Presented by the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, the Department of Justice, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, this 14th annual, two-day conference is open to all who are interested in joining the discussion. This year's conference features presentations by FBI Director … Read More

Come join us for a day of interactive events at ANIME STEAM Saturday! Events will include STEM activities, as well as a discussion and demonstration on the how to’s of creating anime with the creator of Black Lion & Cubs. … Read More

Sign up HERE to join the recitation. Dr. King's Letter from a Birmingham Jail: A Community Recitation Friday, April 12, 2024 | 10:00 am to 1:00 pm BCRI Grand Staircase, 520 16th Street N, Birmingham Join us as we commemorate … Read More

CURATE ART Art Walk With Wayne   Tuesday, Feb 6 | 12 to 1 pm | Woolfolk Gallery Journey behind the scenes of BCRI's historic art collection with Wayne Coleman, Director of Archives, and learn the science of curation - … Read More

This Martin Luther King Day, immerse yourself in a celebration of courage, justice, and community at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute! Join us for a day filled with meaningful activities, vibrant performances, and celebrations of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. … Read More

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Families as well as community members will have the opportunity to learn about how we celebrate Kwanzaa, what the principles are, and the meaning of the symbols all the while shopping with multiple types of vendors in the Ujamaa Market. … Read More

The future is here! Join the Birmingham Squadron for a game-changing event at Legacy Arena at the BJCC celebrating STEM - science, technology, engineering, and math. Kids of all ages can engage with hands-on demos and much more. We'll have … Read More

On Friday, November 17, 2023, we will have our 31st anniversary celebration, which promises to be an unforgettable evening. It will feature a dynamic blend of live music, a new gallery experience, and other engaging activities! The heart of this … Read More

Join the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute for an evening of fun, hands-on science activities. Learn to DJ, create a robot, enter a virtual reality, or enjoy star gazing and drones under the night sky!

Shining a Light on Human Rights Across Birmingham’s Past, Present, and Future. Starting at 10 AM, the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute will welcome guests to Heritage Alive!, a community event where attendees of all ages will create signs, parade streamers, and … Read More

The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute is proud to partner with the Birmingham Public Library Central Branch to share the Men of Change: Power. Triumph. Truth. exhibit. The exhibit will open at BCRI and the Public Library Central Branch on September 16th and … Read More

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, 16th Street Baptist Church, the University of Illinois Center for Children's Books, Birmingham Public Library, the Hoover Public Library, The Morgan Project, Make it Happen Children's Theater, Sloss Furnaces, the Footsoldiers … Read More

On September 9, BCRI will feature Birmingham artist and native Willie Williams, Jr. and his artwork commemorating the lives of the Four Little Girls of 1963 entitled “4 the Little Girls”, available for sale in print and book versions. Join … Read More

MoCaFi is a financial services platform to help excluded communities create pathways to wealth through better access to public, private, and social capital. On Our Block pop-ups bring mobile banking, financial coaching, and wealth education to neighborhoods traditionally excluded from … Read More

On July 8th, author Neena Speer will host a discussion on her books Dear Future CEO ®ANI: A Thriving Business Owner's Secret & I Want To Be A Trillionaire When I Grow Up. Neena will also sign copies of her books for all who attend. About … Read More

Sally’s Night is a nationwide celebration of women in STEM led by the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum, in collaboration with 21 Smithsonian Affiliate organizations. Sally’s Night honors Sally Ride’s legacy as an astronaut, physicist, educator, and advocate for … Read More

Make sure you're invited to the BCRI Cookout! Our team has curated a commemorative Juneteenth event as a tribute to the many celebrations that have taken place in Magic City backyards throughout the past. As we celebrate freedom and independence, … Read More

Tiffany Lynette Reese was born in Birmingham, Alabama in October of 1984. She was raised and educated in the Fairfield City School System. She developed a love for reading at a young age. Her love for reading later sparked her … Read More

Ms. Muhammad will read the book and lead participants in breathing and yoga exercise. All participants are encouraged to bring a large towel or yoga mat.

The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute is excited to announce our 6th annual commemorative reenactment of the historic Children’s Crusade. Also known as the Children’s March, this annual event is designed to bring together current students from the greater Birmingham area … Read More

As we commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the 1963 Children's Crusade, BCRI welcomes Paul Kix, author of "You Have to Be Prepared to Die Before You Can Begin to Live: Ten Weeks in Birmingham That Changed America." From journalist Paul … Read More

BCRI Historical Content Expert, Mr. Barry McNealy will provide FREE walking tours of Kelly Ingram Park every Saturday in April beginning at 10:00am. This is a project of Alabama Tourism.

The Community of Readers program at BCRI aims to bridge the gap between literacy and parental involvement by instructing families about better reading habits, promoting local parents’ belief in their own capabilities as educational mentors, and using books to enhance … Read More

BCRI Historical Content Expert, Mr. Barry McNealy will provide FREE walking tours of Kelly Ingram Park every Saturday in April beginning at 10:00am. This is a project of Alabama Tourism.