Celebration

Anniversaries view William Shakespeare's anniversary

A region of great minds that shaped the World. Find out more.

Meet the Lunartiks view the Lunartiks video

The Lunartiks, as they became known, were a society formed by talented individuals from the West Midlands that are today regarded as some of the world's most inspiring and innovative men.

Watch how they shaped the World we live in.

The Lunar Society Video

Events view the Lunartiks video

Join in the celebrations by visiting special events and exhibitions throughout 2009.

Quick Finder for Celebration

2009 is the year that we celebrate the imagination behind the innovations that defined the region. For centuries the Heart of England has been at the heart of evolution, revolution, transportation and much, much more.

You can join in these celebrations by visiting special events and exhibitions and taking part in a range of activities at the remarkable places where these momentous advances actually happened. Search for an event or festival using the quick-finder below:

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The Exhibition of Local Manufactures and Natural History 1886

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The Exhibition of Local Manufactures and...

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‘Coalbrookdale 300’ Exhibition

Celebrates 300th Anniversary of the...

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The Darwin Song Project in Shrewsbury

2009 marks the bi-centennial of the birth...

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Blists Hill New Street and Artisans' Quarter

This Easter visitors to Blists Hill...

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Regional Map view

West Midlands map

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you're not sure where in the region you'd like to visit and need some inspiration!

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