A Century of Homewood

1926-2026

Founded in 1926, Homewood’s story has always been shaped by the people who call it home. This year is about honoring where we have been and celebrating where we are headed together.

Homewood Centennial · 1926–2026

Centennial Weekend

Centennial Gala

City Hall Plaza & Rosewood Hall - Pre-Party 5 PM - Gala 6 PM

The Homewood Centennial Gala is SOLD OUT! Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets. Enjoy the style and spirit of 1926 with a red carpet welcome, music from the Homewood Pops, a live auction, stories from authors and so much more!

The evening's emcees will be Mayor Jennifer Andress and Chris Cooper.

October 16 Friday
Centennial Weekend

Centennial Brunch

Homewood Rec Center

A special breakfast and brunch gathering honoring former living mayors and City Council members as part of Homewood's Centennial Weekend.

October 17 Saturday
Centennial Weekend · Supporting Our First Responders

First Responder 5K

Saturday, October 17

Your participation directly supports the Homewood Police Foundation and the Homewood Fire Department, strengthening the resources that keep our community safe.

Run for Our First Responders Centennial Weekend
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October 17 Saturday
Centennial Weekend · Big Community Celebration

Centennial Picnic

2:00–7:00 PM · Central Park

A citywide Centennial picnic and festival at Central Park featuring performances from the Homewood High School Band and Show Choir, live entertainment, food trucks and activities throughout the afternoon.

Homewood High School Band Show Choir Food Trucks Live Entertainment 3 On a String · 5:00 PM
October 29 Official Birthday
100 Years of Homewood

Time Capsule Burial at 4 PM

Homewood Public Library

Homewood marks its official Centennial birthday and incorporation date with a time capsule burial at the Homewood Public Library.

What's Inside the Capsule

Our Centennial Committee has spent a lot of time deciding what should go into this capsule. Here's what made the list:

  • Original incorporation documents for the City of Homewood.
  • 2026 Homewood High School yearbook.
  • Challenge coins and patches from the Homewood Police and Fire Departments.
  • Lapel pin and challenge coins representing the Homewood City Council and City Manager.
  • Gavel used in Homewood Municipal Court.
  • Current issue of the Cardigan magazine from the Homewood Public Library.
  • Current issues of The Homewood Star and Over the Mountain Journal.
  • Homewood Guide and Centennial Map Guide from the Homewood Chamber of Commerce.
  • Sports jerseys from the Homewood Parks Department.
  • Centennial light pole banner displayed along 18th Street.
  • Information about the award-winning Shades Creek Greenway.
  • Essays from Homewood elementary school students sharing what makes their community special.
  • Items from Homewood Boy Scout Troop 83, which also celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2026.
  • Lots of photographs.
  • Photograph of the Homewood High School graduating class of 2026.
  • Ordinance documenting Homewood's change to the City Manager form of government in 2025.
  • Copy of Homewood's Centennial video.
A Centennial Community Resource

Discover Homewood's Neighborhoods

Discover Homewood Neighborhoods resource
Explore the Places We Call Home
Homewood · 1926–2026

Every Neighborhood Has a Story

As Homewood celebrates 100 years, take a closer look at the neighborhoods that make our city special.

Discover Homewood Neighborhoods is a resource for exploring the communities, places and local character that help define Homewood.

Explore Homewood Neighborhoods
Congressman Gary Palmer recognizing Homewood's Centennial on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives
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Homewood · 1926–2026

Homewood's Centennial Recognized in Congress

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Homewood’s 100th birthday made it to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. Congressman Gary Palmer recognized Homewood’s Centennial and shared a little of the history about our community and how it has grown to where it is today.

It is another special moment as we celebrate where Homewood has been and look ahead to the next 100 years.

▶ Watch the Congressional Recognition
1926
★   Celebrating Our Past · Present · Future   ★
2026
▶ Homewood Centennial · Watch Again

Centennial
Film Festival

If you missed the Centennial Film Festival, or just want to watch these films again, here they are.

Film 01

Salabama

Directed by Nicholas Hess

Watch Salabama
Film 02

Sims Garden

Produced and directed by Joe Walker and Amy Weiss

Watch Sims Garden
Film 03

The Pink House

A documentary by Kenzie Greer

Watch The Pink House
Film 04

100 Years of Homewood

Produced by former City Councilor Barry Smith and Brian Wallace

Watch 100 Years of Homewood

Each one shares a unique perspective about Homewood and the wonderful parts within it that help shape our community.

From Our Mayor
Mayor Jennifer Andress shares her excitement as Homewood begins its 100th year. You will see Centennial moments popping up all year as we move toward our official birthday later this year. From small surprises to big community events, there will be plenty of ways to be part of it.
Homewood’s First Century
From its beginnings at the base of Red Mountain to the vibrant community it is today, explore Homewood’s story through the lens of longtime resident and historian Barry Wise Smith.
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