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Southern Environmental Center

Track A The Interactive Museum (TIM), a two-story environmental showcase that challenges visitors to slide down a giant sewage pipe, lift a week's worth of garbage, or identify sources of air pollution on a moving city scape model. Tour the nearby EcoScape, a 4-acre outdoor classroom with paths winding through a wetland, past bug sculptures and gardens, and along the woodland trail. Learn about medicinal plants, edible landscapes, and sustainable landscape practices. Make EcoArt. Transform computer wires, bottle tops, etc. into eco-jewelry. Track B The Alabama GeoDome, a 46-seat 4K theatre, showcases Alabama's natural wonders. An adaptive reuse of Meyer Planetarium at BSC, it is a tool for introducing visitors to ecological concepts. Video trailers blend GIS mapping, drone footage, and more to feature the state’s ecology. The minimum group size is 10 people.
900 Arkadelphia Road Birmingham, AL 35254
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205 226-4934
9 am to 4:30 pm M-F; reservation required
American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Admission Charged
Track A: Interactive Museum and EcoScape tours including EcoArt - 2 hours total. Cost is $5/person. Track B: Geodome video trailers of Alabama natural wonders - 1 hour or less, depending on group size/age. Cost is $5/person. Track A & B: $8/person. Teachers are free.
9 am to 4:30 pm M-F; reservation required
2052264934

Getting There

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  • 900 Arkadelphia Road
  • Birmingham, AL 35254
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Where to Stay

Apex Motel

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Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook, Autograph Collection

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InTown Suites Vestavia Hills

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Kings Inn--Civic Center--UAB

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Homewood Lodge

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DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park

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The Redmont, Hilton Curio Brand

Located in the heart of downtown, The Redmont Hotel is the oldest hotel in Birmingham, Alabama. Newly restored, the 14-story historic landmark features 120 newly renovated guest rooms that embrace the glamour of the 1920's. The Redmont Ho...

Southern Comfort Motel

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Upcoming Events

Christmas at Arlington 2023

Celebrate with Arlington's staff and volunteers as they celebrate Christmas Open House. See local designers transform the interior into replications of Christmas past.

Magical Nights: Vulcan’s Holiday Experience

Vulcan Park and Museum will be transformed into a delightful wonderland filled with lights, holiday music, special guest appearances, and Santa.

Magical Nights: Vulcan’s Holiday Experience

Vulcan Park and Museum will be transformed into a delightful wonderland filled with lights, holiday music, special guest appearances, and Santa.

Alabama Ballet Presents George Balanchine's The Nutcracker

Alabama Ballet is proud to present George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® as one of only eight companies in the world licensed by The Balanchine Trust to perform this holiday masterpiece.

Magical Nights: Vulcan’s Holiday Experience

Vulcan Park and Museum will be transformed into a delightful wonderland filled with lights, holiday music, special guest appearances, and Santa.

Magical Nights: Vulcan’s Holiday Experience

Vulcan Park and Museum will be transformed into a delightful wonderland filled with lights, holiday music, special guest appearances, and Santa.

Magical Nights: Vulcan’s Holiday Experience

Vulcan Park and Museum will be transformed into a delightful wonderland filled with lights, holiday music, special guest appearances, and Santa.

Magical Nights: Vulcan’s Holiday Experience

Vulcan Park and Museum will be transformed into a delightful wonderland filled with lights, holiday music, special guest appearances, and Santa.
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Where to Eat

Traditions

Enjoy a home-styled breakfast and lunch. Our slogan is "Down Home, Downtown."

Full Moon Bar-B-Que

Home to our second Full Moon location, our Hoover restaurant is located on the corner of Patton Chapel Road and Highway 31.

Galley & Garden

Farm-to-table American fine dining in an elegant, historic home with intimate rooms & a jazz brunch.

Surin West

Since 1990, Surin has been serving authentic Thai cuisine to diners in Atlanta and the Southeastern U.S.

Milo's

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Cantina Tortilla Grill

Cantina Tortilla Grill has been serving up made-fresh-daily Mexican food in a laid back, fun atmosphere for over 15 years. Our uniquely crafted menu items follow the recipes created by our founder Guillermo Castro, whose love for travel and a passion...

Ghost Train Brewing Co.

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Perry's Steakhouse and Grille

Perry's excels at the unexpected. Our standout style impresses from start to finish with Flaming Desserts and exquisite celebratory touches. Extraordinary service professionals uphold our tradition of excellence, creating a rare experience.
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