PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS AN ONLINE EXHIBITION This month, artist / photograper Steve Marland was due to show his fascinating exhibition, Urban Archaeology, in the library's first floor display cases. Due to Covid 19 and the venue's temporary closure, this hasn't been possible. However, we are delighted to be able to show a selection […]
THIS EVENT IS AN ONLINE PERFORMANCE - CENTRAL LIBRARY IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE The Unsung Collective were due to bring their critically acclaimed show to Manchester Libraries this month. They have now produced a brand new digital version that explores the untold stories of four pioneering and inspirational female figures from our past. Tune […]
PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS AN ONLINE EXHIBITION Art and Design students and staff at The Manchester College take over Manchester Libraries Instagram account in this online exhibition of work produced during lockdown… Manchester: Life Under Lockdown documents students’ creative experiences during lockdown and reveal the importance of everyday things, family, pets, gardens and creativity. […]
Online event A chance to hear first hand Guy's account of conflict and displacement... As part of Refugee Week, Manchester Libraries & Manchester City of Sanctuary have been successful in obtaining funding from Ben and Jerry’s, the ice cream people, to facilitate a virtual Refugee Voices conversation session via NaTakallam (We Speak in Arabic). Refugee […]
Online event Music teacher Shadi, who was forced to leave Syria and relocate in Iraq, shares his passion for reading and teaching music... As part of Refugee Week, Manchester Libraries & Manchester City of Sanctuary have been successful in obtaining funding from Ben and Jerry’s, the ice cream people, to facilitate a virtual Refugee Voices […]
PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS AN ONLINE EXHIBITION Central Library was due to show this fascinating exhibition from July. Sadly, due to Covid 19 and the venue's temporary closure, this isn't possible. However, we are delighted to be able to show a selection of images above. Just click on the cursor to the right of […]
Online event S. Khaled, who was forced to leave Syria and relocate in Iraq, shares his personal narrative of displacement... As part of Refugee Week, Manchester Libraries & Manchester City of Sanctuary have been successful in obtaining funding from Ben and Jerry’s, the ice cream people, to facilitate a virtual Refugee Voices conversation session via […]
Online event Asalah is in her thirties and is originally from Syria. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Economy and E-Marketing. In Syria, she worked as a middle school teacher, before moving due to the conflict. After spending a few years in Lebanon, she has been resettled in Italy. She loves teaching. As part of Refugee […]
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.
