Half term can be so boring, unless you make a visit to the Jewellery Quarter this week! There is plenty to see and do to keep even the most energetic kids occupied!

The Jewellery Quarter is home to two fantastic museums (both free entry) including the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and the Pen Room Museum, as well as a number of galleries including the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists in St Paul’s Square.

Why not take a walk around the Quarter, following our Pavement Trails, not forgetting to browse the many jewellery shops that have given this unique area it’s name.  

Once you’ve worked up an appetite there is a wide choice of cafes and restaurants with varied menus at affordable prices. 

Need help to plan your visit? Click here for suggested itineraries and details of how to get here. 

Family Friendly Workshops 
 
Friday 19 February – Rachel Yallop ARBSA at RBSA Gallery
11.00am -1.00pm and
2.00pm – 4.00pm.
Designed to show the ‘looser’ styles and more experimental nature of calligraphy using big pens and brushes.   Suitable for ages  8-12.  £6 per child.  All children must be accompanied by an adult.  Booking essential (call 0121 236 4353).

RBSA Gallery
4 Brook Street
St Paul’s
Birmingham
B3 1SA

Friday 20th February – Pen Room Museum
Join Rachel Yallop ARBSA for a Family Friendly calligraphy workshop at The Pen Room. Experiment with a variety of pens to produce different writing styles.  Suitable for children 8+. Cost £6 per child, all material included.  All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Time 11.00am – 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 4.00pm
To book ring 0121 236 9834 or email pentalk@penroom.freeserve.co.uk.

Pen Room Museum
The Argent Centre
60, Frederick Street
Birmingham
B1 3HS