About
The Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, also known as BMAG, is a major museum in the city of Birmingham. The address given for it is Chamberlain Square, Birmingham B3 3DH, United States, so it sits in a central, square-based part of the city, within walking distance of the surrounding streets and public spaces.
What you will find inside
The museum is known for three main areas of its collection:
- Pre-Raphaelite paintings, including what is described as the largest collection of Pre-Raphaelite art.
- Applied arts, the decorative and functional objects that show how design and craft were made and valued.
- Social history, which looks at everyday life and the people of the area over time.
Together these make the museum a good choice for anyone interested in British art of the nineteenth century, or in how objects reflect the lives of a community.
Planning your visit
Because the collections span painting, design and history, a visit can be as long or short as you like. Those who come specifically for the Pre-Raphaelite works may wish to focus on that gallery, while others may prefer to wander through the applied arts and social history displays. If you need details on opening times, admission or facilities before you travel, you can reach the museum by telephone at +44 121 348 8000.
The area around it
The museum's location in the city centre means it pairs easily with other things to see and do nearby. Visitors exploring Birmingham can combine a morning among the paintings and objects with an afternoon walking the streets of the city.