Step Into History At AHEC
The Alabama Holocaust Education Center is open to the public. In our newly created 8,300 sq. ft. Center, through innovative storytelling, interactive experiences, and genuine artifacts, you will witness the strength and courage of the human spirit set against the backdrop of one of the darkest chapters in human history.
Whether you’re curious about Holocaust history, exploring Birmingham’s cultural institutions, or helping to educate the next generation, we welcome your visit. Come tour our permanent exhibit, browse our library, and learn from our staff.
The Alabama Holocaust Education Center is open to the public.
In our newly created 8300 Sq foot Center, through innovative storytelling, interactive experiences, and genuine artifacts, you will witness the strength and courage of the human spirit set against the backdrop of one of the darkest chapters in human history.
The entry exhibit space showcases images of the prosperous and comfortable lives families enjoyed before in pre-World War II in Europe. The main exhibit, Darkness into Life, a gallery of art and photography, offers a special glimpse into the private Shoah (Holocaust) memoirs of 20 Alabama Holocaust Survivors, revealing stories of childhoods, past, lost family and friends, dispair and sadness, cruelty beyond belief, bravery, joys of liberation, and new lives in Alabama.
Through bold and thought-provoking images accompanied by authentic narratives, you will gain a richer understanding of the history of the Holocaust and its impact on these individuals and their families.
We’re open for visitors from 10 am to 3 pm on Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Admission is free, but does require making an appointment. Your donations are always appreciated.
Our visits are limited to twenty people at a time, ensuring a private, meaningful experience. Please contact us if you would like to bring a larger grouop.
Whether you’re curious about Holocaust history, exploring Birmingham’s cultural institutions, or helping to educate the next generation, we welcome your visit. Come tour our permanent exhibit, browse our library, and learn from our staff.
Your Experience
Plan Your Visit
Days and Times: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Tues. & Thurs.
Address: 2100 Highland Avenue South, Suite 101, Birmingham, AL 35205-4002
To ensure you have the best experience possible, a reservation is required. To select the date and time you would like to visit, please click below.
Planning a Group Visit or Field Trip? We’d Love to Host You.
Whether you’re a teacher organizing a classroom field trip or a group leader coordinating a large tour, our center is equipped and excited to welcome you. With a team of eighteen highly trained docents, we specialize in creating meaningful, customized experiences for groups of all sizes. Our field trips welcome students in grades 5 and above.
We celebrate the power of diversity and strive to foster a welcoming environment where every voice is heard, valued, and respected. Let us help make your visit both educational and unforgettable.
Community members, reserve your group tour here.
Teachers, reserve your school field trip here.
Please email us at info@ahecinfo.org with details about your group so we can customize your experience.
We look forward to learning with you!
Library
The library at the Alabama Holocaust Education Center is a curated space for discovery, reflection, and research.
Housing a wide range of more than 3,000 books, archival materials, and scholarly resources, the library supports students, educators, and researchers in deepening their understanding of the Holocaust and related human rights issues.
Whether you’re seeking survivor testimonies, historical context, or educational materials, the library offers a quiet, welcoming environment to explore the past and inspire informed dialogue for the future.