Join us for an exploration of Manchester's LGBTQ+ history specially curated by the LGBT Foundation Archive team. There will be a chance to find out more about the LGBT Foundation archive and the work of the volunteers who manage it and to share memories and information. There will be a chance to view some of […]
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 in the space where Patrick Stewart and Helen Mirren - amongst many others - played their first roles? All these questions - and many more […]
Once, twice, three times a lady! The gorgeous Angel Delight is back by popular demand for her 3rd party night at Central Library! This time we're celebrating LGBTQ History Month with lots of games and fun, including a queer version of Mr and Mrs! Over 18's only. Doors open at 6.30pm Bar open all evening […]
Celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with Manchester Libraries! We've lots of events for all families, including a - Drag Queen Storytime with Angel Delight Family craft sessions Green screen photography Celebration disco Free – please drop in
Get costume ready for World Book Day on Thursday 5th March! Let us help you get your character ideas flowing and costumes started! Come along for inspiration and assistance in designing, cutting and stitching felt masks, head-dresses and logos to bring your Gruffalos and Gangsta Grannies to life! Free – please drop in
Join young people who want to discuss and debate a range of subjects in this informal setting. This month’s debate club coincides with Refugee Week, and young people will be discussing issues faced by children torn from their home. If you are a young person who has relocated to the UK, come and join us and share your […]
Blackwell's Manchester and Manchester Libraries are honoured to be hosting JOHN BERCOW at Manchester Central Library on Tuesday 18th February. The former Speaker of the House of Commons will be talking about his new biography Unspeakable. About the book: Unspeakable is John Bercow’s characteristically forthright and incisive account of his unique vantagepoint into British politics. […]
This workshop will be of interest to people who would like to find a new and creative way to explore their family history and want to learn more about how encounters with objects can stimulate strong emotions and feelings. Artist Helena Tomlin has been working with the Centre for Jewish Studies at The University of Manchester […]
This LGBT History Month Unlocking Our Sound Heritage presents an intimate room of curated archive audio and immersive projections. Manchester's LGBTQ+ community took to both the streets and the dancefloor in response to the AIDS crisis and the introduction of Section 28. The event explores these vital spaces of defiance by pairing key BBC Radio […]
Is there a poem that has been a friend to you? You are invited to book an individual slot to come and explore a poem that has been a friend to you, in conversation with The Poetry Exchange team. The conversation will take place in a quiet corner of Manchester Central Library, over a cup […]
Join us for a fun packed celebration. Communities from across the city will be delivering cultural performances and traditional crafts to share their heritage and celebrate our multilingual Manchester. Pop into the mushaira poetry pod to meet a local poet or share your own favourite poem with the Poetry Exchange. Listen to a collection of […]
Join Manchester Jewish museum in a multi-arts festival, exploring what makes us feel that we belong, how we assimilate in new places and what happens when we don’t belong. We have been thinking about the stories of Jewish people who came to Manchester in playful and creative ways. There’s theatre, comedy, music, installations, family story-telling […]
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.
