Vulcan Park Events
Park Activities
Events | Members Only Events | Exhibitions
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Vulcan Park is always a fun place to visit
We recommend the Top 10 Things to Do at Vulcan Park!
- Get an up close look at the largest cast iron statue in the entire world!
- Count the number of stairs to the top of Vulcan's 124' pedestal.
- Enjoy a picnic lunch on the overlook and see the best panoramic view of Birmingham's skyline.
- Have your picture taken beside a life-size replica of Vulcan's foot. (Camera not provided.)
- Light the green torch that Vulcan held in his hand high above Birmingham for more than 50 years.
- View Fertile Imagination art exhibit in the Linn Henley Gallery.
- Discover surprises at Vulcan Park and beyond by completing the Vulcan Park Scavenger Hunt available with admission.
- Record your own memories of Vulcan on an interactive touch screen computer.
- Find your neighborhood on the giant stone map of Birmingham.
- Buy a Vulcan souvenir from the gift shop to remember your visit to Vulcan Park!
Upcoming Events
Besides daily opportunities for fun at Vulcan Park, there are several events planned throughout the year to enrich your Vulcan experience.
Teacher Workshop
Hosted by Vulcan Park Foundation and Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark
Saturday, September 16 9:00 am - 2 pm
$20 (includes lunch & iron pour )
Please join us for the second annual Vulcan Park Teacher Workshop. Learn more about the geologic history of Red Mountain and the connection of iron, coal and limestone to the growth of Birmingham.
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Scott Brande, UAB
* Tour of Vulcan Park & Sloss Furnaces
* Create your own cast iron object
* Informational packets will include attendance certificates
Register for Teacher Workshop TODAY.
Vulcan AfterTunes Fall Concert Series in conjunction with Reg's Coffee House
Sunday, September 24 at 2:00 pm
"Sloss Furnaces: The Evolution of Birminghams Iron Plantation"
Karen Utz, Curator at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark
Additional info TBA.
Downtown Walking Tour
Saturday, October 7
Additional info TBA.
Children's Printmaking Workshop
Saturday, November 4
Additional info TBA.
Members Only Events!
Don't miss out on some exciting events happening at Vulcan Park! VPF Members receive discounts to all Vulcan Park events.
Hidden Treasures was held Saturday, July 15 when fourteen local arts & cultural organizations collaborated for a day of adventure and discovery as a special way to thank members for their support.
As a member of Vulcan Park Foundation, you were entitled to all of the unique activities planned for the day. These activities included free admission at participating attractions with special performances and something for the whole family to enjoy.
Want to attend Members Only events or learn more about Vulcan Park Membership?
Exhibitions
The Linn-Henley gallery at Vulcan Park hosts periodically changing exhibits for visitors to appreciate the variety and abundance of area resources, both human and natural.
For events happening throughout Central Alabama, visit www.activeculture.info.