Barber Institute of Fine Arts

Birmingham

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Timings : Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Closed occasionally for maintenance

Entry Fee : Free

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Barber Institute of Fine Arts, Birmingham , Birmingham Overview

Barber Institute of Fine Arts is a popular concert hall and art gallery Birmingham. It is an early-20th century building situated in the premises of the University of Birmingham in England. Although this attraction is a part of the university, visitors are welcome to explore the exhibits during open hours. Barber Institute of Fine Arts has a large collection of paintings that represent European art

Barber Institute of Fine arts houses an impressive collection of artworks that draws not just the students but also art enthusiasts. The building a great example of English architecture of the 1900s and houses several offices, galleries, a concert hall, lecture halls and libraries. The exhibits represent the renaissance period, impressionism and post-impressionism movements. The institute is also credited as one of the best museums in Britain by Penguin Books. This attraction is highly recommended for art lovers.

How to Reach Barber Institute of Fine Arts

Barber Institute of Fine Arts is situated inside the premises of the University of Birmingham, about 4 miles to the south of the city centre. The roadways and the railways are best to reach the attraction. One can choose between city buses, taxis, self-drive vehicles and trains to commute to the institute. The route to Barber Institute of Fine Arts goes via A 38 - A 4400 - A 38 - Edgbaston Park Road - Ring Road N.

History of Barber Institute of Fine Arts

Barber Institute of Fine Arts was founded in 1932 in memory of Henry Barber by his wife Martha Barber. Consequently, the institute was transferred to the University of Birmingham to encourage fine arts amongst the students. The building was designed by Robert Atkinson. About four months after the institute was founded in 1932, Martha Barber passed away leaving her wealth in the hands of the trustees. It was further used to purchase quality artwork, to match the standards of the artefacts at the Wallace Collection and the National Gallery. Later, in 1939, the institute was inaugurated by Queen Mary and opened up to the public.