Vulcan stood at the Alabama Fairgrounds from 1906 to 1936, before being moved atop Red Mountain. Vulcan’s sandstone pedestal was built in 1938 and Vulcan Park opened in 1939.

From lakeside lodges to mountaintop retreats and beachfront resorts, Alabama’s state parks are seriously leveling up. These ...

Want to enjoy Alabama's Gulf Coast without spending a ton on entrance fees? Learn how one pass gives you access to must-see attractions for one low price.

Home to the Largest Cast Iron Statue in the World One of the more iconic fun facts about Birmingham, Alabama is that it’s home to the largest cast iron statue in the world. Vulcan, the Roman god of ...

As we swap sweltering summer heat for the cozy days of autumn, Alabamians eagerly gear up for a smorgasbord of seasonal fun. When it comes to things to do in Alabama in the fall, we have all the ...