We look forward to having you at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute!
Reserved entry times are scheduled every 30 minutes starting at 10:00 am and ending at 3:30 pm. Dates are currently open through August 31, 2025.
We are excited to share that timed entry visits for both individual and group visits may now be booked online. Ticket totals of 25 or more will automatically adjust to the reduced group rate of $10.
Tickets to the BCRI are non-refundable. Note: tickets may also be purchased onsite at the BCRI ticket booth.
RESERVED TICKET SLOTS FILL QUICKLY. Each time slot has a maximum capacity for 50 guests.
If the time listed states that the event is "sold out" or "limited quantity", please select a different or additional time. For group reservations of more than 50, you may complete your group by also purchasing the next available time slot using a separate transaction.
For groups with special circumstances or to request a tour guide or debrief session with a historian, please visit our groups page and complete the special request form for groups.
Please note the following guidelines for your visit:
- All bags must be smaller than 9.5 inches x 8.5 inches. Larger items will not be permitted inside the Institute.
- Medical and diaper/baby bags containing essential items are permitted upon inspection.
- No food or drink is allowed in the galleries.
- No flash photography.
- Artifacts, artwork, and exhibit cases are hands off - please do not touch.
Free parking is available behind the building via access from 15th Street N. The Passport Cancellation Station is located in the BCRI Bookstore.
Guests are suggested to maintain social distancing guidelines and wear an optional face mask. If you are experiencing symptoms of illness, please kindly reschedule for a future date.