PLAN YOUR VISIT

Ticketing

Admission tickets are available for purchase both online and onsite. All public spaces are sanitized and deep cleaned each day. Guests are suggested to maintain social distancing guidelines and wear an optional face mask. The Passport Cancellation Station is located in the bookstore. Free parking is available behind the building via access from 15th Street N.

Bag Policy

As an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institute, the BCRI has modified and adopted the following bag policy. The Museum’s galleries have limited space. Backpacks and large bags can pose a hazard to artifacts and documents on display, and even to other visitors. They can also cause significant damage to walls and signage. All bags are subject to possible inspection and tagging.

  • All bags will be checked by security.
  • Large daypacks, backpacks, backpack-style purses and luggage will not be permitted in the museum.
  • Lockers are available to rent during your visit.
  • Only bags smaller than 9 ½ inches x 8 ½ inches can be carried into our galleries. Any item not meeting this requirement must be left in a locker.
  • All bags meeting this size restriction must be carried on the front or side of the person. Nothing can be worn on the back in the galleries or the Museum’s other public spaces.
  • Only medical bags and diaper/baby bags containing essentials will be allowed into the galleries; and only after security has inspected and cleared the item(s). All cleared bags/item(s) will be labeled by a security officer prior to entering the galleries.
  • BCRI Administration and/or Security assume and accept no responsibility for stored bags.
  • BCRI reserves the right to deny admission for failure to adhere to this policy.

    • Accessibility

    The Museum is fully accessible to all visitors. Special needs are met with designated parking spaces and a ground level entrance adjacent to the Museum parking lot. Ramps and elevators serve the entrance and lobby. A limited number of wheelchairs are available at the security station near the parking lot entrance. If you have any questions, please speak to the Ticket Booth staff.

    Restrooms

    Restrooms are located on the lower level and second floor. There is a baby changing station near the women’s restroom, located on the lower level near the elevators.

    Photography

    The BCRI permits still and video photography for noncommercial use only in its museums and exhibitions, unless otherwise posted. Due to possible damage to exhibits, flash photography is prohibited.

  • For the safety of our visitors and collections, the BCRI prohibits the use of tripods, monopods, or selfie sticks in our museums. This is a preventive measure to protect visitors and objects, especially during crowded conditions. We encourage museum visitors to take selfies and share their experiences—and leave the selfie sticks in their bags.

  • Working members of the media who need to use a tripod or monopod must obtain permission from the museum’s Gallery Manager and must be escorted by a museum staff member while in the building.

    • Submit A Filming Request

    Admission Fees

    Adults: $15
    Seniors (65+): $13
    Military & Students: $13
    Children Below (below grade 4): Free
    BCRI Members: Free

    Tour and Bookstore Hours

    Tuesday – Saturday (10:00a - 5:00p)
    Sunday & Monday (Closed)
    NOTE: Last admission is one hour before galleries close.

    Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

    520 16th St N,
    Birmingham, AL 35203

    Tour & Gift Store Hours
    Sunday & Monday: Closed
    Tuesday to Saturday: 10am - 3pm CST

    Note: Last admission at 2:00 pm.

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