Vulcan expanding its Birmingham Walking Tours this season

In 2004, Vulcan Park and Museum (VPM) began its annual Birmingham Walking Tours, which allow participants to experience the beauty and history of the Magic City’s neighborhoods and cultural districts in a fun, informative way with the help of expert guides.

They were the brainchild of Phillip Morris, a local historian and author, according to a VPM news release.

The Birmingham Walking Tours have now dramatically expanded in the new season that began in April. There will be 40 tours on Saturdays and Sundays over the next year.

The VPM staff worked to expand the tours due to the popularity of the events and the increased public interest in more outdoor activity.

“As Birmingham’s only comprehensive history museum, it seemed fitting for us to find innovative ways to connect people with our history outside of the museum,” said Casey Gamble, the VPM museum programs manager.

Some of the tour stops this year are the retail and theater district downtown and Five Points South.

“The research that has been conducted in creating these programs will leave everyone loving the city a little bit more,” Gamble said.

Registration is $25 for VPM members and $40 for non-members.

All tours observe social distancing, masks are required and events will not exceed 20 participants

Reservations and payment are required in advance at visitvulcan.com/tours.