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FeaturesYou are in: Birmingham > Faith > Features > Nativity art trail  Flight Into Egypt by Gentileschi Nativity art trailEnjoy the spirit of Christmas through the eyes of some of the world's greatest artists. Experience the free nativity art trail at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Birmingham City Council’s Museum & Art Gallery is putting the true spirit of Christmas at the centre of its activities with a Nativity Art Trail through the galleries.  The Nativity The Christmas story in artThe free trail will be launched by the Right Reverend David Urquhart, Bishop of Birmingham on 4 December 2007. It will highlight great masterworks in the city’s collections that depict the Holy Family as seen through the eyes of some of the greatest artists of their time. It includes works by Pre-Raphaelite artists such as Birmingham-born Edward Burne-Jones and Arthur Hughes plus Flemish and Italian Masters including Gentileschi and Castiglione.  The Annunciation Christian festivalCouncillor Ray Hassall, Birmingham City Council’s Cabinet Member for Leisure, Sport and Culture, said, "It is important that we remember the true meaning of Christmas and the Nativity Art Trail will help celebrate this important Christian festival. Visitors, regardless of background or belief, will be able to see the Nativity story in the city collections drawn from over five hundred years of art." Bishop David said, "I am delighted to be opening the Nativity Trail and look forward to the opportunity to see these wonderful works of art which retell the awesome story of God revealed in a human baby, Jesus. These paintings, which span 500 years, also remind us how the Christmas story inspires, transforms and brings hope to people across the world."  Star of Bethlehem Explore the trail for freeThis free trail covers an array of media and artists. Included are a stained-glass window entitled Peace and Goodwill (1922) by Birmingham artist Henry Payne, originally fitted in the Methodist Chapel in Cradley Heath near Halesowen; The Star of Bethlehem (1887-1891) by Edward Burne-Jones and the Triptych (a painting in three parts often used as a church altarpiece) (1510-1512) by Adriaen Isenbrandt. The trail also includes the work of many other famous artists and will be running until 4 January. Free guides will be available from all reception desks and activity sheets for children. last updated: 30/11/07 You are in: Birmingham > Faith > Features > Nativity art trail 
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