The Bessemer Hall of History Museum is saddened to announce the death of John E. Vines. He was Past President of the Museum and Chairman of the Museum’s Fire Truck Committee, and longtime friend of the Museum.

New display at the museum. Celebrating 100 Years of the Alabama Great Southern Depot in Bessemer 1916-2016.
Home of the Bessemer Hall of History Museum.

We are pleased to announce a new exhibit featuring “Art is Where You Find It” by Larry O. Gay. Reception is Sunday February 7, 2016 from 2:00 P.M. till 4:00 P.M. The Museum is open Tuesday – Saturday 9:00 A.M. till 3:00 P.M. So come and enjoy all the Bessemer Hall of History Museum has to offer!

We are pleased to announce a new exhibit featuring “The Art of the Locomotive” by Ken Boyd. Book signing planned for Sunday July 26, 2015 from 2:00 P.M. till 4:00 P.M. The Museum is open Tuesday – Saturday 9:00 A.M. till 3:00 P.M. (Closed Saturday July 4, 2015 for Independence Day.) So come and enjoy all the Bessemer Hall of History Museum has to offer!

School desk from Arlington Elementary School in Bessemer now on display. Thanks to Bethann Sadler Grace for donating this great item to the museum.