A major new exhibition traces the Birmingham Museum of Art’s growing collection of Black American art, from its first acquisition in 1971 to more than 1,000 works by more than 250 artists.

The new Sixteenth Street Baptist Church Education & Visitor Center invites a new generation to remember four lives, reckon with the past and consider the work still ahead.

Cullman’s 44th annual Oktoberfest returns this fall with four days of German heritage, live entertainment, family-friendly activities and a new youth ambassador.

A Hueytown native, Roberson draws on his Alabama roots to create clothing rooted in Southern culture, craftsmanship, and character.

From a Tennessee windowsill to an Alabama farm, the story behind 1818 Farms’ floral artistry—and how you can create a handmade piece yourself.

In Steven Potaczek’s new book, the musician-turned-professor argues authenticity is the one thing AI can’t fake.

The historic Birmingham theatre opens its 2026-2027 season with Mary Badham and Cecilia Peck in Growing Up With Atticus, a new work exploring the legacy of To Kill a Mockingbird.

From a mountaintop art festival to a week-long county fair, Alabama’s calendar is packed as summer eases into fall.

Alabama Sawyer marks ten years of turning fallen trees into heirlooms—and invites the state to celebrate with them.

From Jim Crow to today, one family’s oral history of a Creole settlement—and the ground it’s slowly losing.

For the first time, Soul of the South is opening its doors to the public.

On a Sunday afternoon this month, one of the most recognized names in classical music will take the stage at Troy University’s Davis Theatre—not in New York, not in Vienna, but in Montgomery.

This September, Airing of the Quilts festival registrants have the chance to win one of three one-of-a-kind quilted bags handmade by Gee’s Bend quilter Annie Lou Square.

From lakeside festivals to bonsai gardens, there’s something for everyone this upcoming Labor Day weekend.

A yearlong exhibition traces street art’s rise from the sidewalk to the gallery wall.

Nobel laureate and former Governor David Beasley believes the dinner table might be the most powerful tool for peace we have.

A reflection on how one woman’s commitment to literacy, kindness, and generosity left a lasting imprint on a state she never lived in, but clearly loved.

Before fall takes over, Tuscaloosa’s Ernest & Hadley shares five Southern reads worth making time for.

Ahead of the 28th Annual Sidewalk Film Festival, three programmers share their can’t-miss picks and insider tips.

From a beloved film festival to whiskey tastings, car shows and farmer’s markets, Alabama has plenty to offer this week. Whether you’re looking for a night out, a family-friendly outing or a chance to support a good cause, here’s what’s happening around the state. Sidewalk Film Festival — Birmingham AUGUST 24TH-30TH Downtown Birmingham transforms into […]

More than 100 chefs are converging on Birmingham for 10 days of food, music, and community this September.