On March 20th 2026, 6pm, BMI Senior Vice-President Serena Trowbridge will be giving her inaugural Professorial lecture on behalf of Birmingham City University. ‘Why Does Pre-Raphaelitism Matter Now?’ will look at Pre-Raphaelitism from its inception through to its many later forms, and consider why this nineteenth-century movement still matters in the 21st century.

The lecture will be held at the Birmingham & Midland Institute. Refreshments from 5pm; event is free. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1977877529935?aff=oddtdtcreator

There will also be a (fairly low-tech!) livestream for those who can’t attend in person; book here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982061148250?aff=oddtdtcreator