Martin Harris Centre, The John Rylands Library

Aftermath: 100 years of creativity from conflict

7 February - 29 June 2014
How remarkable is it that, throughout our shared history, some people have been inspired to answer the worst examples of man’s inhumanity with acts of compassion and creativity? Aftermath…

Bury Book Collective: Create a book workshop

13:00 - 14:00 16 June 2014
Have fun making your own artist’s book as part of the Bury Collective’s exhibition near the historic entrance.

Bus Stop Stories

20 February - 22 June 2014
At the start of 2013, John Shinnick, a Manchester photographer, set out to document the people using a local, city centre bus stop; a quiet stop were people rarely alight. The people…

Imprinting the Imagination: Northern Renaissance Prints from the Holtorp Collection

8 May - 26 October 2014
Imprinting the Imagination delves into the world of the sixteenth-century printed image. This small but captivating show, including works by artists such as Hans Burgkmair, Albrecht…

The Space Between: exhibition of artworks by Anthony McCarthy

27 February - 3 August 2014
The concept for the exhibition began as artist, Anthony McCarthy, walked along Chapel Street in Salford heading towards Manchester and The John Rylands Library. Armed with pencil,…

Unusual Views: Library tours for photographers

15:00 - 16:00 17 June 2014
Take the opportunity to photograph the Library building from spectacular viewpoints not normally open to the public!

Tour and Treasures

15:00 - 16:00 19 June 2014
Take a closer look at some items from the Library’s magnificent collections and find out more about this historic building.

Explorer tour

15:00 - 16:00 20 June 2014
Ever wondered where some of the Library doors and staircases lead to? Then this is the tour for you!

Explorer tour

15:00 - 16:00 28 June 2014
Ever wondered where some of the Library doors and staircases lead to? Then this is the tour for you!

Collection Encounter: The Printed World of the French Revolution (1789-1794)

14:00 - 15:00 1 July 2014
Join Dr Alex Fairfax-Cholmeley for a tour of the everyday world of the French Revolution. Follow some of the key events from this defining era in modern history via a selection of…

One Education presents “Annual Music Showcase”

19:00 - 21:30 1 July 2014
The "Annual Music Showcase" is a series of concerts highlighting the very best musical talent from children and young people from schools, academies and music centres. The concerts…

One Education presents “Annual Music Showcase”

19:00 - 21:30 2 July 2014
The "Annual Music Showcase" is a series of concerts highlighting the very best musical talent from children and young people from schools, academies and music centres. The concerts…

Introductory tour

3 July 2014
Your chance to learn about this fascinating building and some of its history. Just turn up!

One Education presents “Annual Music Showcase”

19:00 - 21:30 3 July 2014
The "Annual Music Showcase" is a series of concerts highlighting the very best musical talent from children and young people from schools, academies and music centres. The concerts…

Third Thursday Late: Summer Storytelling

3 July 2014
Drop in to the historic Reading Room and enjoy family-friendly stories shared by the Library’s storyteller.

Toddler Tales

10:30 - 11:30 3 July 2014
Come and join us in our cosy corner and pull up a cushion. Enjoy great stories, songs and other fun activities. Just drop in! Suitable for ages 0 - 5

Introductory tour

15:00 - 15:30 4 July 2014
Your chance to learn about this fascinating building and some of its history. Just turn up!

Tour en Français - French language only tour

15:00 - 16:00 4 July 2014
La Bibliothèque John Rylands Deansgate ouvre ses portes pour vous emmèner à l'intérieur, et vous faire découvrir le site, dédié aux livres et à son architecture Victorienne. Cette visite…

Crimelines Launch and Family Fun activities

12:00 - 16:00 5 July 2014
As part of Manchester Children’s Book Festival, come along to the magnificent gothic surroundings of The John Rylands Library and hear stories from the brand new book, Crimelines; a…

Printing Press Demonstration

12:00 - 16:00 5 July 2014
Join us to see one of our printing presses in action!

Unusual Views - Library tour for photographers

15:00 - 16:00 7 July 2014
Take the opportunity to photograph the Library building from spectacular viewpoints not normally open to the public!

Introductory tour

15:00 - 15:30 11 July 2014
Your chance to learn about this fascinating building and some of its history. Just turn up!

Enchanting tales

11:00 - 12:00 12 July 2014
Join the Library’s storyteller in one of our beautiful book-lined rooms, for tales of magic, mystery, mayhem and more!

Explorer tour

15:00 - 16:00 12 July 2014
Ever wondered where some of the Library doors and staircases lead to? Then this is the tour for you!

Here be Dragons! A tour of the Library for children

12:00 - 13:00 12 July 2014
The walls and the ceilings of the Library are full of strange and mysterious creatures – join our tour to seek them out. Most suitable for families with children aged 5-10.

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