Culture, arts and heritage news

Arts minister visits the Library of Birmingham

The Library of Birmingham’s role in supporting innovation and creativity was praised during a visit by the Government’s arts minister earlier today (8 November 2017).

Published 8th November 2017.

• Birmingham Weekender encapsulates spirit of cultural programme for 2022 bid

  Just 22 days ahead of Birmingham’s largest arts festival, Birmingham Weekender (from 22 – 24 September), the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games bid team unveils its cultural programme for the Games.

  Published 31st August 2017.

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  Heritage Open Days at Stirchley Baths

  On Sunday 10 September, Stirchley Baths, a community hub on Bournville Lane, Stirchley, will be showcasing its heritage as an Edwardian swimming baths and public washhouse.

  Published 30th August 2017.

• Birmingham Archives and Collections achieves national accreditation

  Birmingham Archives and Collections, based at the Library of Birmingham, has been awarded Archive Service Accreditation by The National Archives today (20 July 2017).

  Published 20th July 2017.

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  Arts Council funding for city's cultural sector

  Arts Council England (ACE) has announced £88.7 million investment in Birmingham's cultural sector - with funding for 37 arts organisations across the city.

  Published 29th June 2017.