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Tue 29th October

A child's hand draws with a wax crayon on a piece of paper Barber Family: Frottage Fun
11am - 2pm
Foyer and Galleries, Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Explore the varied botanical textures, forms and shapes through the fun medium of frottage! Frottage is the art of taking pencil and wax rubbings. Ideal for ages 4-10 & their grown-ups. No need to book - just turn up!
A storyteller bends to speak to small children Booktober: Family Day
11am - 3pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Drop-in for a fun-filled day dedicated to all things reading and books! Enjoy free story sessions, crafts, and more. Get creative by designing a bookmark inspired by your favourite literary character, and relax in our cosy reading corner.

Wed 30th October

A group of people look at black and white photos The Exchange: Family heritage tours
11am - 12:30pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Explore The Exchange and step into the shoes of those who once worked and banked in this historic building. Book your FREE family heritage tour today and discover the past and future of this magnificent building. Suitable for 6+ years.
A group of people look at black and white photos The Exchange: Family heritage tours
1pm - 2:30pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Explore The Exchange and step into the shoes of those who once worked and banked in this historic building. Book your FREE family heritage tour today and discover the past and future of this magnificent building. Suitable for 6+ years.

Thu 31st October

An illustrated robot towers over small human figures Spooky Screening: Robots Rule
10:30am - noon
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Don’t miss this family-friendly screening of short films where mischievous robots will dominate the screen. Enjoy fun and spooky hands-on activities alongside the films! Tickets cost £3 per child, with under 5s free.
A close up of a face drawn in red and blue lines Experimental Drawing
1pm - 3pm
Project Space and Galleries, Barber Institute of Fine Arts
“What is a drawing?” Think you know? Think again! Discover and explore a range of experimental drawing techniques that will change the way you make art, forever! Ideal for ages 11-16. Tickets for young people cost £3.

Sat 9th November

A close up of colouring pencils Barber Family with Saranjit Birdi
11am - 2pm
Foyer and Project Space, Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Explore the sense of touch through foot-drawing and watercolour painting to music with artist Saranjit Birdi. Perfect for 4–10-year-olds & their grown-ups, there's no need to book for these free, drop-in activities.

Thu 14th November

A robot hand passes a building block to a toddler Baby Science
9:30am - 12:30pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Bring your baby to join researchers from the University’s Babylab for a morning of baby-friendly activities. Explore senses, language, brain development, learning, and memory, and see how little brains inspire AI.

Sat 16th November

An AI generated image showing a slice of earth with layers and small vehicles Going Underground
11am - 3pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
At this family-friendly drop-in, discover how AI is revolutionising engineering, archaeology, geology, and more with interactive displays, demonstrations, and talks led by University of Birmingham academics.

Thu 21st November

A toddler dances to a musician playing a violin Barber Baby Musical Picnics
11am - noon
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Experience the magic of live music in the galleries every third Thursday of the month. Ideal for ages 0-4 and their grown-ups, enjoy a varied mix of performers, styles and instruments. No need to book - just turn up!

Sat 14th December

A small child colours in at a busy table Barber Family with Naoibh McNamee
11am - 2pm
Foyer and Project Space, Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Embark on an otherworldly expedition with costume and performance artist, Naoibh McNamee. Perfect for 4–10-year-olds and their grown-ups, there's no need to book for these free, drop-in activities.

Thu 19th December

A toddler dances to a musician playing a violin Barber Baby Musical Picnics
11am - noon
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Experience the magic of live music in the galleries every third Thursday of the month. Ideal for ages 0-4 and their grown-ups, enjoy a varied mix of performers, styles and instruments. No need to book - just turn up!

Sat 11th January

Colouring pencils seen close up Barber Family with Michael D. Kennedy
11am - 2pm
Foyer and Project Space, Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Explore a variety of overlooked Pre-Raphaelite-era occupations and their distinct odours. Perfect for 4–10-year-olds and their grown ups, there's no need to book for these free, drop-in activities.

Thu 16th January

A toddler dances to a musician playing a violin Barber Baby Musical Picnics
11am - noon
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Experience the magic of live music in the galleries every third Thursday of the month. Ideal for ages 0-4 and their grown-ups, enjoy a varied mix of performers, styles and instruments. No need to book - just turn up!
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