This new exhibition showcases a range of original publicity material and print adverts created as marketing for the Port of Manchester. This saw a revolution in publicity with modern ideas […]
There are currently thousands of refugees in the UK waiting for decisions on their family reunion applications. Forced migration and the traumatic consequences of separation, as well as of the […]
Exhibiting work spanning 20 years, Robert Watson (one of the country’s leading documentary and contemporary photographic artists) returns to Central Library. This free exhibition features images of Manchester Pride and […]
What do George V, Gypsy Rose Lee and Bernard Bresslaw have in common? Which musician was once thrown out of the Language and Literature Library? What would you find now […]
Would you like to understand the structure and meaning behind a musical composition and boost your music performance? Do yo want to boost your music performance? Get to know music […]
British actor, comedian and writer Doon Mackichan joins us to launch her memoir, My Lady Parts: A Life Fighting Stereotypes. Through the roles she’s played on TV, in the theatre and […]
23 November 2023 marks the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who and its hugely influential theme tune, realised by electronic music pioneer Delia Derbyshire. Join us for an afternoon of activity […]
Manchester Libraries, Blackwells Books and Instituto Cevantes present A Cracking Crime Central Christmas Special!! Rob Parker welcomes Louise Swanson, Simon Michael and Jose Carlos Somoza! Bringing the best from all […]
The future is coming. The Future is here. When Martha Einkorn fled her father’s isolated compound in Oregon, she never expected to find herself working for a powerful social media mogul hell-bent […]
Medicine Unboxed - Lifting the lid on medical innovation Doctors, artists, scammers - discover the people who have shaped the medical field and how this has impacted people’s lives. Forget […]
Join us for a Rock 'n' Rolling Christmas Celebration with Manc Elvis and his Magical Band. Manchester’s premier Elvis tribute act present an evening packed with greatest hits and Christmas […]
A day of varied musical performances from local artists, including a choir, a soprano, a solo clarinettist and a dancing new wave legend.
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.
