Location: 600 Dexter Ave., Montgomery, Alabama
36104
Tours: Monday – Friday: Self-guided tours are
available daily to individuals and small groups
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CST. Pre-arranged guided
tours are offered hourly for groups of 15 or more.
Saturday: Guided tours are available at 9 a.m.,
11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. to individuals and
groups. Closed Sundays and state holidays.
Groups: All guided tours must be pre-arranged
through the Tour Office. The tours are free to
the public.
Info from: www.alabamabeautiful.com
Telephone: (334) 242-3935
Email: capitoltours@preserveala.org
36104
Tours: Monday – Friday: Self-guided tours are
available daily to individuals and small groups
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CST. Pre-arranged guided
tours are offered hourly for groups of 15 or more.
Saturday: Guided tours are available at 9 a.m.,
11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. to individuals and
groups. Closed Sundays and state holidays.
Groups: All guided tours must be pre-arranged
through the Tour Office. The tours are free to
the public.
Info from: www.alabamabeautiful.com
Telephone: (334) 242-3935
Email: capitoltours@preserveala.org
Alabama State Archives and Museum
Locaton: 624 Washington Ave.
Montgomery, AL 36130
(334) 242-4435
"We tell the story of the people of Alabama by preserving
records and artifacts of historical value and promoting a
better understanding of Alabama history."
Museum Tours Are Free!
Archives Building - Open Monday through Friday
8:30-4:30, except on State Holidays
Research Room - Open Tuesday through Friday
8:30-4:30, except on State Holidays
Archives Museum galleries - Open Monday through
Friday
8:30-4:30, except on State Holidays
The Archives is closed on Saturdays.
The Research Room is closed on Mondays.
Check into GrandMa's Attic for children!
Please visit the web site for more info!
www.archives.alabama.gov
Montgomery, AL 36130
(334) 242-4435
"We tell the story of the people of Alabama by preserving
records and artifacts of historical value and promoting a
better understanding of Alabama history."
Museum Tours Are Free!
Archives Building - Open Monday through Friday
8:30-4:30, except on State Holidays
Research Room - Open Tuesday through Friday
8:30-4:30, except on State Holidays
Archives Museum galleries - Open Monday through
Friday
8:30-4:30, except on State Holidays
The Archives is closed on Saturdays.
The Research Room is closed on Mondays.
Check into GrandMa's Attic for children!
Please visit the web site for more info!
www.archives.alabama.gov
Blount County Memorial Museum
204 2nd St No
Oneonta, Alabama 35121-1740
205-625-6905
204 2nd St No
Oneonta, Alabama 35121-1740
205-625-6905
Museum hours are Tuesday through Friday
9:00a.m. to 3:00p.m.
Admission is FREE.
The Blount County Memorial Museum was
opened to the public in 1970. The museum was
made possible by the efforts of the Blount County
Historical Society and Blount County residents,
building on a memorial fund of $2,500.00 to
honor Blount County war veterans which was
donated in the 1950's. It was perhaps the most
important project undertaken by the historical
society to date.
Today, the museum stands proudly to display
the united efforts of those individuals and
organizations that chose to honor Blount
County's war veterans and to appreciate the
heritage of the past and the need to preserve it.
This is a debt we owe to the past, present and
future.
The museum archives include more than 1000
research volumes and over 500 files on Blount
County families. The museum offers:
publications by local authors, post cards, prints,
note cards, art print ceramic tiles, and souvenirs
of Blount County.
The Museum has a meeting area with a seating
capacity of fifty is available to civic, school and
tour groups.
The Museum is offering free access to
ancestory.com for Historical Society members.
Membership is $10.00 per year. Members
recieve quarterly newsletters that will inform
them when and where meetings will be held.
9:00a.m. to 3:00p.m.
Admission is FREE.
The Blount County Memorial Museum was
opened to the public in 1970. The museum was
made possible by the efforts of the Blount County
Historical Society and Blount County residents,
building on a memorial fund of $2,500.00 to
honor Blount County war veterans which was
donated in the 1950's. It was perhaps the most
important project undertaken by the historical
society to date.
Today, the museum stands proudly to display
the united efforts of those individuals and
organizations that chose to honor Blount
County's war veterans and to appreciate the
heritage of the past and the need to preserve it.
This is a debt we owe to the past, present and
future.
The museum archives include more than 1000
research volumes and over 500 files on Blount
County families. The museum offers:
publications by local authors, post cards, prints,
note cards, art print ceramic tiles, and souvenirs
of Blount County.
The Museum has a meeting area with a seating
capacity of fifty is available to civic, school and
tour groups.
The Museum is offering free access to
ancestory.com for Historical Society members.
Membership is $10.00 per year. Members
recieve quarterly newsletters that will inform
them when and where meetings will be held.
Wiregrass Museum of Art, Dothan, Alabama
HOURS
Monday: Closed
Tues - Sat: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed
The Museum will be closed New Year's Day,
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
GENERAL ADMISSION Free
CONTACT Address 126 Museum Ave Dothan, AL
36303
We are located beside the Dothan Civic Center in
historic downtown Dothan. Three blocks east of the
Houston County Courthouse and only 1.86 miles from
the Southeast Alabama Medical Center.
Phone: (334) 794-3871
Fax: (334) 792-9035
Mission Statement
The mission of the Wiregrass Museum of Art is to
increase awareness, education and appreciation of
the visual and decorative fine arts by providing quality
exhibitions and interpretive programs in Southeast
Alabama; and by collecting and holding in trust
important and significant works of art that reflect our
cultural heritage and give inspiration and expression
to the human spirit and experience.
http://wiregrassmuseum.org
Monday: Closed
Tues - Sat: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed
The Museum will be closed New Year's Day,
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
GENERAL ADMISSION Free
CONTACT Address 126 Museum Ave Dothan, AL
36303
We are located beside the Dothan Civic Center in
historic downtown Dothan. Three blocks east of the
Houston County Courthouse and only 1.86 miles from
the Southeast Alabama Medical Center.
Phone: (334) 794-3871
Fax: (334) 792-9035
Mission Statement
The mission of the Wiregrass Museum of Art is to
increase awareness, education and appreciation of
the visual and decorative fine arts by providing quality
exhibitions and interpretive programs in Southeast
Alabama; and by collecting and holding in trust
important and significant works of art that reflect our
cultural heritage and give inspiration and expression
to the human spirit and experience.
http://wiregrassmuseum.org
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Cook's Natural Science Museum
412 13th ST SE
Decatur, AL 35601
on the corner of 5th AV SE and 13th ST SE
Phone 256-350-9347
Hours of operation:
Monday through Saturday
9am-12pm and 1pm-5pm
Sunday 2pm-5pm
Closed New Years Day, Thanksgiving,
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
We're more than just a business. Cook's is an involved part of each community it
serves.
Description:
Cook's Natural Science Museum offers an educational experience for individuals,
schools, church groups and various other organizations completely free of charge.
The museum provides extensive collections of beautiful and exotic insects, mounted
birds and animals, rocks and minerals, sea shells and coral. Protected and
endangered species are included in the museum's vast collection and many
animals are shown in their natural habitats. Wildlife common to the Tennessee
Valley is featured in one display with over fifty species of insects, animals, and water
life from the region. In addition, unusual and practical gifts, related to natural science,
are available for purchase from our gift counter.
Enjoy an educational and fun trip to one of North Alabama's most inspiring
attractions. Our talking exhibits will impress you. There are exhibits to be touched
and you will experience a thrill as you view the live displays-up close. Our
professional staff can extend the stay with interesting natural history films.
Cook's Natural Science Museum
412 13th ST SE
Decatur, AL 35601
on the corner of 5th AV SE and 13th ST SE
Phone 256-350-9347
Hours of operation:
Monday through Saturday
9am-12pm and 1pm-5pm
Sunday 2pm-5pm
Closed New Years Day, Thanksgiving,
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
We're more than just a business. Cook's is an involved part of each community it
serves.
Description:
Cook's Natural Science Museum offers an educational experience for individuals,
schools, church groups and various other organizations completely free of charge.
The museum provides extensive collections of beautiful and exotic insects, mounted
birds and animals, rocks and minerals, sea shells and coral. Protected and
endangered species are included in the museum's vast collection and many
animals are shown in their natural habitats. Wildlife common to the Tennessee
Valley is featured in one display with over fifty species of insects, animals, and water
life from the region. In addition, unusual and practical gifts, related to natural science,
are available for purchase from our gift counter.
Enjoy an educational and fun trip to one of North Alabama's most inspiring
attractions. Our talking exhibits will impress you. There are exhibits to be touched
and you will experience a thrill as you view the live displays-up close. Our
professional staff can extend the stay with interesting natural history films.
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