• The Civil War in Huntsville

    Downtown Huntsville Library 915 Monroe St Southwest, Huntsville, United States

    Learn about the events in Huntsville and Madison County during the American Civil War. HMCPL Archivist Emily Seibel will discuss the lives of Madison County federal spies, local guerillas, and loyalists during the Civil War, highlighting stories from local author Nancy's Rohr's book Rascality in Huntsville 1861-1865: The Spies Among Us. The sessions will be...

  • Stars and Guitars: Iron Horse

    Wilson Park 250 E Tuscaloosa St, Florence, United States

    Join us for an unforgettable evening of bluegrass magic with IRON HORSE! Get ready for a spectacular night of music under the stars! Iron Horse will be bringing their incredible talent and energy to Wilson Park for a FREE concert you won't want to miss.

    Free
  • 2026 Alabaster CityFest

    Thompson High School 1921 Warrior Parkway, Alabaster, United States

    Saturday, June 6, 2026. 9AM - 11PM. Free Admission, free parking, free shuttle buses. Live music from local, regional and nationally recognized artists. Hundreds of vendors and food trucks. Dedicated KidsFest area with 20+ inflatables and children's activities. Car Show.

    Free
  • America 250 Talk – The Constitution of the United States: A Medieval Document?

    Pelham Public Library 2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham, United States

    Free entryPresenter: Michael Burger, professor of history at Auburn University at Montgomery We often like to think that the U.S. Constitution was a revolutionary document, created for a fundamentally new country. While there is something to be said for that view, in fundamental respects the framers of the Constitution were influenced by developments in a...

    Free
  • Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with Niki Sepsas: America’s Atlantic Seaboard: Treasure Trove of History

    Homewood Public Library 1721 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, United States

    This history series presented by Niki Sepsas tells the remarkable story of American Independence and celebrates our 250th anniversary. Provided through a grant from America 250 Alabama. A ramble along the eastern coast of North America to trace the evolution of the earliest English settlements on the continent and their role in shaping the history...

  • “Give Me Liberty, Or Give Me Death” Patrick Henry’s Famous Speech and Program

    Belle Mont Mansion 569 Cook Ln, Tuscumbia, United States

    This program will take place at historic house museum Belle Mont Mansion. It will feature a Patrick Henry interpreter from American Village giving Patrick Henry's famous speech and a program on his life, legacy, and connection to Belle Mont by Mindy Bates, President of the Chief Colbert Chapter of the DAR. It will be free...

    Free
  • Watch Party for The American Revolution Documentary by Ken Burns: Episode 3

    Downtown Huntsville Library 915 Monroe St Southwest, Huntsville, United States

    We will watch one episode each week and finish on July 1, just in time to celebrate America 250. The American Revolution Series: May 27 - Episode 1: In Order to Be Free (May 1754-May 1775) June 3 - Episode 2: An Asylum for Mankind (May 1775 – July 1776) June 10 - Episode 3:...

  • Flag Day & Time Capsule Project – Saraland

    Saraland City Hall 727 Saraland Boulevard South, Saraland, United States

    Be a part of Saraland’s history! Join us on June 12 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall for our Flag Day & Time Capsule Project. Community members are invited to submit memories and items to be preserved in Saraland’s official city archive. Help us capture this moment in time as part of America’s 250th celebration

  • Unearth a Story: Discover Your Patriot Ancestors

    Downtown Huntsville Library 915 Monroe St Southwest, Huntsville, United States

    With the approach of America 250, now is the perfect time to learn how to research your Revolutionary Patriot ancestors. The program will include tips for using genealogy databases and helpful resources specifically for tracing your Patriot lineage. The program will be presented by Alice B. Jones, State Registrar, Alabama Society Daughters of the American...

  • Flag Day

    Sandridge Student Center Ballroom 402 E. Pryor St, Athens, United States

    This free event begins at noon in the Sandridge Student Center, 402 E. Pryor St. There will be a complimentary hot dog lunch following the program.

    Free
  • Stars and Guitars: Austin Bohannon

    Wilson Park 250 E Tuscaloosa St, Florence, United States

    We're excited to announce that Austin Bohannon will be performing at Wilson Park on June 12, 2026! Join us for Stars and Guitars from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for an evening of great live music under the stars.

    Free

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