City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Address: 900 Arkadelphia Rd.
17. SOUTHERN MUSEuM OF FLIGHT
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 833-8226
Description: Appropriately enough, the Southern Museum of Flight resides on the property of the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. It houses some of the world’s most unique aircraft, and everyone from children to grandparents will be entranced by the power of flight. Established by the Birmingham Aero Club in 1965, the museum features artifacts from every American war since the dawn of aviation as well as special exhibits on the Tuskegee Airmen, Korean War jets, and Vietnam War helicopters. In addition to the various aircrafts, the museum is also home to the Alabama Aviation Hall of Fame, a site dedicated to honoring the men and women from the state who have made great strides in flight.
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Address: 1701 Valley View Dr.
19. ART ALLEY
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 879-1105
Address: 109 Broadway St.
Description: Located in suburban Homewood just off Oxmoor Road in the Edgewood neighborhood, Art Alley features works from artists all over the world in a variety of styles and in a location where art authorities and amateurs alike will feel welcome. Owner Jim Smith wants every type of person to feel comfortable walking into his gallery, whether they want to add to an already extensive collection, start a collection, or find a single piece to hang on a particular wall. Consequently, the gallery offers art ranging from $100 to $5,000. The gallery lives up to its name—part of it was, in fact, an alley between two buildings before a facade and roof were added. Whether you’re looking for something in particular or just browsing, there’s a good chance Art Alley has it—or can get it.
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Address: 1 Cobb Ln.
22. BIRMINGHAM ART ASSOCIATION
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 324-9127
Description: The oldest organization dedicated to promoting the arts in Birmingham, the Birmingham Art Association has been active in the area for over a century. The nonprofit, all-volunteer organization assists in putting on exhibitions at local galleries and also helps promote the works of local artists. Membership in the BAA is available to both artists and lovers of art alike. Membership provides the opportunity to meet both artists and arts supporters. For more information on upcoming events or on becoming a member, call or visit their website. BAA meets on the third Mon of the month at 6 p.m. at the Homewood Public Library.
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Address: 2805 Crescent Ave., Suite E
24. GRIFFITH ART GALLERY
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 985-7969
Address: 109 Hilltop Business Dr.
Description: Featuring over 2,500 works in various styles, media, and themes from artists everywhere from Peru to Russia, the Griffith Art Gallery is one of Birmingham’s most comprehensive art galleries. The ground floor contains 3,000 square feet of art on display while upstairs there are more than 10,000 frames for sale, many of which were designed by the Griffiths and incorporate antique materials. Open since 1987 the gallery specializes in original oil and acrylic paintings. Twin brothers Rick and Dave Griffith provide local and regional art aficionados with hard-to-find works to adorn their homes and offices. The sheer volume of art at hand can be a bit overwhelming. If you’re looking for something in particular, call Rick or Dave and if they don’t have it, they can probably find it.
25. LORETTA GOODWIN GALLERY
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 328-1761
Description: Located in the popular Lakeview District just down the street from the Matt Jones Gallery, the Loretta Goodwin Gallery has been in the business of serving discriminating collectors in Birmingham for over 25 years. The steel gates and brick patio at the entrance set a cultured tone that is more than fulfilled by the gallery’s display rooms. Featuring the works of artists both local and national, known and unknown, the Loretta Goodwin Gallery is not afraid to promote an artist it thinks has got “it.” The gallery features a number of shows and exhibitions yearly.
26. MARILYN WILSON GALLERY
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 591-1150
Address: 3908 Clairmont Ave.
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Description: A staple of the Birmingham artistic community for over 35 years, the Marilyn Wilson Gallery features works in all styles from various local and national artists at its Forest Park location. Located just across the street from Naked Art, the Marilyn Wilson Gallery showcases various forms of artistic expression in everything from paintings to crafts. The gallery also offers museum-quality framing. While other galleries have come and gone, the Marilyn Wilson Gallery continues to grow, moving into a new 5,000-square-foot space recently. It is a testament to the gallery’s support of local artists that is reciprocated by the artists and art patrons alike.
27. MATT JONES GALLERY
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 521-6656
Description: Just down the street from the Loretta Goodwin Gallery in the Lakeview District is the Matt Jones Gallery. Featuring works from a number of artists in a variety of styles within its ample 7,500 square feet of exhibition space, the Matt Jones Gallery has drawn significant support from local art patrons in its short existence in the Magic City. For all of the magnificent art on display, perhaps the most significant feature of the Matt Jones Gallery is the building in which it is housed. Located in an old iron finery with high ceilings and natural light, the Matt Jones Gallery once again demonstrates Birmingham’s successful transition from an industrial past to a promising future. The facility is available for wedding receptions, events, and parties.
28. MONTY STABLER GALLERY
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 879-9888
Description: Located across from Homewood’s SoHo district, the Monty Stabler Gallery offers works from well-known national and international artists as well as local artists. Visitors will find abstract and figurative paintings, botanical prints, sculptures, pottery, and more. Featuring respected artists such as Frank Fleming, Dorothy Gillispie, and Nieto, the well-respected gallery has been in business in Birmingham for nearly a quarter-century. The gallery holds monthly exhibits with new works from featured artists with “meet the artist” receptions. It also offers custom framing. Call or visit the website for more information on upcoming events.
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Address: 3831 Clairmont Ave.
30. RED DOT GALLERY
City: Birmingham, AL
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (205) 870-7608
Address: 1001 Stuart St.
Description: Founded by artists Scott Bennett and Dori DeCamillis, the Red Dot Gallery offers art classes and studio space to local aspiring artists. With classes for children and adults, Red Dot teaches the principles and elements of various artistic styles whether you’re 7 or 70. While Red Dot specializes in teaching, it also holds exhibits and features the works of its own teachers and students alike. Call or visit the website for more information on how to sign up for a class at this great community asset.