Light Up America Yellow

ALABAMA

LIGHTING UP ALABAMA YELLOW

Alabama is taking its first steps toward joining the national effort to illuminate America in yellow on January 27 for International Holocaust Remembrance Day. While local landmarks and institutions are still in the process of confirming participation, interest from community members and civic leaders continues to grow. This page will showcase photos and details from Alabama locations as soon as they officially join the initiative.

In the meantime, we invite organizations, public officials, universities, and landmark facilities across the state to get involved. By participating, Alabama will join dozens of locations nationwide in honoring the victims of the Holocaust and promoting remembrance, education, and unity.

Arkansas State coordinator:

Name: Margaret Norman
Email - margaretn@bjf.org
Organization: JCRC of the Birmingham Jewish Federation
Alabama Holocaust Education Center

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Participating Locations In Alabama

Alabama vulcan park and museum vulcan statue

Vulcan Statue - Vulcan Park & Museum

The Vulcan Statue at Vulcan Park & Museum illuminated its iconic figure in yellow, creating a powerful tribute overlooking the city of Birmingham. As one of Alabama’s most recognizable landmarks, its participation brings statewide visibility to Holocaust remembrance and education.

Irondale City Hall – Irondale, Alabama

Lighting City Hall in yellow is a small but meaningful way for Irondale to remember the lives lost in the Holocaust and to reaffirm our commitment to humanity, dignity, and justice. We must continue to remember history—so that hatred, antisemitism, and violence are never allowed to take root again.

International Holocaust Remembrance Day proclamation

Left to right – Mountain Brook Mayor Graham Smith, Margaret Norman and Helene Elkus. (City of Mountain Brook)

Proclamations In Alabama

City of Birmingham Resolution

"When our municipalities light their buildings and landmarks in yellow, they are doing far more than illuminating buildings. They are illuminating memory. Together, we all created a powerful and visible tribute to the six million Jewish people and millions of others who were murdered during the Holocaust. This is a recognition of the courage of Survivors, and a promise to future generations that we will continue to uphold the values of human dignity, empathy, and compassion."
- Lisa Bachman Executive Director, Alabama Holocaust Education Center

Proclamation – City of Irondale, Alabama

The City of Irondale issued an official proclamation recognizing January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Through this declaration, city leadership reaffirmed its commitment to honoring Holocaust victims and promoting education, remembrance, and unity within the community.

Proclamation – City of Vestavia Hills, Alabama

The City of Vestavia Hills formally proclaimed January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day, demonstrating municipal support for this important observance. The proclamation underscores the city’s dedication to remembrance, historical awareness, and standing against antisemitism and hate.

Proclamation – City of Mountain Brook, Alabama

The City of Mountain Brook issued a proclamation in recognition of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, joining communities nationwide in honoring the victims of the Holocaust. The declaration reflects the city’s commitment to education, reflection, and the preservation of historical memory.

Interested in having your Alabama building or institution join this initiative?

We welcome participation from additional cities, agencies, landmarks, and organizations across the state.

On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, January 27th