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November 2019
Black Country Studies Research Network Launch
The Black Country stands at a pivotal moment in its history. The increasing momentum of the 4th Industrial Revolution, the creation of devolved government through the West Midlands Combined Authority and potentially divisive social, economic and political issues arising, all play a role in this. Amidst this constantly shifting landscape,…
Find out more »February 2020
Black Country Studies Research Network II: Black Country Landscapes
Image: Multistorey, Wolverhampton by Tom Hicks - Black Country Type The Black Country landscape has always been, and remains, diverse. From the bucolic idyll of the Leasowes to the once-smoking chimneys’ of Chances; the fossil-rich limestone of the Wren’s Nest to the tainted earth where the Blue Billies once smouldered;…
Find out more »March 2020
BCSC Study Day: Black Country on Stage and Screen
Lights! Camera! Action! A day of expert talks exploring the performing and cinematic arts in the Black Country. Our speakers will take you on a behind the scenes tour of the Black Country’s global contribution to music, theatre, comedy, poetry and film. What makes the region’s sense of humour unique?…
Find out more »October 2020
Black Country Gothic
Brought to you by the University of Wolverhampton and Black Country Living Museum, Black Country Gothic explores the region as a Gothic setting. Expect spectacular tales of horror, the true and often tragic events that shape many of the region’s notorious ghost stories and the curious folklore and superstitions that…
Find out more »March 2021
Hidden Voices – Hush Now Creative Writing Workshop 11am-1pm
A participatory element of the Hush Now project offers Black Country residents the opportunity to take part in online Creative Writing and Song Writing workshops with Hush Now writer Sara-Jane Arbury and composer Olivia Preye. Each session is free and will be delivered via Zoom - bookers will be emailed…
Find out more »Hidden Voices – Hush Now Creative Writing Workshop 2pm-4pm
A participatory element of the Hush Now project offers Black Country residents the opportunity to take part in online Creative Writing and Song Writing workshops with Hush Now writer Sara-Jane Arbury and composer Olivia Preye. Each session is free and will be delivered via Zoom - bookers will be emailed…
Find out more »Hidden Voices – Hush Now Songwriting Workshop 11am-1pm
A participatory element of the Hush Now project offers Black Country residents the opportunity to take part in online Creative Writing and Song Writing workshops with Hush Now writer Sara-Jane Arbury and composer Olivia Preye. Each session is free and will be delivered via Zoom - bookers will be emailed…
Find out more »Hidden Voices – Hush Now Songwriting Workshop 2pm-4pm
A participatory element of the Hush Now project offers Black Country residents the opportunity to take part in online Creative Writing and Song Writing workshops with Hush Now writer Sara-Jane Arbury and composer Olivia Preye. Each session is free and will be delivered via Zoom - bookers will be emailed…
Find out more »May 2021
Festival of Britain Season: Dr Jane Webb revisits A Tonic for the Nation
The Black Country Studies Centre and Artsfest Online are pleased to present a series of events commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Festival of Britain and its impact in the Black Country. Throughout the summer, we'll be hosting a number of online lectures and events exploring different aspects of the…
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Festival of Britain Season: Abram Games and the 1951 Festival of Britain
On the 70th Anniversary of the Festival of Britain, Naomi Games will talk about the career of her father, graphic designer Abram Games. Abram Games won the competitions to design a symbol for the ’Tonic to the Nation’ and the Festival stamp. Naomi will give a personal view of her…
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