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Vulcan statue
USINFO | 2013-05-03 12:44
The Vulcan statue is the largest cast iron statue in the world, and is the city symbol of Birmingham, Alabama, reflecting its roots in the iron and steel industry. The 56-foot (17 m) tall statue depicts the Roman god Vulcan, god of the fire and forge. It was created as Birmingham's entry for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition (1904 World's Fair) in St. Louis, Missouri. It is the seventh-tallest free-standing statue in the United States.
Vulcan Park and Museum (VPM) features spectacular views of Birmingham, an interactive history museum that examines Vulcan and Birmingham's story, a premier venue for private events and a beautiful 10-acre (4 ha) urban green space for visitors and locals to enjoy. Free wireless internet access is available on park grounds during park hours. In May 2007, Vulcan Park and Museum was designated an official Birmingham Information Center by the Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau and offers information on transportation services, restaurants, events and other cultural offerings in Birmingham.
Field Trips and Educational Programs: Vulcan Park and Museum offers a variety of educational programs and has become a popular destination for school field trips. All programs are aligned with the Alabama Course of Study and contain lessons in social studies, language arts, math, science and fine arts. Both Guided and Self-Guided school tours are available on weekdays throughout the year. In addition, VPM offers collaborative field trips with related Birmingham attractions (Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, or Ruffner Mountain Nature Center) and programs that bring the story of Vulcan to life through theatre, dance and musical performances.
Special Events: Throughout the year, Vulcan Park and Museum hosts a variety of public events including: •Vulcan's Annual Birthday Bash – On the first Sunday in June, Vulcan Park and Museum is transformed into a festival atmosphere in celebration of Vulcan's birthday. Visitors have the opportunity to enjoy food, balloons, clowns, local musical entertainment and fun activities. This family-friendly event celebrates the anniversary of Vulcan's original dedication at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair.
Vulcan Park and Museum (VPM) features spectacular views of Birmingham, an interactive history museum that examines Vulcan and Birmingham's story, a premier venue for private events and a beautiful 10-acre (4 ha) urban green space for visitors and locals to enjoy. Free wireless internet access is available on park grounds during park hours. In May 2007, Vulcan Park and Museum was designated an official Birmingham Information Center by the Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau and offers information on transportation services, restaurants, events and other cultural offerings in Birmingham.
Field Trips and Educational Programs: Vulcan Park and Museum offers a variety of educational programs and has become a popular destination for school field trips. All programs are aligned with the Alabama Course of Study and contain lessons in social studies, language arts, math, science and fine arts. Both Guided and Self-Guided school tours are available on weekdays throughout the year. In addition, VPM offers collaborative field trips with related Birmingham attractions (Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, or Ruffner Mountain Nature Center) and programs that bring the story of Vulcan to life through theatre, dance and musical performances.
Special Events: Throughout the year, Vulcan Park and Museum hosts a variety of public events including: •Vulcan's Annual Birthday Bash – On the first Sunday in June, Vulcan Park and Museum is transformed into a festival atmosphere in celebration of Vulcan's birthday. Visitors have the opportunity to enjoy food, balloons, clowns, local musical entertainment and fun activities. This family-friendly event celebrates the anniversary of Vulcan's original dedication at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair.
