Alabama Department of Archives and History

Upcoming Events

Food for Thought
Magic City: How the Birmingham Jazz Tradition Shaped the Sound of America
Thursday, May 15 at 12:00 pm

Food for Thought
Happy Dreams of Liberty: An American Family in Slavery and Freedom
Thursday, June 19

Food for Thought
Southern Rivers: Restoring America's Freshwater Biodiversity
Thursday, July 17

Food for Thought
Alabama's Mosquito Warrior: William C. Gorgas
Thursday, August 21

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Announcements

Museum of Alabama announces upcoming gallery closures for renovations

2025 Food For Thought Schedule

ADAH Annual Report FY 2024

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Statement of Recommitment

In June of 2020, the ADAH issued a Statement of Recommitment. The Statement acknowledges the consequences of racial discrimination in our agency’s work across many decades and it pledges our commitment to the inclusive preservation and sharing of Alabama history now and in the future.

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Research Consultations

Need guidance about your historical research? Schedule a consultation so our staff can provide the most helpful and efficient service.

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Research Requests

Looking for specific historical or genealogical information? Our Reference archivists can conduct research on your behalf.

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NAGPRA

The ADAH is actively engaged in the process of returning ancestral remains and funerary objects to federally recognized Native American tribes.

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Alabama History Hub

Search our database of Alabama history primary sources, curated lesson plans, and activities for your
K-12 classroom.