A Real Birmingham Family, Birmingham

Name: A Real Birmingham Family
Address: Birmingham, United Kingdom

#206 among attractions in Birmingham

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A Real Birmingham Family is a public artwork and sculpture by Gillian Wearing, cast in bronze, and erected in Centenary Square, outside the Library of Birmingham, England, on 30 October 2014. ()

Coordinates: 52°28'45"N, 1°54'29"W

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LadywoodBirmingham United Kingdom

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A Real Birmingham Family – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, City Hall, Gas Street Basin, Chamberlain Square.

~1120 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, United Kingdom, the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery (BMAG) stands as a cultural beacon, attracting art lovers and history enthusiasts alike. This distinguished museum, which opened its doors in 1885, is renowned for its extensive...
~1010 ftE
Nightlife, Music and shows, Architecture
City Hall, Birmingham
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, United Kingdom, City Hall stands as a testament to the city's vibrant cultural scene. As a premier music venue, it has played host to an eclectic mix of performances, ranging from classical concerts to contemporary music shows...
~800 ftSW
Canal, Neighbourhood
Gas Street Basin, Birmingham
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, Gas Street Basin stands as a testament to the Industrial Revolution and the city's rich canal heritage. This historic canal basin, once a bustling hub of trade and transport, is now a picturesque spot where the past and present...
~940 ftE
Square
Chamberlain Square, Birmingham
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, Chamberlain Square is a bustling hub that connects the city's rich past with its vibrant present. This urban space, named after the influential 19th-century politician Joseph Chamberlain, is a testament to Birmingham's cultural...
~1070 ftN
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Newman Brothers Coffin Furniture Factory, Birmingham
6 min walk • In the heart of Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter lies the Newman Brothers Coffin Furniture Factory, a museum that offers a unique glimpse into a bygone era of British manufacturing. This Victorian factory, which ceased operations in 1998, was once a thriving...
~520 ftSW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Concerts and shows
Symphony Hall, Birmingham
3 min walk • Symphony Hall is a 2,262 seat concert venue in Birmingham, England. It was officially opened by the Queen on 12 June 1991, although it had been in use since 15 April 1991.
~270 ftNE
Memorial, Monuments and statues, Architecture
Hall of Memory, Birmingham
2 min walk • The Hall of Memory is a war memorial in Centenary Square, Birmingham, England, designed by S. N. Cooke and W. N. Twist. Erected 1922–25 by John Barnsley and Son, it commemorates the 12,320 Birmingham citizens who died in World War I.
~40 ftNW
Square
Centenary Square, Birmingham
1 min walk • Centenary Square is a public square on the north side of Broad Street in Birmingham, England, named in 1989 to commemorate the centenary of Birmingham achieving city status.
~190 ftS
Monuments and statues
Boulton, Birmingham
1 min walk • Boulton, Watt and Murdoch is a gilded bronze statue depicting Matthew Boulton, James Watt, and William Murdoch by William Bloye, assisted by Raymond Forbes Kings.
~230 ftN
Large, contemporary building with a cafe
Library of Birmingham, Birmingham
2 min walk • The Library of Birmingham is a public library in Birmingham, England. It is situated on the west side of the city centre at Centenary Square, beside the Birmingham Rep and Baskerville House.
~500 ftE
Memorial
Chamberlain Memorial, Birmingham
3 min walk • The Chamberlain Memorial, also known as the Chamberlain Memorial Fountain, is a monument in Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, England, erected in 1880 to commemorate the public service of Joseph Chamberlain, Birmingham businessman, councillor, mayor, Member of Parliament, and statesman.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to A Real Birmingham Family?

Nearby attractions include Centenary Square, Birmingham (1 min walk), Boulton, Birmingham (1 min walk), Wheel of Birmingham, Birmingham (1 min walk), Library of Birmingham, Birmingham (2 min walk).

How to get to A Real Birmingham Family by public transport?

The nearest stations to A Real Birmingham Family:

Tram

Library • Lines: 1 (1 min walk)
Town Hall • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)

Bus

Cambridge St / Baskerville House • Lines: X8 (3 min walk)
Gc1 • Lines: 9, X8 (6 min walk)

Train

Birmingham New Street (11 min walk)
Birmingham Snow Hill (13 min walk)