• ArchivesMoved

    Archives+ Ground Floor

    This exhibition is based on a project that brought together young dancers and actors from Manchester and the North West in an exciting exploration of historical Manchester. By using archive photographs, artefacts and music as far back as the 1800s and merging them with modern photography, it allows audiences to experience a new outlook on […]

  • Galt Toys Exhibition

    The Manchester Modernist Society present a display of games, puzzles and toys designed and produced in the 1960s and 1970s by local manufacturers James Galt. Hear exhibition curator, Steve Marland, chatting to Mike Sweeney on BBC Radio Manchester about the exhibition (70mins in, until 26 April): http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p04wv8nb Free – please drop-in

  • Pirates, Pants and Wellyphants

    First Floor Exhibition Hall

    We're very excited that Nick Sharratt is now the subject of a magical exhibition at Central Library. The well loved author of classic picture books including Shark in the Park, and illustrator of books by authors including Jacqueline Wilson is celebrated in this interactive and action packed exhibition. Nick says: 'I'd like to invite you […]

  • Nick Sharratt Exhibition Launch

    First Floor Exhibition Hall

    Meet Nick Sharratt at his exhibition launch! Come along to Manchester Central Library on Saturday 6 May for the opening of the Pirates, Pants and Wellyphants exhibition. Meet the wonderful Nick Sharratt, get him to sign your favourite book and have a go at lots of free, fun, Nick-themed crafts and activities. 10am to 4pm.

  • North West Film Archive – 40th Anniversary Exhibition

    First Floor Display Cases

    Since 1977, the North West Film Archive has been collecting and preserving the region’s filmed heritage, and making it available for people to enjoy.  This exhibition showcases a selection from eclectic collections of photographs and ephemera relating to the local film and cinema industries. Free – please drop in