When it comes to music, Birmingham is hipper than you may think.
A year-long exhibition, "Sounds of Birmingham: A Community of Music," will open March 7 at the Birmingham Historical Museum & Park, 556 W. Maple Road.
The city's website says the exhibition will place special emphasis on CREEM Magazine, published in Birmingham during the 1970s and early 1980s. The publication had a powerful influence on American music culture.
The exhibition will also feature drummer Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
The website states:
"A variety of personal artifacts, photos, and other objects will showcase his ongoing connections to our community and dedication to help others. His talent, determination, hard work, and great love for drumming has brought him broad recognition throughout the music industry, with numerous awards and induction into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame."
For more information, call the museum at (248) 530-1928. -- Allan Lengel
