Since it’s located at a crossroads of intersections and state highways, many of us drive through Birmingham on our way to or from somewhere else. But how often have you thought about actually making the city your destination? With today’s economy concerns, many families are looking for closer travel options so they can take shorter and less expensive trips. This article offers to help you “rediscover” Birmingham, a city near home, but with plenty of things for families to do, including some that you may know little or nothing about.