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In honour of the anniversary of his last performance and his passing in July of last year, Ozzy Osbourne‘s famous throne—last seen during the “Back To The Beginning” concert—will be on exhibit at the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery in his hometown, as per Blabbermouth. The free exhibition “Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero” will feature the unique black gothic-style throne starting on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The throne was last seen during Ozzy‘s solo performance and Black Sabbath’s farewell concert on July 5, 2025, at Villa Park. It was initially constructed for Ozzy‘s induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2024.
It is a moving reminder of Ozzy as fans get ready to commemorate the first year since his death on July 22, 2025, with references to the heavy metal singer’s life and work, including bat wing themes. The exhibition honouring the life, music, and cultural influence of the Birmingham-born global rock icon includes the throne along with a variety of personal mementos, pictures, and lifetime honours. Ozzy‘s incredible journey from his Aston beginnings to becoming one of the most important and well-known figures in rock music is visible to visitors. Since it launched in June 2025, the exhibition—curated by Central BID Birmingham and Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery in partnership with the Osbourne family—has seen two extensions and more than 640,000 visitors. It now runs through Sunday, September 27, 2026, due to high demand.
As we approach the one-year anniversary of ‘Back To The Beginning’, it feels fitting that Ozzy’s throne, which has now become synonymous with his final performance, would be placed in the museum, where it can be seen by the fans who loved him. – Sharon Osbourne
We are delighted to be able to display Ozzy’s throne at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. This extraordinary object is instantly recognizable to fans around the world and represents a powerful final chapter in Ozzy’s remarkable career. As we mark the first anniversary of his passing, it offers visitors a special opportunity to come together, remember Ozzy and celebrate the legacy of a true Birmingham legend. – Sara Wajid and Zak Mensah, co-chief executives at Birmingham Museums Trust
Since the momentous ‘Back To The Beginning’ gig last year, Central BID has been working closely with the Osbourne family to bring Ozzy’s throne back to Birmingham, so fans can see it up close and feel the spirit of Ozzy is still with everyone. We were determined to bring this iconic throne back to Ozzy’s home city first, a place he loved so much and for his fans to be able to visit, and we are grateful to Sharon and her family for allowing us to make this happen. – Sam Watson, chair of Central BID Birmingham
Ozzy Osbourne is one of Birmingham’s most foremost cultural figures, and it is only right that we continue to honor his extraordinary legacy here in the city where his journey began. The return of his iconic throne to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery gives fans and visitors a powerful new way to connect with his story at what is an emotional moment, marking a year since his passing.
This exhibition has already welcomed hundreds of thousands of visitors and demonstrates the global pull of Birmingham’s musical heritage. We’re proud to support this collaboration with Birmingham Museums Trust and partners, which not only celebrates Ozzy’s life but also brings people into the heart of our city. Working closely with partners we will be promoting other Sabbath-related activity to experience in the city over the summer. – Councillor Deborah Harries, Birmingham City Council Cabinet Member for Culture
