Photo 1 - Family History Taster session. Four people with their backs to the camera sat in a row looking at computer screens. A female figure at the end of the row on the far right of the photo is standing and bent slightly over the table providing guidance. A male figure to the left of the group stands and observes.

Photo 2 - a group of people are sat with their backs to the camera looking at a large screen in the background centre of the photograph. A figure in the top left of the photo is pointing to the screen and imparting information.

Thanks to all who visited us during #BHeritageWeek - we’ve had another full programme of events including topics such as archiving sound recordings, historic maps, John Baskerville and the library’s Shakespeare treasures. We’re already looking forward to 2026! #BHeritageWeek #LibraryofBham

Good morning. A rainy day in Birmingham, although a warm 20c.
Its still #BHeritageWeek and I'm off out for a public art walking tour ☔🧥

I’ve just had a brilliant morning exploring Birmingham Library collections @theironroom.bsky.social as part of #BHeritageWeek learning all about the East Midlands Oral History Archive & the work of Friends of Birmingham Archives & Heritage.

Sorry I couldn’t make it last week. FYI your book has launched during our #BHeritageWeek so perfect timing! Does the Midlands feature in it anywhere? The book was literally the first thing I saw walking into @waterstones.bsky.social today!

Gravestones under the trees at Key Hill Cemetery in Birmingham UK.

Fun tour of Key Hill Cemetery this afternoon as part of #BHeritageWeek despite the weather. A mini history of England in there. Lots of important industrialists, the world's 1st female journalist and Joseph Chamberlain in one of the country's earliest non-conformist cemeteries (it's listed).

A historic courtyard featuring manicured hedges, potted plants, and a stone building with ornate architecture. Surrounding structures are made of red brick. The sky is overcast, creating a moody atmosphere.

A majestic interior of a church featuring ornate ceilings, marble columns, and rows of wooden chairs. The altar is visible in the background, adorned with candles. The space is illuminated by natural light from windows.

Interior of a church featuring a decorated altar with a crucifix, surrounded by ornate candles and a rich red carpet. The roof above has colorful mosaics depicting religious figures and a rainbow. The walls are adorned with marble and ornate details.

An interior view of a church featuring a dome adorned with intricate murals and stained glass windows. The walls showcase detailed artwork and golden accents, creating a grand and historic atmosphere.

Walked over to The Birmingham Oratory this afternoon, open as part of #BHeritageWeek. Wow.

#BHeritageWeek

A square image advertising the St Mary’s Church Handsworth Heritage Open day as part of Birmingham Heritage week. The image includes a translucent picture of St Mary’s church from the south, with the Birmingham Heritage Week logo, and the following wording laid over the top of the picture: “Come and discover one of Birmingham's most historic churches, St Mary’s Church Handsworth on the Heritage Open Day, Saturday 13th September, 10am-4.30pm, St Mary’s Parish Church, Hamstead Road, Handsworth, B20 2RW.” Underneath this is white text on a red background which reads “A city wide celebration of Birmingham’s heritage! Over 100 events and activities to enjoy. 12-21 Sept 2025, birminghamheritageweek.co.uk”. This is followed by the Facebook logo, the Instagram logo and the hashtag ‘#BHeritageWeek’. Underneath this in red text on a white back ground are the words “2025 Supporters” and the logos of Birmingham Museum, Birmingham Municipal Charity, the National Trust, the University of Birmingham, and William A Cadbury Charitable Trust.

Come and discover one of Birmingham's most historic churches, St Mary’s Church Handsworth on the Heritage Open Day, Saturday 13th September, 10am-4.30pm, St Mary’s Parish Church, Handsworth, B20 2RW.

#BHeritageWeek #AllWelcome #HeritageWeek #HandsworthStMary #COfEBirmingham #ChurchOfEngland

A hospital ward with rows of freshly made beds. Male figures in the centre of the photograph sat beside the beds. A large assemblage of people in the background of the photograph including female nurses. A nurse stood in the far-right background near to windows. Christmas decorations hanging from the ceiling and a wreath around the mirror in the top left of the photograph.

#BHeritageWeek Join #FoBAH birminghamheritageweek.co.uk/event/health... This workshop will introduce sources for the historical study of health and disease in Birmingham including a display of original documents held here in the archives. Ref - MS 4616/35 #LibraryofBham #FoBAH_Org

A triptych. Left to right. Illustration of a scene from The Tempest shows a winged mythical creature descending from the clouds towards a figure on the ground in the bottom left of the illustration. The figure is holding a staff and wearing a long cloak. The central image is a photograph of a scene from a Shakespearean production. The male figure is Malvolio and is wearing traditional Elizabethan attire - a cap, a ruff, medallion around the neck and stockings with bows on. The figure is holding a staff. The coloured illustration on the right is the balcony scene from Romeo & Juliette. A young female figure on a balcony is using one arm to embrace a young male figure who is overhanging from the balcony having climbed to reach the female figure.

For #BHeritageWeek get up close to items from the Shakespeare collection. The Friends of the Shakespeare Collection are giving a guided tour/introduction to some of its treasures. Book your place here - tinyurl.com/WorldWithWords #LibraryofBham @shakespearebtrust.bsky.social @efernie.bsky.social

A photograph of thin cardboard boxes in a pile. Several have the words Emitape written on their sides.

#BHeritageWeek Don’t forget to join us on Tuesday 16 September with guest speaker, Colin Hyde to explore how sound archives preserve our audio heritage and expand local history research - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/listening-...
#LibraryofBham @BHeritageWeek

Photograph of the Heritage Research Area. Metal cabinets on the left and right in the foreground. A large desk with six chairs behind the cabinets occupying the majority of the middle space of the photograph. A mobile press behind this resting against a wall. Text on the far right of the wall directing to the secret garden and the Shakespeare room. A window on the far left of the photograph with a concrete pillar.

#BHeritageWeek makes a very welcome return this month for its 11th appearance, taking place from the 12th to the 21st of September. Birmingham Archives and Collections will be hosting more events than ever. Find out more - theironroom.wordpress.com/2025/09/08/b... #BHeritageWeek #LibraryofBham

Victorian Language of the Flowers and other symbolism Tour St Marys Handsworth 17th September at 2pm

Memorial Photography Workshop Key Hill Cemetery 13th September at 2pm

We are also running two local events for Birmingham Heritage Week if you are in the West Midlands (email josie@cfga.org.uk to book).
#bheritageweek #birminghamheritageweek

A photograph of a room. Two rows of chairs and tables in the foreground with PCs at each desk. An aisle in the centre of the photo separating the two sets of chairs and tables. A column on the right of the photo. The back of a trolley at the end of the desks on the left of the photo. Behind this, an enquiry desk and a glass circular partition wall. A row of presses behind the enquiry desk in the mid background of the photo. A bookcase on the far right.

#BHeritageWeek Come and join us on Saturday 13 September 11 am - 1 pm for a free introduction to how we can help your family history research. Booking is essential – tinyurl.com/FamilyHistor... #LibraryofBham #BHeritageWeek

A photograph of thin cardboard boxes in a pile. Several have the words Emitape written on their sides.

#BHeritageWeek Join us on Tuesday 16 September with guest speaker, Colin Hyde to explore how sound archives preserve our audio heritage and expand local history research - tinyurl.com/ListenToTheP...
#LibraryofBham #BHeritageWeek

Heritage Week Goes Live Tomorrow!

The Crescent and The Old Rep will be part of Birmingham Heritage Week, offering special historical tours of both venues!

Tickets: birminghamheritageweek.co.uk
£6 each, buy both for £10.

#CrescentTheatre #WeAreTheatre #BHeritageWeek #HiddenBirmingham