World-first Ozzy Osbourne exhibition to open at museum and art gallery

Two exhibitions are set to open in Birmingham celebrating the solo achievements and global awards of rock icon Ozzy Osbourne and the album art of the original Black Sabbath line-up.

The exhibitions coincide with their historic homecoming concert at Villa Park.

The free-to-enter exhibition at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery called ‘Working Class Hero’ (25 June-28 Sept, 2025) showcases Ozzy’s most prestigious international honours.

These include Grammy Awards, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame accolades, MTV awards, Hollywood Walk of Fame and Birmingham Walk of Stars honours and a selection of his platinum and gold discs which recognise millions of record sales around the world, alongside photography and video that charts his journey from “a working-class kid from Aston” to becoming the world’s most recognisable global rock legend.

Fans can also enjoy a free outdoor Black Sabbath photography exhibition in Victoria Square, showcasing archive images of all four founding members of the band - Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, Bill Ward and Ozzy Osbourne - alongside iconic album artwork and fascinating facts about the band’s Birmingham roots.

And on nearby Navigation Street, outside New Street Station, world-famous spray artist Mr Murals has created a stunning 40-metre street-long artwork in tribute to Black Sabbath featuring their iconic logo and lifelike portraits throughout the last seven decades.

Sharon Osbourne said: “Ozzy is proof that no matter where you start in life, with passion, grit, and a little bit of madness, you can achieve the extraordinary.

“This exhibition is a thank you to the fans and the city of Birmingham – the place where it all began. We’re so proud to bring it home.”

Sara Wajid and Zak Mensah, co-CEOs of Birmingham Museums Trust, said: “We are incredibly proud to host this prestigious exhibition dedicated to Ozzy Osbourne – a true Brummie icon whose influence spans generations and continents.

“Celebrating the life and achievements of someone so deeply connected to the city aligns perfectly with our mission to reflect and share Birmingham’s rich and diverse cultural heritage.

“We can’t wait to welcome visitors from near and far.”

With a free museum exhibition, a once-in-a-lifetime concert, and open-air artwork displays in the heart of the city, Birmingham is set to be the global destination for Black Sabbath fans this summer.