Rise of the Phoenix: Fantasy Family Day

Step into a world of fantasy and adventure as we follow the phoenix from Old English poetry to the stories we know today.

What to expect

• Bring the ancient tale of The Phoenix to life
• Solve riddles with University of Birmingham medievalists
• Discover how this fiery bird has taken flight through centuries of storytelling.
• Make your own colourful phoenix
• Design a lucky sun-inspired amulet
• Play fantasy board games
• Browse children’s books from How Brave Is the Wren.

The café in the Banking Hall is open throughout the event and serves hot and cold drinks and food.

Take the opportunity to see Helios, a vast illuminated sculpture by British artist Luke Jerram depicting the surface of the sun using NASA imagery.

Do I need to book?

No need to book! This event is free to enter on a drop-in basis. 

Facilities and accessibility

We’re committed to making The Exchange as welcoming and accessible as possible. There’s step-free access and accessible toilets on all floors, plus a Changing Places toilet on the basement level. Guide dogs and assistance animals are always welcome. If you have any questions about access, just drop us an email at engage@contacts.bham.ac.uk.