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20May

Exhibition: A History Through Objects: Research and Innovation at the University of Birmingham

Dates
Friday 20 May 2022 (09:00) - Friday 20 December 2024 (17:00)
Location
Throughout the Aston Webb Building including the ground floor corridors and Rotunda Gallery (first floor)
Description
A History Through Objects: Research and Innovation at the University of Birmingham tells the stories of more than 140 years of research, the people behind it and those whose lives have been changed by it.
20Feb

Winterbourne House and Garden - What's on

Dates
Monday 20 February 2023 (16:07) - Thursday 20 February 2025 (16:07)
Location
Winterbourne House and Garden
Description
Find out what's on at Winterbourne House and Garden.
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30Apr

Case Study: Africanize

Dates
Tuesday 30 April 2024 (08:30) - Saturday 11 January 2025 (16:30)
Location
The Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DR
Description
This is a community-driven project exploring the University of Birmingham's African Collection, this new display introduces the project and responses to the collection by artist-in-residence, Sipho Eric Ndlovu.
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1Jul

Charles Dickens and Wilkie Collins: Writing, Performance, Image

Dates
Monday 1 July 2024 (09:00) - Sunday 12 January 2025 (18:00)
Location
Main Library Atrium
Description
Exhibition in Main Library atrium curated by Dr Caroline Radcliffe about the authors Charles Dickens and Wilkie Collins, showcasing original manuscripts and rare books from the Cadbury Research Library. All welcome.
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14Aug

Culture Café

Dates
Wednesday 14 August (15:00) - Wednesday 11 December 2024 (17:00)
Location
The Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DR
Description
Come together with Black History Arts and More for a hot drink, engaging conversations, and pop-up activities celebrating cultures, communities, and inclusion.
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11Oct

Exhibition | Scent and the Art of the Pre-Raphaelites

Dates
Friday 11 October 2024 (10:00) - Sunday 26 January 2025 (17:00)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
Ever wondered what a painting smells like? For the first time ever, experience the unseen scents of Pre-Raphaelite art in this groundbreaking exhibition on campus.
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14Nov

Disability History Month 2024

Dates
Thursday 14 November (00:00) - Friday 20 December 2024 (23:59)
Description
14 November to 20 December is Disability History Month and the University will be exploring the theme of 'Disability, Livelihood, and Employment'' with a comprehensive programme of events.
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16Nov

Ubuntubukani: Days of Discovery

Dates
Saturday 16 November (11:00) - Saturday 7 December 2024 (16:00)
Location
The Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DR
Description
Join Artist in Residence, Sipho Eric Ndlovu, for a unique series celebrating African heritage, culture, and storytelling in partnership with We Don't Settle and the University of Birmingham.
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16Nov

Display | Peace and Noise: The Sounds of the Landscape

Dates
Saturday 16 November 2024 (10:00) - Sunday 26 January 2025 (17:00)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
Peace and Noise will introduce visitors to the implied sound evident in landscapes from the Barber's prints and drawings collection, encouraging the visitor to explore exciting multisensory avenues of interpretation.
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16Nov

Display | Reclaiming Narratives: Voices from the College of Medicine and Health

Dates
Saturday 16 November 2024 (10:00) - Sunday 26 January 2025 (17:00)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
This display is the culmination of a project between the Barber Institute and the College of Medicine and Health, where students used creativity to reflect on, challenge and change the voices represented in the college.
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23Nov

Postgraduate Open Day

Dates
Saturday 23 November 2024 (10:00-16:00)
Location
University of Birmingham - Edgbaston campus
Description
Visit our Postgraduate Open Day at the University of Birmingham campus on Saturday 23 November 2024
27Nov

Careers Network drop-in session

Dates
Wednesday 27 November 2024 (11:00-16:00)
Location
G07 Nuffield Building
Description
In support of Disability History Month 2024, the Careers Network are running an informal drop-in session for students who want to learn more about the Careers Network services and opportunities.
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27Nov

Student workshop | Crafting portraits with Marley Starskey Butler

Dates
Wednesday 27 November 2024 (14:00-16:00)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
Uncover the tips and tricks for capturing stunning portraits. Get ready to experiment and explore composition, angles, lighting and more in this hands-on, playful workshop.
27Nov

Happy Autistic Lady – disability and entrepreneurship

Dates
Wednesday 27 November 2024 (17:00-18:00)
Location
On campus - room tbc
Description
This event is a panel discussion with Iveta Pudilova, a proud neurodivergent CEO and co-founder of Happy Autistic Lady Ltd, a family-owned business inspired by her sister Vera's autism diagnosis.
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2Dec

Student workshop | Yoga in the galleries

Dates
Monday 2 December 2024 (12:45-13:15)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
Take a moment to slow down and reconnect with your breath and body, and join us for a relaxed, bite-sized yoga session in the Barber galleries, surrounded by the beautiful art collection.
4Dec

Demystifying reasonable adjustments

Dates
Wednesday 4 December 2024 (13:00-14:00)
Description
As part of Disability History month the HR EDI & Wellbeing team have designed this session to give an overview of reasonable adjustment support for staff here at the University of Birmingham.
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4Dec

Student workshop | Crafting portraits with Marley Starskey Butler

Dates
Wednesday 4 December 2024 (14:00-16:00)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
Uncover the tips and tricks for capturing stunning portraits. Get ready to experiment and explore composition, angles, lighting and more in this hands-on, playful workshop.
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11Dec

Lunchtime talk | Exhibition Introduction - Reclaiming Narratives

Dates
Wednesday 11 December 2024 (13:00-13:30)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
Join curator Artist-Facilitator Marley Starskey Butler and the Barber's Student Engagement Coordinator, Kirsty Clarke for an introduction to the exhibition, 'Reclaiming Narratives'.
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14Dec

Barber family workshop with Naoibh McNamee

Dates
Saturday 14 December 2024 (11:00-14:00)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
Collaborate with artists and create as a family. Perfect for 4-10 year olds, these activities are designed investigate ideas in our current exhibitions, prompt collaboration and fun!
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19Dec

Barber Baby with Musical Picnic

Dates
Thursday 19 December 2024 (11:00-12:00)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
Experience the magic of live music in the galleries every third Thursday of the month. Ideal for ages 0-4 and their grown-ups.
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11Jan

Barber family workshop with Michael D. Kennedy

Dates
Saturday 11 January 2025 (11:00-14:00)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
Collaborate with artists and create as a family. Perfect for 4-10 year olds, these activities are designed investigate ideas in our current exhibitions, prompt collaboration and fun!
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15Jan

Lunchtime talk | Dr Maddie Hewitson

Dates
Wednesday 15 January 2025 (13:00-13:30)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
Join Dr Maddie Hewitson to explore Simeon Solomon's 'A Saint of the Eastern Church'. In this painting, the artist approaches Orthodox Christianity as a multi-sensory engagement with faith and displays of belief.
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16Jan

Barber Baby with Musical Picnic

Dates
Thursday 16 January 2025 (11:00-12:00)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
Experience the magic of live music in the galleries every third Thursday of the month. Ideal for ages 0-4 and their grown-ups.
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21Jan

Student workshop | Drop in and draw

Dates
Tuesday 21 January 2025 (13:15-13:45)
Location
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Description
Come to the Barber Institute, your art gallery on campus, for a relaxed lunchtime drawing session. Take notice, look deeper and learn new techniques.
22Jan

Medici Enterprise Training Programme 2025

Dates
Wednesday 22 January (09:00) - Wednesday 2 April 2025 (17:00)
Location
Edgbaston Park Hotel 53 Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2RS
Description
The Medici programme will give you the business skills, knowledge and confidence you need to engage with business and industry in an impactful and professional way.
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29Jan

Introduction to Fruit Pruning

Dates
Wednesday 29 January 2025 (10:30-15:00)
Location
Winterbourne House & Garden
Description
Introduction to Fruit Pruning Workshop at Winterbourne House and Garden.