Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
A great rainy-day museum in West Midlands
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery (BM&AG) is a major museum in Birmingham, England, featuring a vast collection of art, ceramics, archaeology, and natural history. Families will enjoy the interactive displays, the Staffordshire Hoard gallery (with Anglo-Saxon treasures), and the Birmingham History Galleries. The museum also houses a dedicated 'Mini Museum' for under-5s with hands-on activities.
Highlights for kids:
The 'Mini Museum' area for toddlers and preschoolers
The Edwardian Tearooms (child-friendly menu available)
Free entry and regular family workshops on weekends and school holidays
Large collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings (engaging for older children)
Facilities include baby changing, pushchair access, and a gift shop. The museum is located in the city centre, near Birmingham New Street station, and is a perfect rainy-day destination.
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Rainy day pick
A great choice when the weather is against you
What parents should know
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery (BM&AG) is a major museum in Birmingham, England, featuring a vast collection of art, ceramics, archaeology, and natural history.
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Make the Mini Museum your first stop
Head straight to the Mini Museum area if you have under-5s – it's purpose-built for toddlers and preschoolers with hands-on activities to keep them engaged.
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