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Welcome

Our extraordinary venues provide a fascinating glimpse into Birmingham's rich and vibrant past.

Exhibitions and special events

  1. Exhibition

    Neverland , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

    23 Oct - 3 Jan. Open Tue - Sun, daily in holidays.
    A festive experience inspired by the beloved children’s classic, Peter Pan.
    DetailsJoin the waitlist
  2. Ozzy Osbourne.
    Exhibition

    Ozzy Osbourne (1948-2025): Working Class Hero , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

    On display until 27 September 2026, Tue – Sun, 10am – 5pm. (Open daily in holidays).
    Celebrating the global lifetime achievements of Birmingham rock legend Ozzy Osbourne.
    Details
    No booking required
  3. Every thing must go an exhibition by Joe Lycett Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery 29 July - 21 February 2027.
    Exhibition

    EVERY THING MUST GO by Joe Lycett , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

    Opens 29 July 2026 - 21 Feb 2027. Tue – Sun, 10am – 5pm. (Open daily in holidays).
    First major solo exhibition of art by comedian Joe Lycett.
    Details
  4. Close up of multi-coloured wool.

    Bargello workshop with Tina Francis , at Museum of the Jewellery Quarter.

    If you love colour, stitch and hanging your creations on your wall then a Bargello workshop is right up your street.
    DetailsBook now
  5. Industrial museum interior with machinery, metal beams, and overhead ventilation ducts.

    Thinktank’s 25th Birthday Weekend , at Thinktank.

    Sat 26 & Sun 27 Sep
    Thinktank is turning 25 and you’re invited to the party!
    DetailsBook now
  6. Man playing white crystal singing bowls in art gallery with paintings and a gong behind.

    Soundbaths with the Manoj Collective , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

    Selected Saturdays
    A monthly reset ritual to relax, calm and feel soothed in the sanctuary of Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.
    DetailsBook now
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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.

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Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum

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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Exterior view of a Jacobean Hall.

Aston Hall

Exterior view of a Tudor timber-framed house with adults and children walking in the garden.

Blakesley Hall

Storage area containing vintage motorised fire engines

Museum Collection Centre

Workshop with machinery, a workbench in front of a window and wooden shelves with a ladder

Museum of the Jewellery Quarter

A man outside a brick building presenting to a small group of people.

Sarehole Mill

Front view of Soho House and garden

Soho House

Close up of ruined stone Castle walls and a cherry tree in blossom

Weoley Castle

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. 

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Our collection

Discover more about the collection.
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Latest news and stories

  1. Neverland comes to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

    11 September 2026
  2. A gallery with planes on display with vehicles below.

    Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum celebrates 25 years of inspiring curiosity

    9 September 2026
  3. An exhibition showcasing a large selection of community artworks.

    More than just a spotlight: what becomes possible when learning disabled artists are given the right support

    8 September 2026
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