Sunday, June 22, 2025
The Jewellery Quarter Museum, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Sunday, June 22, 2025
The Jewellery Quarter Museum, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Join us for an enlightening evening as we embark on a journey through history with the Black Heritage Walks Network. Discover the hidden gems of the Jewellery Quarter, and learn about its rich African heritage that paved its streets with gold. Our passionate guides will take you on a walking tour like no other, sharing stories and insights that will leave you in awe.
Immerse yourself in this unique experience as we delve into the fascinating history of African gold and its impact on one of Birmingham's most iconic neighbourhoods. From ancient trade routes to modern-day influences, our talk & lecture event will shed light on the often overlooked contributions of black communities to society. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with your city's past and gain a deeper understanding of its cultural roots. Book your spot now for Streets Paved with Gold – an event that is sure to leave you inspired!
The Jewellery Quarter Museum
75-80 Vyse Street, Birmingham, B18 6HA United Kingdom
By Road
Museum of the Jewellery Quarter is located just outside Birmingham City Centre. For Sat Nav use postcode B18 6HA.
Vyse Street is off Great Hampton Street (B4100). There is no car park at the museum but parking is available on Vyse street and nearby streets (charges may apply).
Birmingham is now a 'Category D Clean Air Zone', this means owners of the most high-polluting vehicles will be charged to drive within certain parts of the city centre, including the area that Thinktank is located in. To find out more and to check if your vehicle will be charged visit brumbreathes.co.uk
From Birmingham city centre use the following buses.
· Number 101. Catch the bus at Colmore Row. Get off at the Clock bus stop on Warstone Lane
· Number 16. Catch the bus at Upper Dean Street Get off at the Vyse Street bus stop on Great Hampton Street
· Number 74. Catch the bus at Old Square. Get off at the Vyse Street bus stop on Great Hampton Street
From other Birmingham areas use circular bus Number 8A and Number 8C. Get off at Jewellery Quarter Station bus stop.
Bus services are operated by National Express West Midlands.
The closest metro stop is Jewellery Quarter. It is a 8 minute trip between the Grand Central metro stop (outside New Street Station) and Jewellery Quarter.
Turn left upon leaving the station onto Vyse Street and the entrance to the museum is located on the right hand side of the road. It is 5 mins walk away.
The closest train station is the Jewellery Quarter, only one stop away from Birmingham Snow Hill station.
Board one of West Midlands Railway's services, for a 3 minute journey.
Upon leaving the station turn left onto Vyse Street and the entrance to the museum is located on the right hand side of the road. It is 5 mins walk away.
Please check the West Midlands Railway website for Station Accessibility information.