Welcome to Montgomery, home to around 200,000 people, and the Capitol of Alabama! One of the most significant things about Montgomery is its role in the Civil Rights Movement. It was the site of important events like the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the Selma to Montgomery marches. Today, you can visit museums and landmarks dedicated to this history, like the Rosa Parks Museum. Montgomery also has a lot of other historical significance, including its place as the first capital of the Confederacy during the Civil War. You can visit places like the First White House of the Confederacy and the Alabama State Capitol. Montgomery is a hub for government and Military - Maxwell Air Force Base plays a major role in Montgomery's economy - and healthcare industries. There are also 5 universities located here.