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Monet, Manet and Magritte; Rubens, Reynold, Renoir, Rossetti and Rodin; Gainsborough, Gauguin, Van Gogh and Van Dyck; Degas, Botticelli and Turner - the galleries at the Grade 1 listed Barber Institute of Fine Arts house an outstanding art collection, with masterpieces by all these major names in the history of art – and many more.
There's also a dazzling coin gallery, housing Europe's most significant collection of Roman, Byzantine and medieval coins, alongside decorative art and sculpture, and changing exhibitions and displays - all in Birmingham's finest Art Deco building.
The lively learning programme for adults and children can be found on the Barber's website. Explore exciting creations by Birmingham-based artists and organisations, check out upcoming workshops and events, and learn more about the collection with the Tuesday Talks podcast.
Please book your free visit in advance.
Free entry
Claudette Johnson: Darker Than BlueHer primary subjects are Black women, including herself, and, more recently, Black men. Through these figures, Johnson employs a powerful style to explore the body; her work challenges perceptions of identity, sexuality and wider political and social constraints, particularly those affecting Black…
The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&AThere are almost 1,000 botanical illustrations in the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection – ranging from scientific diagrams documenting medicinal plants to merchandising images that adorn seed packets. Many of these illustrations also exist as objects of beauty in their own right.
Lunchtime Talk | Exhibition Introduction – Claudette Johnson: Darker Than BlueJoin Barber's Director, Jennifer Powell for an exhibition introduction of Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue.
Lunchtime Talk | Exhibition Introduction – Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&AJoin our University of Birmingham student curators as they introduce key themes of their Hidden Lives of Plants exhibition, reflecting on their MA experience.
Barber LatesBarber Lates is back, and the Barber Institute is opening its doors for this special evening event.
Barber Family Workshop with Karoline RerrieCollaborate with artists and create as a family at our Saturday Family workshops. Perfect for 6-12 year olds, these activities are designed to get in depth into current exhibitions, learn new skills and have a space to make your own artwork.
BSL tour – Claudette Johnson: Darker Than BlueJoin deaf artist Olivier Jamin for this British Sign Language (BSL) tour of our current exhibition, Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue, as he brings a unique perspective on artworks on display. This tour is followed by informal tea and coffee in our foyer.
Lunchtime Talk with Emily HazellJoin Emily Hazell, Director of Horticulture at Birmingham Botanical Gardens, as they share unique horticultural perspectives and insight on Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A.
Barber Family Festival | Summer 24Connect with art through nature and play. This August families are taking over the Barber for our second Family Festival! Come along to a drop-in session in our outdoor area, explore the building and galleries equipped with resources available in the foyer, including our Art Trolley.
Barber Family Festival | Froglife StallMeet the team at Froglife in this drop in session at the Barber. Learn all about the UK's reptile and amphibian species and their habitats.
Barber Family Festival | Riso Printing with Juneau ProjectsBe inspired by the diverse shapes and forms of plants as you create vibrant Risograph Prints with the artist duo Juneau Projects. Draw and collage fantastic botanical designs, which will be turned into "digital screen prints".* Monday - Closed
Tuesday - Opens: 10:00 Closes: 17:00
Wednesday - Opens: 10:00 Closes: 17:00
Thursday - Opens: 10:00 Closes: 17:00
Friday - Opens: 10:00 Closes: 17:00
Saturday - Opens: 10:00 Closes: 17:00
Sunday - Opens: 10:00 Closes: 17:00
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