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Birmingham History Fair Sat 13 July 2024
Venue:  King Edward VI High School for Girls, Edgbaston Park Road,  Birmingham,  B15 2UB
Time: 10am-4pm

35+ tables featuring community groups, non-profits, local history and heritage groups, genealogy groups, military interest, small commercials, postcards, photographs, memorabilia, books, souvenirs.

Free programme at the door for all entrants.

Join us at the Birmingham History Fair for an exciting day of exploration and discovery. This in-person event will take place on Sat Jul 13 2024 at 10:00 AM in the beautiful King Edward VI High School for Girls in Edgbaston.

Immerse yourself in some of the rich history of Birmingham and surrounding as we showcase fascinating exhibits and displays. Discover the stories that have shaped the region to help you gain a deeper understanding of its vibrant past.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a student, or simply curious about the heritage of Birmingham and surrounding, this fair has something for everyone. Explore different eras, from the Industrial Revolution to the modern day, and marvel at the achievements and struggles of our ancestors.

Engage with passionate historians and local experts who will be on hand to share their knowledge and answer your questions. Participate in activities that bring history to life, allowing you to experience the past firsthand.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to delve into the captivating history of the wider Birmingham area. Mark your calendars and join us at the Birmingham History Fair for an unforgettable day of discovery and celebration!

Latest list of Exhibitors

Andrew Lound Odyssey Presentations
Andy Maxam Publishing
Balsall Heath Local History Society
Birmingham & Midland Institute, The
Birmingham Archives & Heritage, Friends of
Birmingham Back to Backs
Birmingham Medal Society, The
Black Country Society, The
Brandwood End Cemetery, Friends of
Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Co-op History Group
D & P Military History – Royal Warwickshire Regiment
Heartlands History Society
Keith Clenton Memorabilia
Key Hill & Warstone Lane Cemeteries, Friends of
King Edward VI High School for Girls - History Dept.
Midland Ancestors
Pen Museum, The
West Midlands Fire Service Heritage Group
West Midlands Police Museum – Steelhouse Lane Lock-up

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/birmingham-local-family-history-fair-tickets-912172441327?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&_gl=1*18m3ocy*_up*MQ..*_ga*MjAzMzU4NjE4NC4xNzE5NDM5NzE1*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*MTcxOTQzOTcxNS4xLjAuMTcxOTQzOTcxNS4wLjAuMA..

Part of Birmingham Heritage Week Saturday 17 September in Warstone Lane cemetery in Hockley, Birmingham Jewellery Quarter. 

Assistance with burial plot numbers  for Warstone Lane cemetery and Key Hill cemetery with the Friends of Key Hill Cemetery & Warstone Lane Cemetery.

Birmingham & Midland Society of Genealogy & Heraldry BMSGH also known as Midland Ancestors will also have an information stall in Warstone Lane Cemetery.
 
Key Hill cemetery was formally known as The General cemetery and was Birmingham's first Cemetery and is non-denominational.

Neighbouring Warstone Lane cemetery( Church of England) was Birmingham's second cemetery.

More information here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/find-burial-plot-numbers-with-the-friends-family-history-with-bmsgh-tickets-393520499407?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Friends of Key Hill Cemetery & Warstone Lane Cemetery Est 2004  http://www.fkwc.org/

Midland Ancestors - BMSGH https://midland-ancestors.uk/
 

Hello,
Could anyone enlighten me what P.P.G.A  stand for after a person's name?
These initials are on  headstone of a gentleman who  was in the Ancient Order of Druid's

Hi
 I am looking for the parents and birth of Wilhelm Herman Severing who died in Birmingham, England  in 1895.
I have details of his death, it is his birth, parents and siblings I am seeking.
Wilhelm apparently was a deserter from the German Army.