Hurricane Anniversary Celebrations at Thinktank, Birmingham
Join us at Thinktank, Birmingham as we celebrate the 90th anniversary of the first flight of the legendary Hawker Hurricane — the aircraft that played a crucial role in Britain’s WWII defense, with roots in Birmingham’s own proud engineering heritage.
This special day is packed with activities for all ages, from history brought to life to hands-on crafts. Come and explore the stories, skills, and spirit behind one of aviation’s most iconic designs.
What’s On:
- WWII RAF Pilot Reenactors
Meet the talented team from Up and et ’em History, bringing wartime RAF pilots to life as they share stories from the era. - Horace the Hurricane Storytime
Head to the Spitfire Gallery on Level 1 for a special reading of Horace the Hurricane — a heartwarming tale for younger visitors about courage and adventure in the skies. - Make & Take: Hurricane Craft
Let your creativity soar! Build and decorate your own mini Hawker Hurricane model to take home. - Spotlight Hurricane Talks
Discover the fascinating history and engineering of the Hurricane in expert-led taster talks in the Level 1 Spitfire Gallery. - Junk Model: Hurricane Wings Workshop
Design and make your own set of Hurricane wings from recycled materials — perfect for budding engineers and eco-creators
Come explore, create, and celebrate 90 years of aviation wonder – right here in the heart of Birmingham!
