Healing Arts is a global campaign by the Jameel Arts & Health Lab in collaboration with the World Health Organization

What's On

Here you can find events that took place such as celebratory performances, exhibitions, public art programmes, workshops and dialogues.

Before and after Healing Arts

Connect to the Forest Gallery & Nature Tour

10:00-12:00, 26 June 2026

Midlands Arts Centre, Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham, West Midlands, B12 9QH

The morning will begin with a gallery tour by artist Clare Hewitt of her exhibition ‘Everything in the forest is the forest’. Responding to a government report suggesting that loneliness and isolation were increasing in rural areas of the UK, acclaimed photographer Clare’s exhibition celebrates trees and their remarkable ability to nurture and communicate.

Healing Arts: Brum Rising Special

18:00-20:00, 26 June 2026

Midlands Arts Centre, Canon Hil Park, Birmingham, West Midlands, B129QH

Join us for an evening of live music in the Outdoor Theatre as part of Healing Arts Birmingham, celebrating emerging talent from across the city. This special edition of MAC’s Brum Rising series brings together some of the most exciting emerging artists from Birmingham’s music scene.

Sketch and Stitch with BCU Fashion Design

26 June 2026

Midlands Arts Centre, Cannon Hill Park
Birmingham, West Midlands, B12 9QH

This hands-on, creative day celebrates the power of community through sketching, stitching and making. Open to all ages and skill levels, this event invites you to explore your creativity, connect with others and express yourself through art. Whether you're a seasoned maker or just curious to try something new, there's a space for you here.