Bessemer is a city with a rich history and great prospects for the future
Welcome to Bessemer Alabama
The Marvel City
Located in the heart of central Alabama, Bessemer is home to some 27,000 residents. Founded in 1887 by coal magnate Henry DeBardeleben, Bessemer grew rapidly in its early years, earning it the nickname “The Marvel City.” Growth continues to be our mantra heading into tomorrow.
Bessemer is the hub of western Jefferson County and is an economic engine driving development in the Birmingham-Hoover Metropolitan area. Our city is “business-friendly” and is home to a diverse blend of industries and companies.
Bessemer is home to great restaurants, awesome recreational amenities and a distinguished list of famous natives.
The Mayor and City Council invite you to visit the city and enjoy its flavor, its rich heritage and all the Marvel City has to offer.
AIRPORT
LOCAL CUISINE
FRANK HOUSE GOLF COURSE
REC CENTER
CIVIC CENTER
THINGS TO DO
Featured News
DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT RESURVEY MEETING
May,30,2023
RFP for Cleaning Services
May,08,2023
Easter Egg Hunt April 9 2023
March,24,2023
Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival
March,23,2023
Summer Employment for Camp Bessemer
March,14,2023
Valley CREEK CLEAN UP 2023
February,27,2023
Stormwater Department is hosting a Lunch and Learn Series
February,27,2023
Bessemer Police Department Event
February,27,2023
Bessemer Fire Chief Randall McFarland Jr. retires
February,27,2023
FY23 Public meeting announcement
February,06,2023
District 1 Community Cleanup
February,01,2023
State of the City Address
January,31,2023
State of the City Address planned
January,21,2023
Library Board Vacancy
January,20,2023
ACTIVE SHOOTER SEMINAR WITHIN THE CHURCH
January,18,2023
Council Meeting Cancelled -Reschedule January 10, 2023
January,03,2023
Jump Months
june, 2023
