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The Many Museums of Birmingham
Known as a city full of museums and galleries to explore, Birmingham is a hub of knowledge worth visiting for one or two particularly impressive names in the fields of art and science alone. Though in any city it is possible to keep yourself occupied by heading from one museum to the next, Birmingham's collection of public galleries and spaces is second to none, and not only defines the city's past and present but holds in store a few surprises too.
One of Birmingham's most popular attractions, though little heard of past the city limits, is the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter. Like most of the city's museums the entrance is free, and the displays themselves are within a simple terraced house which was once one of the city's most productive and prolific jewellery makers. This compact space, in the heart of the busy Jewellery Quarter, shows the conditions the jewellers found themselves making pieces in as the vintage machinery, work benches and intricate hand tools still lie untouched since the company closed its doors in the recession of 1981.
Step back in time with the tell-tale signs of the era, from homemade jams sitting on the shelves to dusty newspapers still sitting folded up, as this personal insight into Birmingham's industrial revolution is perhaps the best. Of course, the Jewellery Quarter is just as buzzing today as it was during the 20th century, as much of England's jewellery is produced in this small district.
Drawing visitors from around the globe, the Barber Institute of Fine Arts should be on anybody's must-see list in Birmingham. Established in 1932 by Sir Henry Barber, the museum is the UK's leading authority on Renaissance art and sits amongst the world's finest art collections. Situated within the University of Birmingham, the Barber Institute is free and includes Masters such as Monet, Matisse, Botticelli and Rodin amongst its permanent collection.
Head down to Trinity Road and you will find Aston Hall. Built between 1618 and 1635 for Sir Thomas Holt, this vast and grand mansion is now a living museum, full of period rooms and features, which are all kept in immaculate condition. Free entry again, this opulent abode was once amongst the city's finest addresses and boasts the paintings, antiques and textiles that come with such standing.
Perhaps the most popular museum in the city though is The Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery in Chamberlain Square. Promising to cover "the last 400,000 years of history" this free entry exhibit space is probably most famous for its Pre-Raphaelite collection, with many great works from French, Italian and Dutch artists of the period. However, the museum and art gallery covers so much that you could spend several days getting to know the various displays; from sculpture and archaeology, to natural history, ceramics and a lot more.
To see the city's impressive museum and gallery collection in full, book into one of the many Birmingham hotels and make a weekend of it.
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