Overview

Located the in historic Carver Theatre on Fourth Avenue North, the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame tells the story of the contributions of native Alabamians to the uniquely American musical form of jazz. Many of the most important and beloved jazz musicians of all time have come from Alabama, and a surprising number of these came from Birmingham. In the beginning of the 20th century, Birmingham was a training ground for musicians who went on to great fame the world over. No admission is charged to see exhibits devoted to such greats as Lionel Hampton, Erskine Hawkins, Nat King Cole and Sun Ra.