Location: Birmingham
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Top 5 Art Museums in Birmingham, England
The geographical heart of England, Birmingham started life as a sixth- century Anglo-Saxon village. Today, much of this city of over a million dates back to post-WWII redevelopment in the 1950s and 60s. Cutting edge museums and galleries, innovative theaters and excellent shopping have contributed to Birmingham's appeal as a weekend break destination. Don't miss the hopping bars and cafes of Gas Street Basin or the fascinating creatures at the National Sea Life Centre.
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1. Flat 8 Gallery
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5.0 based on 32 reviews
Flat 8 Gallery is a space for emerging contemporary European, North and South American artists. We provide a space that allows the artist a more personal connection with the audience, to share ideas, future projects and creative processes. And for the public to have an experience surrounded by art that can later become part of their lives. There are dinners each week at Flat 8, on a Wednesday, at which artists and guests meet in an exchange of ideas and cultures.
2. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 3,986 reviews
From Renaissance masterpieces and cutting edge contemporary art to Egyptian mummies and the iconic HP factory sign, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery showcases a world class collection and offers fascinating glimpses into Birmingham's rich and vibrant past. Highlights include the finest collection of Pre-Raphaelite art in the world and the largest find of Anglo-Saxon gold ever discovered - the Staffordshire Hoard. Don't miss the Birmingham History Galleries - packed with artefacts, local treasures and interactive displays that reveal captivating stories of Birmingham from the last 500 years.
Reviewed By vinblue - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Have visited Bmag many times and really enjoyed the Black Sabbath "Home of Metal" exhibition in Gas Hall, I met a friend who I escorted to the Edwardian tea room and she was blown away by the splendour and style of the tea room and can't wait to visit again and show her friends this fabulous facility on our doorstep.
3. Barber Institute of Fine Arts
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4.5 based on 533 reviews
The galleries at the Grade I listed Barber Institute of Fine Arts boast an outstanding art collection, with masterpieces by Botticelli, Rubens, Gainsborough, Reynolds, Turner and Rossetti, Monet, Renoir, Degas and Manet to Van Gogh, Gauguin and Rene Magritte. There's also a dazzling coin gallery, housing Europe's most significant collection of Roman, Byzantine and medieval coins, alongside superb works of decorative art and sculpture, and changing exhibitions and displays of prints and drawings - all in Birmingham's finest Art Deco building. The lively learning programme for adults and children can be currently be found online. Explore exciting collaborations and activities created alongside Birmingham-based artists and organisations in Barber Home, and learn more about the collection every week with Tuesday Talk podcast. The Barber's galleries are currently closed and its concert programme suspended in line with the Government's latest Covid-19 lockdown regulations for England.
Reviewed By sinclairselections - Solihull, United Kingdom
One of my favourite galleries in all the world. Some magnificent & interesting unique paintings - often in almost to yourself - only a few visitors. A thoughtful selection over many centuries. I have a number of "special favourites" - look out for the still life which has a perfect representation of the peel of a lemon When I went back to Birmingham University to attend an adult specialist course years ago, it provided a sanctity of peace, calm & reason . It could be a life-changing & spiritual experience
4. Parkside Gallery
Parkside Gallery is a leading art and design exhibition space within Birmingham City University, with an emphasis on, but not confined to, design-led practice.
5. Direct Art Action
Direct Art Action UK is an artists gallery at the centre of a busy town high street in Birmingham. Direct Art Action welcomes all artists and public that are interested in artists and their work.
