I've lived in this area all my life...
Mum: ‘I’ve lived in this area all my life, I still see people from my infant school. I suppose it’s changed for the better, I remember the big houses, there were families over there with 22 children. ...
James Hunte Poster in shop window
James Hunte, who ran the Mohammed Ali Centre in Hockley stood as an independent councillor in the late 1970's
James Watt burial at Handsworth Parish Church
The burial place of James Watt. Watt died on August 19th 1819 at his home, Heathfield House. He was laid to rest next to his old friend and colleague Matthew Boulton in Saint Mary's Churchyard.
Jennifer Wharton aka Pepsi Poet, Probation Officer / Comedienne
"Pepsi Poet, a local comedienne known for her biting satire, often aimed at the Conservatives. In the 1980's and 90's Pepsi Poet appeared on numerous TV / Radio programmes, including Channel 4's multi ...
'Jeune Fille'
Photograph by Ruth Handley.
Exhibition label on reverse: 'Sutton Coldfield Photographic Society. Accepted and Hung [at the] International Exhibition, 1955'.
Ruth Handley(1899-1957)was renowned ...
John Akomfrah director of 'Handsworth Songs'
"John Akomfrah, Director of the award winning 'Handsworth Songs' , filmed during the riots, it is a powerful examination of social, historical, racial and political disorder in Britain. Akomfrah reads ...
Joseph Southall
Self portrait of Joseph Southall who lived for many years at Charlotte Road in Edgbaston. As well as being a highly acclaimed artist, Southall was also a prominent local Quaker. A blue plaque was put ...
Joseph Southall's house
Number 13 Charlotte Road was the home of the Southall family for many years. Joseph Southall (1891-1944) achieved fame as a talented artist. He came back into the public eye last year when his painting ...
Julian Bull's Work: Vertical Hold
Still from 'Vertical Hold' artshow, Westminster Road, Handsworth. 23rd September 2002
Julian Bull's Work: Vertical Hold
Still from 'Vertical Hold' artshow, Westminster Road, Handsworth. 23rd September 2002
Julian Bull's Work: Vertical Hold
Still from 'Vertical Hold' artshow, Westminster Road, Handsworth. 23rd September 2002
Julian Bull's Work: Vertical Hold
Still from 'Vertical Hold' artshow, Westminster Road, Handsworth. 23rd September 2002
Julian Bull's Work: Vertical Hold
Still from 'Vertical Hold' artshow, Westminster Road, Handsworth. 23rd September 2002
Julian Bull's Work: Vertical Hold
"White Trash" from 'Vertical Hold' artshow, Westminster Road, Handsworth. 23rd September 2002
Julian Bull's work: Vertical Hold
From 'Vertical Hold' artshow, Westminster Road, Handsworth. 23rd September 2002
Julian Bull's work: Vertical Hold
From 'Vertical Hold' artshow, Westminster Road, Handsworth. 23rd September 2002
'Julie'
Photograph by Ruth Handley, c1950. Process: bromide.
Label on reverse: 'Sutton Coldfield Photographic Society. Accepted & Hung [at the] Eleventh Annual Exhibition, 1950'.
Ruth Handley(1899-1957)was ...