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Kelly Ingram Park

4.6 (36 reviews)

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John B.

This park across from the famous 16th Street Baptist Church and a museum houses an intriguing array of sculptures tied to the relevant historic events surrounding the Civil Rights Movement. Multiple tour groups appeared to be using it as a staging ground. Besides the attractions, it is surrounded by reminders that all is yet not well in the world, and notably the playground attached to the park was not in great condition. I ended up not having time to do any tours, but it was an interesting site to visit and I may yet return for the museum.

Chantel V.

A must visit. This freedom walk is an emotional one. The sculptures and monuments are truly moving. They are made to be interactive and feel a part. Please make sure to take a walk through. There is also a way to listen to a self guided but narrated tour. Also across the street is the 16th street baptist church, be sure to reflect here and pay respects to the four innocent young ladies who were victims of white American terrorist violence. There is a museum just across from the church, I was unable to stop by but will if ever I am in town again.

Sadie W.

A lovely park to walk around with beautiful statues and monuments representing leaders who helped turn Birmingham around and the four little girls who lost their lives and the 16th St. bombing.

Julio H.

The story of Kelly Ingram is one of valor and camaraderie, but it does not relate to the civil rights movement at all. It is time to rename this park! There are many sculptures sprinkled through the park, and these tell the story of the fight for equality. This park needs a tour on its own to be familiar with the works of art that abound. This park is also the beginning of a walking tour called "the freedom trail". I highly suggest this walking tour, one of many offered by the plaques that stand in the downtown area of Birmingham.

Pumpkin C.

What a great way to educate yourselves freely outdoors while viewing these intimidating sculptures as a remembrance of what has happened to our Brothers and Sisters who've fought and died for our rights. Note: Please be aware of homeless men around the area who will try to educate you on each sculpture as they bribe you for money afterwards.

Can't imagine the Director of Public Safety ordering police to release dogs on people let alone children.
Celeta S.

If your visit the 16th Street Baptist Church or the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute you should walk through the park. It's a free history lesson with a lot of value. Learned about Kelly Ingram, the civil rights movement and viewing the statues was a lesson in itself. Avoid anyone trying to be your tour guide you can simply go at your own pace and learn a lot in this park. It's free and powerful!

Michelle J.

It is across the street from 16th street Baptist Church and the civil rights institute and a beautiful tribute to the lives involuntarily sacrificed in the pursuit of civil rights. The park and the museum and the church really highlight the efforts of young people and the government's role in harassing and terrorizing and violating the rights of its citizens. Bull Connor was real. FBI cover ups-real. Kkk members who were police officers and government officials was common. History must be acknowledged and honored

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Boon C.

This is a memorial park to remember Dr. King famous message across the street at Sixteen Street Baptist Church. It display the civil rights movement during that period of time. The park has many bronze statues. It is well organized in the city of Birmingham. It statue represent the incident of the civil rights hard fought condition. You can observe it in the circle of the walk. The are flower and autumn tree planted in the park. During the foliage, the leave change colors and this park is beautiful. During the weekend, the street parking is free. There many people visit here due the historic baptist church, civil rights museum and this park. The only downside is too many homeless lay down on the park bench. The city need to have the rescue mission able to host this people. I pray the have a place to go when winter approaches.

Gregory S.

Please visit and reflect on the recent history of this city, state, and region. This park is set in the heart of the civil rights district, at the location of the Children's March (see Teaching Tolerance documentary). Across the street, you can see the 16th Street Baptist Church, civil rights institute, a couple black owned cafe's. As you walk through this park, the main features include well-designed sculptures: four little girls, police and German Shepherds, waterhose, symbolism​ of jail house, and the pastors. The perimeter of the park provides direction to various routes on the civil rights March throughout the city.

Sarah R.

I was in town for a few short hours from Nashville and wanted to stop by the Civil Rights museum as well as 16th Street Baptist Church to learn about the history of the area. As I was reading reviews on the church, I kept seeing mentions of a cool park across the street from the church. So I decided to take a stroll and check it out since it looked small and interesting. The park gives some history with words, statues, and a history walking path. It was great to see some of these real events come to life and history in a place where all of these pivotal events happened. I felt safe walking around and there was plenty of parking outside of the park on the street. I would highly recommend, as it only takes about a half hour to see everything.

Jane A.

We visited Kelly Ingram Park after seeing the Civil Rights Museum. I think this order was helpful to ensure you understood who some of the sculptures or memorials were for. Walking around was just eery. It really gets you into the history. The sculptures really draw you in and evoke feelings of the past and present. It's a beautiful park but needs some TLC. The fountain in the center has leaks and hasn't been cleaned in a long time. The signs for different city walks are peeling or faded. I hope the city puts some time into it because this park should never fade away.

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This is such a cool park. I loved the walking tour to go along with the statues. I really learned a lot.

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Nice little patch of green in the city and the statues tell a story of the history of it.

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Great history on the audio tour. I went during the day and was able to finish the tour in about half an hour. A must in Birmingham.

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