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 Whether you are a newcomer or native, the UAB experience is unique. There is a vast array of activities, exhibitions and special events going on throughout the year. Newcomers often learn about services and activities through experience and word of mouth. To give you a head start, we’ve highlighted a few we think might be of interest to you as a student. For the latest updates for happenings in Magic City, as well as information about the city and its resources, you might want to bookmark these websites: Alabama Adventure Alabama’s Family Place! Located just 20 minutes from UAB traveling west on I- 20/59. Alabama Adventure Theme Park, home of Splash Beach and Magic City USA, is the state’s only combined Theme and Water Park. Relax by the pools and let the day slide by. Experience Magic City USA where you can race through the day on Rampage, reach for the stars on Space Shot or enjoy a star-studded Concert Series at the Amphitheater. Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame The historic Carver Theater, in the Civil Rights District at 1631 4th Ave. N., is home to Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame. Alabama Sports Hall of Fame The Sports Hall of Fame is housed in the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex at 22nd St. N. and Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. N. Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center The Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center, located at 1200 10th Ave. S., anchors the Fine Arts Plaza on the southwest edge of the UAB campus. This new performance and teaching facility supports the university’s diverse educational programs in music and theater. It is home for the finest professional artists, nationally and internationally, for the educational and cultural enrichment of both campus and community. For ticket information call 975-ARTS or 934-8001. Arlington House The Arlington House at 331 Cotton Ave. S.W. is a fine example of Greek revival architecture dating from the 1840s. Arlington is a center for historical, cultural and civic activities. Barber Vintage Motorsports Park and Museum Barber Motorsports Park hosts various races throughout the year and is home to the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, a collection of more than 900 motorcycles and 50 cars. Located near Leeds at 6030 Barber Motorsports Parkway. Botanical Gardens Few places in Birmingham offer the beauty and serenity of the Botanical and Japanese Gardens, open from sunrise to sunset. With free admission, take the opportunity to stroll along the paths of 67 acres of beautiful gardens next to the zoo on Lane Park. Birmingham Civil Rights Institute Celebrate the modern civil rights movement at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute through artifacts, music, multimedia presentations, detailed exhibits, and an archival research program. At 520 16th St. N. Birmingham Museum of Art The Birmingham Museum of Art is the largest municipal museum in the Southeast, with more than 21,000 works of art from all over the world Admission is free with special touring exhibits throughout the year. 2000 Eighth Ave. N. Birmingham Zoo The Birmingham Zoo is the largest in the nine-state region. Across from the Botanical Gardens, the zoo houses animals, birds and reptiles in beautiful surroundings. A sightseeing train and picnicking facilities are available. Monthly events and animal programs are also held. The zoo entrance is at 2630 Cahaba Road. Driver’s License If you’ve moved here from another state, you have 30 days to obtain an Alabama driver’s license. Visit the Department of Public Safety driver's license website for more information. Five Points South This is the place to be almost any time day or night—especially if you’re in the mood for fun. Five Points South may be the party center of Birmingham. It’s a recently renovated historic district featuring unique clothing boutiques, art, music and dance clubs, and book stores… not to mention some of the finest dining in Birmingham. Five Points South encircles the intersection of 20th Street and 11th Avenue South. Libraries If you just can’t get enough of libraries, Birmingham has an outstanding main library at 2100 Park Place with a number of branch libraries. For the branch library nearest you,visit the Birmingham Public Library website. Under a cooperative borrowing agreement with a number of college and university libraries in the Birmingham area, UAB students may check out books from those institutions. Students registered at UAB may also borrow from the libraries of the University of Alabama, the University of Alabama at Huntsville, Auburn University, Bessemer State Technical College, Birmingham-Southern College, Jefferson State, Lawson State Community College, Miles College, University of Montevallo, and Samford University. For further information, visit the Sterne Library website or Lister Hill Library website. McWane Science Center It’s a magnetic adventure. . . an Adventure in Science! The energy that fuels McWane Center is as exciting as the human imagination. Come see the wonders of our world in action, and leave with new-found perspectives. And don’t miss the latest feature in the IMAX® Dome Theater!. Natural Offerings When your schedule of classes, studying and the bustle of everyday city life gets to be too much for you, take a break! Aside from the local neighborhood parks, Birmingham is surrounded by parks and lakes that are ideal for an afternoon or weekend outing.
Complete information about the state’s parks and lakes is available from the Alabama State Parks website. |
