History of BCRI (1990s)1991 The Historical Preservation Authority of Birmingham issues revenue bonds for financing a portion of the cost of redesigning Kelly Ingram Park and constructing the Civil Rights Institute. 1992 The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and the City of Birmingham enter into a funding and management agreement for both the Institute and the Carver properties, which include the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame. November 14, 1992 The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute unveils a statue of Reverend Fred L. Shuttlesworth sculpted by John Rhoden of New York, formerly of Birmingham. November 15, 1992 The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute is officially dedicated. Former UN Ambassador Andrew Young is the main speaker at dedication ceremonies. November 16, 1992 The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute opens to the public. |











