Exhibitions and events

  1. A black and white photo depicting two mating lions against a backdrop of storm clouds lit by the setting sun.
    Exhibition

    Wildlife Photographer of the Year , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

    Open from 24 Oct 2024 - 20 Apr 2025, Wed-Sun, 10am-5pm.
    Visit the world-renowned exhibition, on loan from the Natural History Museum.
  2. Exhibition

    Curtis Holder: Drawing Carlos Acosta , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

    Open from 24 Oct, Wed - Sun, 10am - 5pm.
    Drawings by award-winning artist Curtis Holder, featuring his portrait of Carlos Acosta, Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet.
    Details
  3. Exhibition

    Modern Muse by Arpita Shah , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

    Open from 24 Oct, Wed - Sun, 10am - 5pm.
    A series of portraits of local South Asian women by internationally-recognised artist Arpita Shah.
    Details
  4. A ornate black doorway with glazed doors leading onto another gallery.

    Empty Spaces Tour , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

    Selected Thursdays
    Join us for a unique tour and discover the secrets of the Museum's now empty spaces.
  5. A staff member talking to two people

    Made in Birmingham Tour , at Thinktank.

    Selected Saturdays
    Guided tour of the best Thinktank collections that were made in Birmingham.
  6. Illustrated graphic reading International women and girls in science day with 3 female illustrations in a variety of poses such as holding test tubes and looking at a plant with a magnifying glass.

    Women and Girls in STEM Day , at Thinktank.

    Join us for a full day of activities and workshops celebrating International Women and Girls in Science Day.

Visit our museums

We have 9 extraordinary venues that provide a fascinating glimpse into Birmingham's rich and vibrant past and showcase world class museum collections.

Not all venues are currently open, please check before visiting.