Walsall, Metropolitan district in West Midlands, England.
Walsall is a metropolitan borough in the West Midlands northwest of Birmingham. The area encompasses urban, suburban, and semi-rural communities spread across an extensive region.
The district was formed in 1974 by merging several industrial towns known for metalworking, saddlery, and coal mining. This merger created a major center for traditional manufacturing industries.
The New Art Gallery Walsall displays works by well-known artists with permanent collections including sculptures by Jacob Epstein and paintings by Claude Monet. Visitors can explore both contemporary and classical artworks in a modern setting.
The area is well connected by bus services and railway lines linking Walsall to neighboring cities. Visitors can best explore the region using public transport.
The area has been known since the 14th century for specialized metal trades like lock making in Willenhall and bolt manufacturing in Darlaston. This specialization turned individual communities into centers for their respective crafts.
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