Heritage Open Day: Explore the work of two local artists displaying for HODs to run alongside our exhibition showcasing colourful works from our collection celebrating the creativity of local artists and craftspeople from the 1700s until today. Explore pieces by artists Abigail Villarroel and Simmi Sahota. A display for Heritage Open Days as part of our Extraordinary Ordinary exhibition celebrating the creativity of local artists and craftspeople from the 1700s until today.
The area of the Black Country now known as Sandwell was known in the Industrial revolution for heavy industry. But out of the smoke and grime there were people producing beautiful decorative items such as stained-glass, studio pottery, enamels and paintings. This exhibition showcases these beautiful items made in what is now Sandwell.