Martin Harris Centre, The John Rylands Library

Communities in Communication

17 July - 21 December 2014
The Middle Ages are commonly seen as a time of widespread ignorance and prejudice, but diversity and multiculturalism are not modern inventions. Perhaps surprisingly, examples can be…

Echo and Narcissus

11 August 2014 - 9 January 2015
Each of the mirrors in this body of work is dedicated to a literary heroine, provoking reflections of the feminine on several, potentially fragmented, levels. The statements etched…

Enchanting tales

11:00 - 12:00 6 September 2014
Join the Library’s storyteller in one of our beautiful book-lined rooms, for tales of magic, mystery, mayhem and more!

Family Fun Afternoon: Christmas

13:00 6 - 16:00 29 September 2014
Drop in for a fun afternoon of Christmas crafts with the family and learn how to make unique Christmas decorations. At the end of the afternoon help Grumbold the Library Dragon decorate…

Giving it Wigan: Norman Nicholson at 100

25 July - 14 December 2014
In celebration of writer Norman Nicholson’s centenary, this display draws on the Library’s extensive archive to tell stories of his life and work. Born in Cumbria, Nicholson drew inspiration…

Here be Dragons! A tour of the Library for children

12:00 - 13:00 6 September 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.

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…

Toddler Tales

10:30 4 - 11:30 29 September 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

Unusual Views: Library tours for photographers

15:00 - 16:00 6 September 2014
Take the opportunity to photograph the Library building from spectacular viewpoints not normally open to the public!

Whimsical Wednesday: Printing

11:00 - 13:00 10 September 2014
A simple introduction to intaglio printing.

Whimsical Wednesday: Printing

14:00 - 16:00 10 September 2014
A simple introduction to intaglio printing.

Introductory Tour

15:00 - 15:30 12 September 2014
Your chance to learn about this fascinating building and some of its history. Just turn up! Please note that we cannot accept large groups on this tour. If your group would like…

Printing Press Demonstration

12:00 - 16:00 14 September 2014
Join us to see one of our printing presses in action!

Conservation Studio Tour

11:30 - 12:30 17 September 2014
A special opportunity to see our conservation team at work and find out how they care for our collection. Places are very limited.

Introductory Tour

15:00 - 15:30 17 September 2014
Your chance to learn about this fascinating building and some of its history. Just turn up! Please note that we cannot accept large groups on this tour. If your group would like a…

Third Thursday Late

17:00 - 19:00 18 September 2014
A great opportunity to pop in after work, or a day’s shopping, and see the Library in a different light. 5 - 6.45pm

Third Thursday Late: Flautist Jennifer Dyson

18:00 - 18:30 18 September 2014
Thrill to the sounds of flute music filling the Historic Reading Room and carrying you away.

Tour and Treasures

14:00 - 15:00 18 September 2014
Take a closer look at some items from the Library’s magnificent collections and find out more about this historic building.

WELCOME WEEK PRODUCTION: Working Theatre Progress and Hartshorn-Hook Productions present Away From Home

19:00 - 21:00 18 September 2014
Kyle is comfortable with his life as a male escort until the day he is hired by a premiership footballer, and finds himself falling in love. But can Kyle maintain a relationship…

Introductory Tour

15:00 - 15:30 19 September 2014
Your chance to learn about this fascinating building and some of its history. Just turn up! Please note that we cannot accept large groups on this tour. If your group would like a…

WELCOME WEEK PRODUCTION: Working Theatre Progress and Hartshorn-Hook Productions present Away From Home

19:00 - 21:00 19 September 2014
Written by Rob Ward and Martin Jameson Directed by Martin Jameson Kyle is comfortable with his life as a male escort until the day he is hired by a premiership footballer, and…

Tour en Français - French language only tour

11:00 - 12:00 20 September 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…

Explorer tour

11:00 - 12:00 23 September 2014
Ever wondered where some of the Library doors and staircases lead to? Then this is the tour for you!

Introductory Tour

15:00 - 15:30 24 September 2014
Your chance to learn about this fascinating building and some of its history. Just turn up! Please note that we cannot accept large groups on this tour. If your group would like a…

‘Latin Fever’ Dance Classes

13:05 24 September - 14:00 19 November 2014
Learn to Dance “Strictly Style” Wed. 24 September – Wed. 19 November 2014 Due to popular demand we’re bringing Ballroom back to the Martin Harris Centre! Would you like to learn the…

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