Latest Past Events

Death in the Middle Ages

Weoley Castle Alwold Road, Weoley Castle, Birmingham

A Tour and Talk exploring the subject of Death in the Middle Ages followed by a Death Café. What was death like 700 years ago? How did people commemorate their dead? Find out more in this intriguing talk and tour of Weoley Castle Ruins, followed by an open conversation about death and dying today. A […]

Free

Archaeology in the graveyard – talk

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery Chamberlain Square, Birmingham

An illustrated talk into the archaeology of Park Street burial ground, being excavated as part of the preparatory work for HS2 rail line. This investigation of a 19th century graveyard is giving archaeologists the opportunity to learn about life and death in Birmingham as it changed from a market town to industrial city. Archaeologists from […]

Free

The Art of Death tour

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery Chamberlain Square, Birmingham

This is SOLD OUT please explore our other events for the one that suits you. Birmingham Museums holds objects from across time and across the world that tell the story of death. Join them for a free tour taking in everything from Roman cremation chests to paintings of poisonings.  

Free