Birmingham’s Two Titans
Join author and historian Andrew Reekes in a heritage talk as he delves into the stories of two of Birmingham’s most influential figures.
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How to find History on Your Doorstep
An introduction to the wealth of historic information freely available online for research purposes.
Windsor Street Gasworks Through the Years
Professor Russell Thomas explores the history of the gasworks in Nechells.
The Archaeology of Curzon Street
This talk will explore exciting discoveries uncovered during HS2 archaeological excavations at Curzon Street Station.
Breathing new life into Great Hampton Street
Visit the Banking Hall and hear about the transformation of Great Hampton Street.
Stories of the Lost Children
Talk about Middlemore Homes which emigrated over 5000 children to Canada.
Birmingham’s Early Maps 1731-1831
Local map specialist John Townley explores the growth of Birmingham through the first century of its town maps.
Talk: A history of the West Midlands Police Museum and Future Plans
Listing to museum staff about the history of the WM Police Museum and the new museum at the Lock-up.
