On Wednesday 9 February, the Birmingham Research Institute for History and Cultures (BRIHC) and the Centre for West Midlands History (CWMH) were joined by researchers Simon Briercliffe and Elizabeth Thomson from the Black Country Living Museum.

Their fascinating presentations reflected on and discussed how their research has contributed to the ‘Forging Ahead’ project at the Museum. The session was live streamed from the Museum itself and featured objects from the Museum’s rich collections.