Vulcan is 120! Birmingham’s icon has had quite a life, starting with promoting the city to the world in 1904, and keeping an eye on us all from his tower since the 1930s. Although he is currently in pristine health and well cared for, that cannot be said for all of Vulcan’s existence. The iron […]

Vulcan may be the world’s largest cast iron statue, but he still needs help blowing out his birthday candles! On Sunday, June 2 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., join Vulcan Park and Museum for Vulcan’s 120th Birthday Bash. Enjoy a wonderful Sunday afternoon at Vulcan Park with music by The Fungis band, dance performances […]

On July 4, the City of Birmingham welcomes all to visit and watch live a breathtaking show in honor of those who have fought for our country’s independence. Spectators can listen to the soundtrack exclusively on iHeart media radio stations 102.5 The Bull, 103.1 The Vulcan, 103.7 The Q, 104.1 The Beat, Birmingham’s ALT 991, […]

Please join us for Moretti, Mercer, and Marble! In partnership with the @alabamahumanities we are excited to host teachers and all curious folks to learn about Vulcan sculptor Giuseppi Moretti, his longtime assistant, artist and Marengo County native Geneva Mercer, and their work with our famous Alabama marble! Scholars include Graham Boettcher, Ph.D., Hugh Daniel […]

Details coming soon!