The history of Sloss Furnaces is the history of Birmingham and the industrial age. Sloss escaped destruction after 90 years of operation when the iron stopped pouring in 1971, saved by dedicated residents and a major investment by the City of Birmingham. Sloss Furnaces opened as a national historic landmark in 1981.
Location: 20 32nd St N, Birmingham, AL 35222 (approx. 165 miles and 3 hours from Roswell)
When: Saturday, March 22, 2025. Assemble at the entrance at 10:00am Central Time (11 Eastern Time) for a group photo. The landmark opens at 10:00am Central Time and closes at 04:00pm.
Carpooling: To join a carpool to this field trip, meet at the MARTA Park and Ride lot on Mansell Road (GA 400 Exit 8) by 7:30 am.
Cost: General Admission is free for individuals.
Who: Friends and family are welcome.
Food: Sloss does not have a restaurant, but the Back Forty Pub/Brewery is nearby.
Photography Tips: Consider bringing a full range of lenses from wide-angle to telephoto. A macro lens for detailed shots may be useful as well. You can bring a tripod or monopod, but space may be limited inside some of the buildings. The grounds are level and suitable for roller-bags.
Host: Steve Dinberg is hosting this field trip. Please contact him at (404) 307-1198 if you have any questions.
REGISTRATION: Please REGISTER so we have a headcount of participants.
If you have time, you may consider visiting the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum on your way home. This museum hosts one of the finest collections of vintage motorcycles and a few race cars. It is open from 10:00-05:00pm CST; admission is $20 + tax.