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Birmingham’s First Folio heads out on tour

Shakespeare exhibition to visit city venues.

14 April, 2022 in Books, Exhibitions, Local history.

Shakespeare’s Coming Home

Everything to Everybody Project announces First Folio tour and new exhibition.

9 March, 2022 in Books, Community, Education, Film, Local history.

Old Rep open days resume

Opportunity to see behind the scenes of historic city centre theatre.

18 February, 2022 in Attractions, Local history, Theatre.

Everything to Everybody family fun day at Library

Library of Birmingham to host family day for Shakespeare project.

16 February, 2022 in Attractions, Books, Community, Local history.

Shakespeare vs Birmingham

New diptychs to go on show in the Shakespeare Memorial Room.

11 February, 2022 in Books, Community, Local history.

City music map project gets supersized

Birmingham’s musical history celebrated with new artworks.

19 January, 2022 in Community, Local history, Music.

New play for Chinese New Year

Blue Orange Theatre production to shine light on forgotten war story.

9 January, 2022 in Community, Local history, Theatre.

Date set for Birmingham Museum re-opening

New exhibits to say This Is Birmingham.

9 December, 2021 in Community, Local history, Museums.

Rail company launches musical maps

UB40 help put Birmingham music heritage on the map.

27 November, 2021 in Local history, Music, Transport, Travel.

Library of Birmingham unveils Shakespeare-inspired collection

New community-curated exhibition opens in the Shakespeare Memorial Room.

26 November, 2021 in Books, Community, Exhibitions, Local history, Museums.

Blue plaque commemorating Worcester’s first Mayor unveiled

Charter 400 project marks anniversary of historic landmark.

24 November, 2021 in Local history, Museums.

Shakespeare project to deliver for Libraries Week

Find out about the world’s first great Shakespeare library.

2 October, 2021 in Books, Family, Local history.

Celebrate Worcester’s 400th birthday on Charter Day

Events to take place throughout the city.

24 September, 2021 in Exhibitions, Family, Local history.

Walking in a Cadbury Wonderland

Dive into the fascinating world of Cadbury during Birmingham Heritage Week.

7 September, 2021 in Attractions, Family, Food and drink, Local history.

Aston Hall to show Civil War-era artifacts

Historic embroideries back on display after epic ten year restoration.

20 August, 2021 in Local history, Museums.

RAF Cosford hosts Spitfire 10k again

Runway race returns on bank holiday weekend.

19 August, 2021 in Attractions, Local history, Museums.

Birmingham Heritage Week returns

Revealing the city’s hidden stories and historical secrets.

11 August, 2021 in Attractions, Community, Family, Local history.

Warwick Castle says goodbye to Summer

Sundown Spectacular marks the end of the biggest summer in history.

11 August, 2021 in Attractions, Family, Local history.

Festival to celebrate migration and activism announced

Free day of arts activities at Bus Boycott Block Party.

30 July, 2021 in Community, Local history, Theatre.

Discover Jewellery Quarter’s hidden gems with new app

DiscoverJQ connects local business with residents, customers and visitors.

29 July, 2021 in Business, Local history, Retail, technology.

As you like it

New graffiti murals put Shakespeare in the heart of Sparkbrook and Balsall Heath.

16 July, 2021 in Art and Leisure, Books, Community, Local history.

Iconic Birmingham fashion designer to be celebrated

Photographic exhibition pays tribute to Patti Bell’s contribution to the city.

14 July, 2021 in Exhibitions, Fashion, Local history.

Summer of Fun ‘n’ Flight at Cosford

RAF Museum ready for holiday take off.

14 July, 2021 in Attractions, Family, Local history.

Birmingham heritage hero nominated for major award

History project puts researcher in line for National Lottery recognition.

8 July, 2021 in Charities, Community, Local history.

Something for everyone this summer with Birmingham Museums

Family fun for everyone during the holidays.

2 July, 2021 in Attractions, Books, Exhibitions, Family, Local history.

Another shining star

Dave Woodhall highlights the call to honour a Birmingham legend.

28 June, 2021 in Community, Local history, Music.

Soho House to host Lunar Society theatre production

Theatre company brings to life Birmingham’s industrial history.

24 June, 2021 in Local history, Theatre.

Birmingham museum set for re-opening

Historic Blakesley Hall opens in time for the summer holidays.

24 June, 2021 in Local history.

Life on lockdown

Birmingham Museums tell the city’s pandemic story.

18 June, 2021 in Community, Health, Local history.

Birmingham Museums Trust makes etail debut

Online shop aims to celebrate the best of Birmingham.

18 June, 2021 in Business, Community, Local history, Retail.

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