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    OUR MISSION:

    Provide education for preservation, to protect the buildings, objects, landscapes, or artifacts of historical significance by sharing their stories through tourism.

  • Who We Are

    Genesis History Maker Community Development Corporation (GHMCDC) is a 501 C (3) not-for-profit organization headquartered in the Historic 4th Ave Business District in Birmingham, Alabama.

     

    Genesis History Maker CDC partners with municipalities, organizations and developers to improve neighborhoods to aide in the communities remaining neighborhoods of choice that are of historical significance through education.

     

     

     

  • ADVISORY BOARD

    Jhamil De Leon

    Program Manager

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    Amber Gray

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    Nigel Roberts

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    Micaiah Collins

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    Michale Bell

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  • Community Development, Services and Programs 

  • Freedom Line Tours

    Tour with us in 7 cities through our partner affiliate program

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  • Book a Consultation Now!

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    SAVE THE DATE:

    2025 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM CONFERENCE  

  • Save the date for the 2025 Economic Development and Tourism Conference in the historic 4th Avenue Historic Black Business District from April 23-26. Join your peers from across the EDA and Tourism network and experts in stewardship for insightful education sessions, unique special events, immersive mobile workshops, and incredible experiences.

    Conference registration is expected to open in early December 2024.

  • Registration

    Registration is expected to open in early December 2024. Become a member and receive a discount!

  • Date

    April 23-26 2025

    Location

    Birmingham, Alabama

    Details

    Save the date for the 2025 Economic Development and Tourism Conference in the historic 4th Avenue Historic Black Business District from April 23-26 Join your peers from across the EDA and Tourism network and experts in stewardship for insightful education sessions, unique special events, immersive mobile workshops, and incredible experiences.

    Conference registration is expected to open in early December 2024.

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  • Birmingham, Alabama

    April 23-26, 2025

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  • DETAILS

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    Registration

    Small Businesses:

    Early Bird: $ Member, $ Non Member

    Regular (ends February--): $ Member, $ Nonmember

     

    Medium Businesses: 

    Early Bird: $ Member, $ Non Member

    Regular (ends February--): $ Member, $ Nonmember

     

    Large Businesses:

    Early Bird: $ Member, $ Non Member

    Regular (ends February--): $ Member, $ Nonmember

     

    Students:

    Early Bird: $ Member, $ Non Member

    Regular (ends February--): $ Member, $ Nonmember

     

    Onsite (March 27-29) $ Member and Non–Member

    One Day: $199 Online, $325 On-site

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    Venue & Hotel

    The majority of conference sessions will be held in the 4th Ave Historic Black Business District in Downtown Birmingham. Select sessions, events, and mobile workshops will be held at venues within walking distance; the location and details will be provided in the coming months.

    Room blocks for conference attendees will be available at the Fairfield Marriott Downtown, at a special rate of $259 per night (plus taxes and fees), with reservations opening in early December. Get hotel reservation notifications:

     

    The Historic Elyton Hotel Autograph Collection Marriott Downtown

    1928 1st Ave N. Birmingham, AL 35203
    Graced with rich artistic roots and an unsurpassed address, the Four Diamond Elyton Hotel invites you to experience modern indulgences at the intersection of urbane intelligence and uncommon cultivation. The hotel enjoys an unrivaled heritage and is home to the former iconic Empire Building, one of the South’s best-known architectural landmarks. Built in 1909, the 16-story Empire was celebrated as a symbol of Birmingham’s golden era and one of the country’s great industrial and manufacturing centers. Rising from the corner of 1st Avenue North and 20th Street –
    one of four buildings built at the intersection that was so large the corner was called the “Heaviest Corner on Earth”.  Preview the hotel here >

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    Host City

    Between sessions, enjoy local shops, eateries, and attractions in downtown Birmingham and surrounding neighborhoods. Come early or extend your stay to explore national historic sites and cultural districts, vibrant parks, dynamic public art, incredible food, and more... Know more about Birmingham here >

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    Sessions & Events

    From inspiring plenaries and immersive mobile workshops to engaging education sessions and interactive courses, the 2025 schedule will feature many opportunities for local leaders to strengthen networks, gain new skills, and solve issues impacting their communities. The general schedule is available; the full agenda is expected to be released in early 2025. Get the agenda delivered to your inbox:

  • GHMCDC Volunteer Form

    Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer with the Genesis History Maker Community Development Corporation (GHMCDC). As a GHMCDC volunteer, you will have the opportunity to contribute your skills and time in various capacities.