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 […]
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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 […]
£2 – £10
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 […]
Curry Mile – A Changing Neighbourhood
First Floor Exhibition HallA documentary photography project spanning 7 years (2016-2023). Photographers Michael Baker & Phil Portus explore ‘present day’ Wilmslow Road, Rusholme, and challenge perceptions of what ‘Curry Mile’ now represents, as […]
Paper Piano Presents: Opening Night
Henry Watson Music LibraryThis is the first “Paper Piano Presents” event to mark the exhibition in the Henry Watson Music Library. As part of the opening night visitors will have the opportunity to […]
Paper Piano Exhibition
Henry Watson Music LibraryPaper Piano – A Retrospective For the last 10 years, Paper Piano have been creating music related artwork and packaging. More recently they have focused on hand-made books; this combination […]
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.
