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Ozzy Osbourne’s Final-Performance Throne to Join Birmingham Museum Exhibit
6/23/2026, 12:10:32 PM
The Throne’s Public Debut at Birmingham Museum
From 1 July 2026, the black gothic-style throne that Ozzy Osbourne sat on during his last concert will be displayed at the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. The piece becomes the centerpiece of the free “Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero” exhibition, timed to coincide with the one-year anniversary of the “Back to the Beginning” farewell show (5 July 2025) and the first anniversary of Osbourne’s death (22 July 2025).
From Hall of Fame to Farewell Stage
The throne was originally commissioned for Osbourne’s 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction. Its bat-wing motifs and gothic design made it a visual trademark in subsequent appearances, especially after a Parkinson’s-related health decline required him to perform seated. The throne’s final public use was at Villa Park, Birmingham, where Osbourne delivered a five-song solo set and four classic Black Sabbath numbers with Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward.
Exhibition Overview – Data & Statistics
The “Working Class Hero” exhibition opened in June 2025, a month before the farewell concert, and has been extended twice. Organisers report more than 640,000 visitors since opening. The exhibition now runs through 27 September 2026, offering photographs, platinum records, awards and personal memorabilia alongside the throne. Admission remains free.
Key Figures & Groups
- Sharon Osbourne – widow, manager, and donor of the throne.
- Sara Wajid & Zak Mensah – co-chief executives, Birmingham Museums Trust.
- Sam Watson – chair, Central BID Birmingham.
- Deborah Harries – Cabinet Member for Culture, Birmingham City Council.
- Central BID Birmingham, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Sharon Osbourne Management – exhibition partners, supported by Aston Villa FC.
Official Statements & Responses
Sharon Osbourne said the timing of the display honors fans and reflects the throne’s association with Osbourne’s final performance. Museum executives described the throne as a powerful visual marker of the artist’s concluding chapter and an opportunity for visitors to engage with his legacy. Council member Deborah Harries highlighted the exhibit’s role in connecting fans emotionally and showcasing Birmingham’s global musical heritage. Central BID’s Sam Watson noted the collaborative effort to return the iconic piece to Osbourne’s hometown.
Verbatim Quotes
- “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, Widow & Manager
- “This extraordinary object is instantly recognisable to fans around the world and represents a powerful final chapter in Ozzy’s remarkable career.” — Sara Wajid & Zak Mensah, Birmingham Museums Trust
- “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, Central BID Birmingham
- “Ozzy Osbourne is one of Birmingham’s most foremost cultural figures, and it is only right that we continue to honour his extraordinary legacy here in the city where his journey began.” — Deborah Harries, Birmingham City Council, Cabinet Member for Culture
What’s Next
The throne will remain on view until 27 September 2026. Organisers plan additional programming around the exhibition’s milestones, including summer-time events that celebrate Black Sabbath’s heritage in Birmingham.
