African American historian and author Carter G. Woodson in an undated photograph. Woodson struggled to record the story of black achievements at a time when most African Americans weren't even allowed to vote. In 1926, he originated the celebration of Black History Week and is the author of 16 books about African Americans. Location is unknown. (AP Photo)
The Historic Bethel Baptist Church Foundation hosts several events and groups in Birmingham's Collegeville neighborhood to help educate and inspire those learning about the Civil Rights struggle. (Frank Couch, The Birmingham Times)
The Sixteenth Street Baptist was organized in 1873 as the First Colored Baptist Church of Birmingham. Throughout its history, Sixteenth - which became known as "Everybody's Church" - was used as a meeting place, social center, and lecture hall for black citizens. (Wikimedia Commons)
HABD is seeking HUD approval to demolish Collegeville Center
and North Birmingham Homes. The construction of the Maxine Herring Parker Bridge is in close proximity to dozens of Collegeville residents living in public housing. (Provided photo)