GROUPS AND FIELD TRIPS

BCRI Offers a Reduced Rate for Groups of 25+ 

Group visits can now be booked online through the BCRI Tickets page. 

Groups of 25 or more receive a reduced admission rate of $10 per person for all guests above 3rd grade. 

For groups with special circumstances, or to request a guided tour or debrief session with a historian, please complete the Special Request Form for Groups. 

Most self-guided, multi-media tours through our historic galleries take approximately 90 minutes. 

Planning Your Group Visit 

50% non-refundable deposit required to confirm group visit.
 
Tickets for any groups of 25 or more are 10.00 per person. Please confirm the count before purchasing.
 
Payments are accepted on our website and by phone Tuesday – Friday 10:00 am- 3:00pm.
 
Additional tickets may be purchased onsite at the BCRI Ticket Booth upon arrival.
 
Due to capacity limits, groups are admitted in waves of up to 50 guests approximately every 15 minutes.

Parking 

Free parking for cars and buses is available behind the building with access from 15th Street North. 

School Field Trips

School field trip reservations must be made by a K–12 school administrator or educator and are available September through May.

Please note that BCRI visits are best suited for students in 3rd grade and above.

We recommend booking field trips at least 30 days in advance.

Field Trip Pricing 

Grades 4–12: $10 per student for groups 25 or more

Grades 3 and Under: Free

Group rates of 10.00 per person applies to any group of 25 or more

Chaperones Required 

All children and students must be accompanied by adult chaperones at all times, including teachers and parents. 

Required chaperone ratios: 

Grades 4–12: One (1) chaperone for every eight (8) students 

Grades 3 and Under: One (1) chaperone for every six (6) students 

Chaperones are responsible for supervising students, helping enforce museum guidelines, and ensuring a respectful experience for all visitors. 

Special Request Form for Groups 

Please use this form if your group has a special circumstance that prevents you from booking online through our Tickets page, or if you would like to request additional services such as a guided tour or debrief session with a historian. 

Payment Information 

To Make Payment by Phone 

Phone: 866-328-9696 ext. 229 

Tuesday–Friday 

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (CST) 

 

To Make Payment by Check 

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute 

520 16th Street North 

Birmingham, AL 35203 

Please include a copy of your invoice with your mailed check. 

 

To Contact the Groups Team 

Email: grouptours@bcri.org 

The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute will reopen on May 27, 2026 at noon.

This brief delayed opening will allow staff and vendors time to complete final preparations for safe public access to the building. Thank you again for your patience, support, and understanding throughout this process. We look forward to welcoming visitors back today.