The move officially took place in 1977, although the new premises only became usable in stages as various parts of the building were renovated and refurbished according to the Group's plans, creating designated spaces for administration, exhibitions, performance and cinema, as well as a roof terrace, bar and shop.
At Carlton Street, the Midland Group continued to programme a wide range of events and exhibitions.
Although they may be a subject of intrigue, the causes of its demise do not relate directly to the work that was carried out by the Group in terms of exhibitions, events and education.
The period following company registration (1976-1987) contains the most comprehensive holdings and the earliest extent of the archive is a series of secretarial reports from 1961–1965.
The period documented by the Archives records the Group's changing form, from a gallery to an arts centre, with the development of the new Carlton St premises being a key part of that process.