'World-first' Ozzy Osbourne exhibition opens ahead of final Black Sabbath show in Birmingham
A world-first exhibition dedicated to Ozzy Osbourne has opened in Birmingham ahead of Black Sabbath's final-ever show.
An exhibition dedicated to Birmingham legend, Ozzy Osbourne, has opened at the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery ahead of Black Sabbath's final ever show, which is at Villa Park next weekend.
The exhibition, titled Working Class Hero, runs until 28 September and displays Ozzy's most prestigious international awards, including Grammy Awards, MTV honours, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame recognition, and his Hollywood and Birmingham Walk of Fame stars.
These are all displayed together for the very first time.
Launching the exhibition with the cutting of a black ribbon, Sharon Osbourne said: "This exhibition is a real celebration of everything Ozzy has achieved and the city that made him. We’re absolutely thrilled to share it with the fans – Birmingham, this one’s for you."
As part of the wider ‘Summer of Sabbath’ celebrations, fans can also enjoy a free outdoor Black Sabbath photography exhibition in Victoria Square, featuring rare archive images of Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, Bill Ward, and Ozzy Osbourne, iconic album artwork, and untold stories about the band’s deep Birmingham roots.
Just steps away on Navigation Street, near New Street station, world-renowned spray artist Mr Murals has created a 40-metre tribute to Black Sabbath, featuring the band’s iconic logo and lifelike portraits spanning seven decades.
Sara Wajid and Zak Mensah, Co-CEOs of Birmingham Museums Trust, added: "We’re thrilled to welcome visitors to ‘Working Class Hero’ – a landmark exhibition for a true Brummie icon. Ozzy’s story is Birmingham’s story: raw, resilient and full of heart. It’s an honour to share it with the world."
Black Sabbath are playing their final-ever show at Villa Park on 5 July.