Montgomery Landmarks to Glow Teal for Alzheimer’s Awareness

Six city landmarks will turn teal on November 2 to support those living with Alzheimer’s disease.

Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Alzheimer’s

Gouache-painted illustration of a single grand neoclassical archway glowing with a soft teal light, evoking quiet public health awareness. — Six landmarks across Montgomery will be illuminated in teal on November 2 to raise awareness for Alzheimer's disease and support affected families. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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On November 2, 2026, six Montgomery landmarks will illuminate in teal to participate in the Light the World in Teal campaign. This initiative aims to raise awareness and support for the millions of people impacted by Alzheimer’s disease.

Why it matters

The illumination highlights the growing health crisis as more than 7 million Americans currently live with Alzheimer’s disease. With cases projected to double by 2060, the campaign seeks to foster community support for those navigating the condition.

There are currently 103,000 Alabamians living with Alzheimer’s disease, a subset of the 7 million Americans nationwide currently diagnosed with the condition. The total number of Americans affected is projected to double by 2060.

The players

Retirement Systems of Alabama

This entity manages multiple buildings in Montgomery that will serve as sites for the teal illumination.

Garrett Coliseum

This historic multi-purpose arena in Montgomery will have its marquee illuminated to support the awareness campaign.

The details

Montgomery will join over 1,750 sites worldwide in the awareness campaign by lighting the RSA Tower Building, RSA Dexter Avenue Building, Retirement Systems of Alabama Building, Downtown Fountain, Garrett Coliseum marquee, and the I-65 and Union Street overpass.

Six Montgomery landmarks will glow teal on November 2, 2026.
The number of Americans with Alzheimer's is projected to double by 2060.

Health Landscape

The Montgomery illumination follows the global pattern established by the Light the World in Teal campaign. This coordinated effort mirrors international awareness initiatives that use iconic architecture to draw attention to chronic health challenges.

Residents can view the illuminated sites on November 2 as a sign of solidarity with local families impacted by the disease. The campaign serves to increase public visibility of the condition for all Alabamians.

The takeaway

Visible community support helps reduce the stigma surrounding neurodegenerative diseases for local families. Residents are encouraged to use the event as an opportunity to learn more about resources available for those living with memory loss.