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  1. Two people gaze at a large, illuminated, planet in a gallery.

    Last chance to see exhibition of human space exploration at Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum

    7 April 2026
  2. Display board for Brum YODO.

    Community display opens at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery as part of A Matter of Life and Death Festival

    2 April 2026

  3. Using VR and Technology to Make Museums More Relevant

    31 March 2026
  4. An adult and child looking into wood and glass interactive case.

    Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery visitor numbers increased by over 300% in 2025 according to latest ALVA figures

    20 March 2026
  5. Jellycat range.

    Jellycat space collection launched at Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum

    18 March 2026
  6. Silver sugar bowl with decorative pattern near the base.

    John Hardman & Co silver sugar bowl acquired for Birmingham collection

    17 March 2026
  7. Silver sugar bowl with decorative pattern near the base.

    New Acquisition: Sugar Bowl by John Hardman & Co.

    17 March 2026
  8. The group of Citizens' Jury participants.

    Birmingham Museums Citizens’ Jury shortlisted for Museums + Heritage award

    12 March 2026
  9. Ornate vintage card featuring vibrant roses, lace patterns, pastel flowers, and gold accents.

    Whitworth Wallis Fellowship 2025: Leah Hickey

    11 March 2026
  10. Collage of three historic buildings, gallery exhibition and people.

    Half price entry to Birmingham Museums sites during National Lottery Open Week

    5 March 2026

  11. New cafe bar to open in Museum of the Jewellery Quarter

    3 March 2026
  12. Charity figure with child looking cleaner after second clean.

    Conservation of Joseph Sturge part two

    2 March 2026