MiniBrum is Thinktank’s very own mini city, where children are in charge!

Located on level 3.

This exciting child-sized world, aimed at under 8s, features recognisable landmarks, such as the Birmingham canals, Selfridges and the Old Joe Clock Tower at the University of Birmingham.

There are several different play zones for children to discover and enjoy.

Play zones

Home area where children can build their own dens
Burrow where children can find the hidden animals
Park with race track inspired by Birmingham’s Commonwealth Games
Construction zone with a climbing tower and slide
Workshop where children can fix a car engine, change a car tyre and make their own mini race cars
Salon with dress up and hair styling areas
Shop with Post Office
Café
Health centre with doctors surgery, dentists and vets
Ice cream and vegetable stalls
Specially designed sensory zones for babies

It also features a coffee corner which sells refreshments and snacks, a buggy park, lockers, accessible toilets and baby change facilities.

The gallery allows children to explore and question their understanding of the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) world around them. Through play, the city gives children the confidence to think like scientists in real-life scenarios where they will be testing their ideas, problem solving and creating. It was created in collaboration with schools, families and community groups.