Our exhibitions and special events
ExhibitionOzzy Osbourne (1948-2025): Working Class Hero , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.
On display until 27 September 2026, Wed – Sun, 10am – 5pm. (Open daily in holidays).Celebrating the global lifetime achievements of Birmingham rock legend Ozzy Osbourne.
ExhibitionI photograph comedians! Photography by Andy Hollingworth , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.
18 Feb – 31 May, Wed – Sun, 10am – 5pm. (Open daily in holidays).A major photographic exhibition of some of the UK’s comedy legends past and present by British photographer Andy Hollingworth.
Pinhole Photography Workshop with Tom Godwin , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.
Dive into a realm of playful creativity as you turn ordinary drinks cans into handmade pinhole cameras.
Piece of Work - Poetry at BMAG , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.
Piece of Work: Birmingham's premiere poetry night.
The Last Dance of the Cuckoos: Screening and Q&A with Andy Hollingworth and Matt Holt , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.
Screening and Q+A with Andy Hollingworth and Matt Holt.
Notorious Choir: Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.
Pop-up performances by the Notorious Choir - featuring special guest and beatboxer Pye!
About
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery is housed in a stunning Grade II* listed landmark building that has watched over the city’s Chamberlain and Victoria Squares since 1885, welcoming millions of visitors over the years.
What to see
Open spaces include the Birmingham History Galleries, Round Room, Industrial Gallery, Tearoom, and Museum Shop, plus a new family gallery, Wild City.
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery opening times
Open Wednesday - Sunday, 10am - 5pm.
During Birmingham school holidays, we are open 7 days a week - see visit for dates.- General admission is FREE. Donations are welcome, thank you for your support. No booking required.
- Some events and exhibitions may charge, this information is included in the What's On details.
- Tearoom open 10am - 5pm. Last orders: hot food 4pm, hot drinks 4.30pm, take-away drinks 4.45pm.
- Last entry 4:45pm.
Visit us
Your Museums, Your Move
We have officially launched our major fundraising campaign to protect and deliver bold ambitions for the city’s cultural heritage.
The campaign, Your Museums, Your Move: It takes a city to save a story, aims to raise at least two million pounds over the next two years. Find out how you can support us.
Watch our new video by poet Bradley Taylor, who has created a powerful piece for this campaign celebrating Birmingham Museums.
Address: Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square Birmingham, B3 3DH.
