The complete Magic City brewery trail!?

It’s no secret Birmingham has the best brewery scene in the South! We cultivated a unique and well-CRAFTED beer trail highlighting all of Birmingham’s local microbreweries. This list offers events, beer flavors, and historical facts. Pack your growler and maybe some water because this trail will certainly make you feel HOPPY!

Birmingham Holiday traditions then and now!?

Some may recall the Enchanted Forest at the Pizitz or the Christmas light display on 20th street; Birmingham has a rich history and continues to create new traditions. As we take you through a deep dive into the historic holiday seasons, Birmingham is continuing to change to be a more inclusive and vibrant city.

10 surprising (and impressive) facts about Birmingham?

New to Birmingham — or maybe heading out with a local? Whether you’re making small talk on a first date, chatting with coworkers or just want to flex your trivia skills, these fun facts about the Magic City are guaranteed to impress.

In town for the Magic City Classic? Here’s a guide to all the must-see spots!?

Since so many folks will be traveling into the Magic City for the Classic, we figured we would put together a little guide on all the things to see while you’re here! There is so much to do, we know it can get overwhelming – so if you don’t know where to start just keep reading and we’ll guide you through our city. Here we go!

Cheers to A.G. Gaston Motel Restoration! Let’s keep historic preservation rolling in Birmingham?

Birmingham is celebrating the restoration of the A.G. Gaston Motel, a historic landmark in the Civil Rights District. The building’s restoration has been a long time coming, and it’s a gift for Birmingham to have the preserved motel be a place where people can visit and learn. Congratulations to all the people from the City of Birmingham, the federal government and the community who labored to restore this treasure for many more generations to experience and enjoy. So, what building should we work on preserving next, Birmingham? Keep reading to see what REV President & CEO, David Fleming, has to say about the matter!

Alabama Peanut Company: the evolution of a beloved downtown business?

The Alabama Peanut Company has been around for ages and is a Downtown Birmingham staple. Not only do they serve delicious peanuts (both boiled and roasted) but the storefront serves as a reminder of people’s childhoods. Keep reading to learn more about the evolution on the country’s oldest peanut merchant!

The vanishing authenticity of Birmingham?

Much of the “Birmingham character” that we appreciate and promote today is thanks to the many beautiful historic buildings and homes that still stand. Our concentration of historic structures is unique, and it’s an asset for our entire region’s economic development and growth, as that authenticity attracts people seeking sense of place and quality of life. But how do we ensure that the authenticity doesn’t begin to vanish as we continue to revive these historic structures?

20th Street North’s transformation: A new chapter for downtown?

Birmingham’s 20th Street has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, becoming a revitalized gateway for downtown’s bustling business, residential and entertainment communities.

Sacred spaces: 8 historic congregations to visit and explore downtown?

Downtown Birmingham is a cityscape of contrast — where sleek new structures rise alongside storied buildings that have shaped the city for over a century. Among these architectural treasures are churches — some modest, others grand — but all deeply rooted in Birmingham’s cultural and spiritual history.

A historic retail block transformed: The Pizitz and New Ideal buildings then and now?

Downtown Birmingham retail is regaining its strength now, with some of the department stores of yesteryear finding new life with different uses.