Explore bold and beautiful material from Queer Up North 1992–2002. Established in 1992 by Tanja Farman and Gavin Barlow as part of the original Manchester Festival, Queer Up North quickly […]
An exhibition of architectural models by students from the Manchester School of Architecture of early nineteenth buildings in Berlin and Manchester created to celebrate the bicentenary of the brief visit […]
For over 30 years, Karen McBride has documented the people, places and music that have shaped Manchester. Her new exhibition brings together a personal collection of black-and-white photographs, stories and […]
Join Manchester Histories for Threads of a City: The Manchester Tapestry Project, an ambitious community artwork celebrating the stories, people and heritage of Greater Manchester. Together, communities are helping to […]
Exhibition of unseen photographs of Vivienne Westwood by Paul Wolfgang Webster
Exhibition of photographs of Tony Wilson in 1996
Exhibitor Wolfgang Webster: 'My experience of working with Vivienne Westwood remains a rare and significant chapter in my photographic journey. It revealed a powerful connection between fashion, culture, inclusivity and […]
Exhibitor Wolfgang Webster: 'In 1996, I had the opportunity to photograph Tony Wilson - the man many called Mr Manchester. Hacienda FAC51 impresario, television presenter, record label owner and one […]
Agatha Christie - A World of Mystery Exhibition
Our half term programme is back! Come and find out why people say we are the ‘perfect place for school holidays. 10/10'! Full Schedule Mimi and the Golden Touch Monday […]
Join us and Colibri Mexican Folkdance for a vibrant celebration of life, love, and remembrance! We’re thrilled to bring you Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead), a unique and […]
From dedicated performance spaces to stairwells, screens, nooks and domes, Central Library might directly inspire your next event or intervention. Contact us to arrange a tour.
