Michael Burns
Henry Watson Music LibraryJoin us for this live performance by an experienced folk musician who draws inspiration from local and family history. Michael Burns’ repertoire incorporates music from a wide timespan and he […]
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New Drum Kit!
Henry Watson Music LibraryWe have a new electronic drum kit, which will be available from this day! Our old kits have been popular features of the department and we’ve had lots of enquiries […]
Writing Workshop with Anjum Malik
Performance SpaceJoin Manchester UNESCO City of Literature Multilingual City Poet Anjum Malik for a celebration of South Asian culture. Combining rich conversation, classical Indian dance and poetry (plus samosas), the award-winning […]
Down Memory Lane with Archives+
Spend an hour or two looking through some of our memory boxes - or create your own box. Memory boxes cover the areas around Manchester and may bring back memories […]
Inspired by Libraries: Linda Brogan
Performance SpaceJoin us for this in conversation event with award winning playwright and artist, Linda Brogan. Linda will be discussing how her pursuit of memories led to the excavation of the […]
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Sunday Funday – Festival of Libraries Celebration
Performance SpaceJoin us for an afternoon of fun with the family as we celebrate the Festival of Libraries, showcasing what Central Library has to offer and including our amazing crafts and […]
MIRO – Performance
Henry Watson Music LibraryManchester International Roots Orchestra return, to perform on our Sunday Funday as part of the Festival of Libraries, bringing together musicians, instruments and musical traditions from all parts of the […]
Windrush 75: A Celebration
Performance SpaceIn collaboration with The Jamaica Society and UNISON Manchester Inspire Black Members Forum, Manchester Libraries invite you to join us for a special book reading followed by speakers about their […]
Make Music Day
Henry Watson Music LibraryThe Henry Watson Music Library will again host a small festival as part of this international annual celebration of music. A variety of artists of many different styles will perform […]
Discovering Manchester: Wildlife & Nature
First Floor Display CasesWildlife is always just a walk away wherever you are in Manchester and the beautiful countryside that surrounds it. This exhibition showcases the creative talents and passions of our Central […]
Make Mine Manga: Exploring the Marvellous World of Manga
Ground FloorA free exhibition for anyone curious about manga as well as the avid fan. Explore the origins of Manga in Japan, the creative techniques behind the art and discover the […]
Manchester College Students: Responses
Wolfson Reading RoomFoundation Art and Design Students from The Manchester College have brought the Art School’s ethos of research to the heart of our iconic Wolfson Reading Room. Each student has developed […]
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