Birmingham & Midland Institute
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We are a charity that seeks to promote and provide cultural and educational activities in Science, the Arts and Literature for everyone.
🏏 The Ashes 2025 are almost upon us! 🇦🇺🏴
To get you in the mood take a step back in time with our historical cricket book collection at the BMI Library! 📚
Explore the early records, classic accounts, and statistical gems that trace the game's rich history, right up to the start of the Ashes legend.
To get you in the mood take a step back in time with our historical cricket book collection at the BMI Library! 📚
Explore the early records, classic accounts, and statistical gems that trace the game's rich history, right up to the start of the Ashes legend.
November 18, 2025 at 7:05 PM
🏏 The Ashes 2025 are almost upon us! 🇦🇺🏴
To get you in the mood take a step back in time with our historical cricket book collection at the BMI Library! 📚
Explore the early records, classic accounts, and statistical gems that trace the game's rich history, right up to the start of the Ashes legend.
To get you in the mood take a step back in time with our historical cricket book collection at the BMI Library! 📚
Explore the early records, classic accounts, and statistical gems that trace the game's rich history, right up to the start of the Ashes legend.
Celebrate the start of the festive season with CONCERT 'VOICES AND VISIONS'! 🎶
Join us for an evening of beautiful music and spoken word exploring the meaning of Christmas.
Thurs 4th Dec, 7pm
Get your tickets now! 👇
shorturl.at/kJczi
#Birmingham #Concert #Christmas #Charity #xmas
Join us for an evening of beautiful music and spoken word exploring the meaning of Christmas.
Thurs 4th Dec, 7pm
Get your tickets now! 👇
shorturl.at/kJczi
#Birmingham #Concert #Christmas #Charity #xmas
CONCERT 'VOICES AND VISIONS'
The Concert will celebrate the start of the festive season and also explore the meaning of Christmas from different perspectives
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November 5, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Celebrate the start of the festive season with CONCERT 'VOICES AND VISIONS'! 🎶
Join us for an evening of beautiful music and spoken word exploring the meaning of Christmas.
Thurs 4th Dec, 7pm
Get your tickets now! 👇
shorturl.at/kJczi
#Birmingham #Concert #Christmas #Charity #xmas
Join us for an evening of beautiful music and spoken word exploring the meaning of Christmas.
Thurs 4th Dec, 7pm
Get your tickets now! 👇
shorturl.at/kJczi
#Birmingham #Concert #Christmas #Charity #xmas
Our poppies have returned for #RemembranceDay2025. Created for the 100 year anniversary, each poppy represents a person from the BMI who served in the first world war, scarlet for those who returned, burgundy for those who didn't. The honour roll is attached. #poppies #remberance
November 3, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Our poppies have returned for #RemembranceDay2025. Created for the 100 year anniversary, each poppy represents a person from the BMI who served in the first world war, scarlet for those who returned, burgundy for those who didn't. The honour roll is attached. #poppies #remberance
🎶 An Evening of Swing is coming to Birmingham! 🎤
Join singer Nick Holden at the BMI for a night of Rat-Pack classics—think "My Way" and "That's Life"!
🗓️ Thu, Oct 16, 2025 🕖 7:00 PM 📍
Get your tickets - shorturl.at/aXHJD
#Swing #RatPack #BirminghamEvents #LiveMusic
Join singer Nick Holden at the BMI for a night of Rat-Pack classics—think "My Way" and "That's Life"!
🗓️ Thu, Oct 16, 2025 🕖 7:00 PM 📍
Get your tickets - shorturl.at/aXHJD
#Swing #RatPack #BirminghamEvents #LiveMusic
An Evening of Swing
Join singer Nick Holden as he brings the Rat-Pack to the Birmingham & Midland Institute.
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October 2, 2025 at 2:59 PM
🎶 An Evening of Swing is coming to Birmingham! 🎤
Join singer Nick Holden at the BMI for a night of Rat-Pack classics—think "My Way" and "That's Life"!
🗓️ Thu, Oct 16, 2025 🕖 7:00 PM 📍
Get your tickets - shorturl.at/aXHJD
#Swing #RatPack #BirminghamEvents #LiveMusic
Join singer Nick Holden at the BMI for a night of Rat-Pack classics—think "My Way" and "That's Life"!
🗓️ Thu, Oct 16, 2025 🕖 7:00 PM 📍
Get your tickets - shorturl.at/aXHJD
#Swing #RatPack #BirminghamEvents #LiveMusic
Part of our extensive Poetry collection for National Poetry Day. It's impossible to choose just one poem for everyone, so come along and browse our shelves.
#nationalpoetryday #poems #birmingham
#nationalpoetryday #poems #birmingham
October 2, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Part of our extensive Poetry collection for National Poetry Day. It's impossible to choose just one poem for everyone, so come along and browse our shelves.
#nationalpoetryday #poems #birmingham
#nationalpoetryday #poems #birmingham
It's #NationalCoffeeDay today. Where better to sit down and have a nice coffee than the cafe at the BMI.
#CoffeeTime #CoffeeDay #birmingham #relax
#CoffeeTime #CoffeeDay #birmingham #relax
October 1, 2025 at 8:53 AM
It's #NationalCoffeeDay today. Where better to sit down and have a nice coffee than the cafe at the BMI.
#CoffeeTime #CoffeeDay #birmingham #relax
#CoffeeTime #CoffeeDay #birmingham #relax
Happy International Day of Birmingham.
The BMI has been a hub for learning for over 170 years. From Dickens giving his first public reading to its continued role in adult education and cultural events, the BMI is a testament to the city's enduring commitment to knowledge and community.
The BMI has been a hub for learning for over 170 years. From Dickens giving his first public reading to its continued role in adult education and cultural events, the BMI is a testament to the city's enduring commitment to knowledge and community.
September 24, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Happy International Day of Birmingham.
The BMI has been a hub for learning for over 170 years. From Dickens giving his first public reading to its continued role in adult education and cultural events, the BMI is a testament to the city's enduring commitment to knowledge and community.
The BMI has been a hub for learning for over 170 years. From Dickens giving his first public reading to its continued role in adult education and cultural events, the BMI is a testament to the city's enduring commitment to knowledge and community.
We have been running Monday Lectures since 1854. We have managed to book our Laureates into this term, so are excited about Laureate Season.
Our Historian in Residence, Andrew Reekes, talks about Oswald Moseley today at 1pm.
Follow the link for more info
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Our Historian in Residence, Andrew Reekes, talks about Oswald Moseley today at 1pm.
Follow the link for more info
shorturl.at/evYeQ
Events | Music | Lectures | Exhibitions | Day Schools | Study Days | Symposia — The Birmingham & Midland Institute
Discover unforgettable moments at BMI's events. View the latest events. Attend an event at our conference centre in Birmingham.
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September 15, 2025 at 9:53 AM
We have been running Monday Lectures since 1854. We have managed to book our Laureates into this term, so are excited about Laureate Season.
Our Historian in Residence, Andrew Reekes, talks about Oswald Moseley today at 1pm.
Follow the link for more info
shorturl.at/evYeQ
Our Historian in Residence, Andrew Reekes, talks about Oswald Moseley today at 1pm.
Follow the link for more info
shorturl.at/evYeQ
Ready to get inspired? ✨ Check out all the events we have planned at the BMI! We've got something for everyone—from art and history talks to creative writing courses and live music.
See our full events calendar and book your tickets on our website! 👇
www.bmi.org.uk/events
#BirminghamEvents
See our full events calendar and book your tickets on our website! 👇
www.bmi.org.uk/events
#BirminghamEvents
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August 28, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Ready to get inspired? ✨ Check out all the events we have planned at the BMI! We've got something for everyone—from art and history talks to creative writing courses and live music.
See our full events calendar and book your tickets on our website! 👇
www.bmi.org.uk/events
#BirminghamEvents
See our full events calendar and book your tickets on our website! 👇
www.bmi.org.uk/events
#BirminghamEvents
We have a new space available. Our Cadbury Office is available to hire for full or half day. Starting at £75. This includes Wi-Fi. To book, please contact daniel@bmi.org.uk
#officespace #birmingham
#officespace #birmingham
August 28, 2025 at 9:52 AM
We have a new space available. Our Cadbury Office is available to hire for full or half day. Starting at £75. This includes Wi-Fi. To book, please contact daniel@bmi.org.uk
#officespace #birmingham
#officespace #birmingham
Peter Tinkler, our Artist in Residence, is exhibiting some of his '100 Heads' project in the BMI Summer Show, a celebration of local painters. The Show runs from 18th August to 27th September, Entry is free, please come along.
#birmingham #art #exhibition
#birmingham #art #exhibition
August 25, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Peter Tinkler, our Artist in Residence, is exhibiting some of his '100 Heads' project in the BMI Summer Show, a celebration of local painters. The Show runs from 18th August to 27th September, Entry is free, please come along.
#birmingham #art #exhibition
#birmingham #art #exhibition
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Following our successful annual conference at the Birmingham and Midlands Institute, the VPFA is pleased to announce it is now affiliated with the Birmingham & Midlands Institute (www.bmi.org.uk) [1/2]
August 6, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Following our successful annual conference at the Birmingham and Midlands Institute, the VPFA is pleased to announce it is now affiliated with the Birmingham & Midlands Institute (www.bmi.org.uk) [1/2]
Don't miss our Summer Art Show. Monday 18th Aug - Sat 27th Sept. Free for all to view. #artwork #artist #exhibition #free #summerholidays #birmingham
August 18, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Don't miss our Summer Art Show. Monday 18th Aug - Sat 27th Sept. Free for all to view. #artwork #artist #exhibition #free #summerholidays #birmingham
A big thank you to members of our exhibition committee, artist in residence Peter Tinkler and art consultant and author @ruth_millington for judging our forthcoming Summer Exhibition.
Exhibition opens Monday 18th August through to Saturday 27th September.
9am-4pm.
Free entry.
Exhibition opens Monday 18th August through to Saturday 27th September.
9am-4pm.
Free entry.
August 5, 2025 at 10:36 AM
A big thank you to members of our exhibition committee, artist in residence Peter Tinkler and art consultant and author @ruth_millington for judging our forthcoming Summer Exhibition.
Exhibition opens Monday 18th August through to Saturday 27th September.
9am-4pm.
Free entry.
Exhibition opens Monday 18th August through to Saturday 27th September.
9am-4pm.
Free entry.
Discover the incredible life of Vincent Van Gogh! 🎨 Join artist Stephen Nicol for a three-hour deep dive into Van Gogh's journey from his early years in the Netherlands to his prolific period in Arles.
🗓️ Date: Tuesday 9th September
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM - 9 PM
🎟️ Tickets: rb.gy/6rcgxz
🗓️ Date: Tuesday 9th September
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM - 9 PM
🎟️ Tickets: rb.gy/6rcgxz
The Life of Vincent Van Gogh
A slide show in 2 parts
illustrated with Van Gogh’s drawings and paintings
and a narrative by Stephen Nicol.
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August 4, 2025 at 7:20 AM
Discover the incredible life of Vincent Van Gogh! 🎨 Join artist Stephen Nicol for a three-hour deep dive into Van Gogh's journey from his early years in the Netherlands to his prolific period in Arles.
🗓️ Date: Tuesday 9th September
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM - 9 PM
🎟️ Tickets: rb.gy/6rcgxz
🗓️ Date: Tuesday 9th September
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM - 9 PM
🎟️ Tickets: rb.gy/6rcgxz
Our Artist in Residence, Peter Tinkler, continues on his fascinating journey through the 100 Heads challenge.
July 30, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Our Artist in Residence, Peter Tinkler, continues on his fascinating journey through the 100 Heads challenge.
Day 1 of the @VPFA1 conference is drawing to close. What a lovely way to end. Victorian silent movies accompanied by pianist @bianca.vancea_pianist
See you all for day 2 tomorrow
#VPFAExtremes #silentmovies #victorian #history
See you all for day 2 tomorrow
#VPFAExtremes #silentmovies #victorian #history
July 14, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Day 1 of the @VPFA1 conference is drawing to close. What a lovely way to end. Victorian silent movies accompanied by pianist @bianca.vancea_pianist
See you all for day 2 tomorrow
#VPFAExtremes #silentmovies #victorian #history
See you all for day 2 tomorrow
#VPFAExtremes #silentmovies #victorian #history
We are delighted to welcome the @VPFA1 for day 1 of their 3 day conference "Heights, Depths and Extremes."
#VPFAExtremes #VPFA #bmi1854 #birmingham #victorian
#VPFAExtremes #VPFA #bmi1854 #birmingham #victorian
July 14, 2025 at 11:36 AM
We are delighted to welcome the @VPFA1 for day 1 of their 3 day conference "Heights, Depths and Extremes."
#VPFAExtremes #VPFA #bmi1854 #birmingham #victorian
#VPFAExtremes #VPFA #bmi1854 #birmingham #victorian
169th President of The Birmingham and Midland Institute, Sir Paul Nurse, was at the Institute to deliver his President's Address on 5th July. Afterwards he presented Professor Colin Fink with the 2025 President's Medal and conferred Fellowship of the Institute upon Carl Chinn.
July 7, 2025 at 6:43 AM
169th President of The Birmingham and Midland Institute, Sir Paul Nurse, was at the Institute to deliver his President's Address on 5th July. Afterwards he presented Professor Colin Fink with the 2025 President's Medal and conferred Fellowship of the Institute upon Carl Chinn.
Today is a special day in Birmingham's history! On July 3rd, 1854, the @bmi1854 was founded with the vision of promoting education, science, and the arts for all.
171 years on, the BMI stands as a testament to enduring intellectual curiosity and cultural enrichment.
#celebrate #171yearsyoung
171 years on, the BMI stands as a testament to enduring intellectual curiosity and cultural enrichment.
#celebrate #171yearsyoung
July 3, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Today is a special day in Birmingham's history! On July 3rd, 1854, the @bmi1854 was founded with the vision of promoting education, science, and the arts for all.
171 years on, the BMI stands as a testament to enduring intellectual curiosity and cultural enrichment.
#celebrate #171yearsyoung
171 years on, the BMI stands as a testament to enduring intellectual curiosity and cultural enrichment.
#celebrate #171yearsyoung
In preparation of our Presidential address on Sat 5th July. Here is our President Sir Paul Nurse on BBC's Desert Island Disks in Feb 2002.
Tickets are still available to hear Sir Paul's address - bmi.org.uk/events/preside…
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Tickets are still available to hear Sir Paul's address - bmi.org.uk/events/preside…
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June 27, 2025 at 7:01 AM
In preparation of our Presidential address on Sat 5th July. Here is our President Sir Paul Nurse on BBC's Desert Island Disks in Feb 2002.
Tickets are still available to hear Sir Paul's address - bmi.org.uk/events/preside…
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Tickets are still available to hear Sir Paul's address - bmi.org.uk/events/preside…
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Curious about life's deepest mysteries? 🤔 Join us on July 5, 2025, for our President's Address: "What is Life?" featuring Nobel Prize winner Sir Paul Nurse! He'll delve into the five great ideas of biology.
Secure your spot today! shorturl.at/wbEIj
#Biology #Science
Secure your spot today! shorturl.at/wbEIj
#Biology #Science
President's Address: "What is Life?" With Sir Paul Nurse — The Birmingham & Midland Institute
In this lecture Sir Paul considers the question “What is Life?” by discussing five great ideas of biology, ranging from the ‘Cell’ to ‘the Logic of Life’. By considering these concepts a direction of ...
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June 20, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Curious about life's deepest mysteries? 🤔 Join us on July 5, 2025, for our President's Address: "What is Life?" featuring Nobel Prize winner Sir Paul Nurse! He'll delve into the five great ideas of biology.
Secure your spot today! shorturl.at/wbEIj
#Biology #Science
Secure your spot today! shorturl.at/wbEIj
#Biology #Science
Don't miss our final Monday lunchtime talk on 30th June, 1pm.
@lenchs_trust
will be talking about their fascinating history.
Tickets still available.
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@lenchs_trust
will be talking about their fascinating history.
Tickets still available.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/history-of...
History of Lench's Trust
Professor Carl Chinn and Lenchs Trust Chief Executive will take us through the remarkable history of Birmingham’s Oldest Charity
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June 16, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Don't miss our final Monday lunchtime talk on 30th June, 1pm.
@lenchs_trust
will be talking about their fascinating history.
Tickets still available.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/history-of...
@lenchs_trust
will be talking about their fascinating history.
Tickets still available.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/history-of...
Lots of you may know we are a clue in the #birmingham treasure hunt. But we are so much more than just a clue.
Why not pop in and find out about our history, check out our exhibition or just have a cake and drink in our cafe.
#birmingham #clue #treasurehunt #comeinside
Why not pop in and find out about our history, check out our exhibition or just have a cake and drink in our cafe.
#birmingham #clue #treasurehunt #comeinside
June 10, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Lots of you may know we are a clue in the #birmingham treasure hunt. But we are so much more than just a clue.
Why not pop in and find out about our history, check out our exhibition or just have a cake and drink in our cafe.
#birmingham #clue #treasurehunt #comeinside
Why not pop in and find out about our history, check out our exhibition or just have a cake and drink in our cafe.
#birmingham #clue #treasurehunt #comeinside