Sixteenth Street Baptist Church Education and Visitor Center
Birmingham
Summary
The city is putting up to $250,000 toward a 14,000-square-foot Education and Visitor Center at the historic Sixteenth Street Baptist Church, including a restaurant space, meeting rooms and ADA accessibility — aimed at boosting civil rights tourism.
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Last discussed Jun 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $250,000 in city funds under Amendment No. 772.
Visitors, the historic Civil Rights District, and the local tourism economy.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council (Regular) - Jun 16, 2026
The city is putting up to $250,000 toward a 14,000-square-foot Education and Visitor Center at the historic Sixteenth Street Baptist Church, including a restaurant space, meeting rooms and ADA accessibility — aimed at boosting civil rights tourism.
Birmingham Civil Rights Crossroads Project
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