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.
About under an hour from Birmingham by car.
Alerts
- ClosureNPS ↗A.G Gaston Motel Closed for Construction
The 1954 wing of the A.G. Gaston Motel is closed for renovation. Visit the Temporary Visitor Center in the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute at 520 16th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203 open Wednesday–Friday 10 am to 4 pm. The construction is expected to take 18 months.
Fees & passes
Free. No entrance fee here.
Hours
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Visitor centers
- A.G. Gaston Motel (Temporarily Closed)Passport stamp
The 1954 wing of the A.G. Gaston Motel, including the visitor center, is temporarily closed. The A.G. Gaston Motel served as the headquarters for the Birmingham campaign.
- Temporary Visitor Center (Birmingham Civil Rights Institute)Passport stamp
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument opened this visitor center in August 2026, while renovations of the A.G. Gaston Motel continue. The visitor center is located inside the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute which helps connect the Birmingham Civil Rights story to the larger struggle for civil…
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News
- Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument Opens Temporary Visitor Center During Renovations ↗2026-08-17
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument is opening a temporary visitor center at the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. The Temporary Visitor center will be open until renovations of the A.G.
- Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument Temporarily Closes A.G. Gaston Motel for Renovation ↗2026-04-28
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument will temporarily close the A.G. Gaston Motel to renovate the historic 1954 wing of the motel.
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Weather & climate
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.
Questions people ask
Does Birmingham Civil Rights charge an entrance fee?
No. Birmingham Civil Rights is free to enter.
Source: National Park Service
What are the hours at Birmingham Civil Rights?
Standard hours are 10:00AM - 3:00PM on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and it is closed on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.
Source: National Park Service
Is anything closed at Birmingham Civil Rights right now?
1 active alert as of October 14, 2026: A.G Gaston Motel Closed for Construction.
Source: Alerts
Is there cell service at Birmingham Civil Rights?
At the park's reference point, FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G. Coverage inside the park varies by location.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
When was Birmingham Civil Rights established?
2017.
Source: Wikipedia
What is the weather like at Birmingham Civil Rights?
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.
Source: Weather & climate
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