Families

Daily: Art Hampers – resources for families at the Whitworth

10:00 31 August 2018 - 10:00 31 May 2020
Are you and your family hungry to get creative? Pick up a picnic hamper with a difference. Come to our Oxford Road or Parkside entrance and pick up one of our special hampers - free…

Instruments of Change

19 March 2019 - 31 December 2020
Instruments of Change is an exhibition that showcases objects from the Beswick Collection at the Museum of Medicine and Health, telling the stories of the people of Manchester whose…

Spotlight- music event at the museum

18:00 - 22:00 20 September 2019
Come and join us for a free evening of music event and activities in aid of a charity, put together by a group of local students working with the Museum. Bands confirmed are the following…

International Day of Peace

11:00 - 15:00 21 September 2019
International Day of Peace Marking International Day of Peace with music and memories. Drop in, families

Science Show: A Jodrell Journey

21 - 22 September 2019
Science Show: A Jodrell Journey Saturday 21st – Sunday 22nd September 11am, 12pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm Visit Jodrell Bank and take a journey through the history and achievements of scientists.…

HCRI Landmark Lecture on Kashmir: causes of crisis and consequences for citizens

16:00 - 18:00 24 September 2019
HCRI warmly invites you to their annual Landmark Lecture. India’s federal government recently changed its 70 year policy on Jammu and Kashmir State, stripping the contested territory…

Mazen Kerbaj (Lebanese Trumpet)

13:10 - 14:00 26 September 2019
Over the last 25 years, Mazen Kerbaj developed a highly personal and unique way to play the trumpet. In his solo performances, he uses daily objects to extend the instrument and make…

Mid-Autumn Festival Gala

18:00 - 19:30 30 September 2019
Come and celebrate China’s second biggest annual festival with the Confucius Institute! We will be hosting a Festival Gala showcasing music and dance acts that are traditionally enjoyed…

HCRI Research Seminar - The Rise of the Phoenix: Gender Equity in the Wildland Fire Profession

16:00 - 19:00 1 October 2019
HCRI kick start our research seminar series for the new term with guest speaker Dr Christine Eriksen and Dr Billy Haworth as Chair. Event title: The Rise of the Phoenix: Gender Equity…

Young, Rich & Famous

10:00 1 October 2019 - 17:00 1 January 2020
In this digital age of collecting selfies and more on social media, what does immortality mean? Manchester Museum’s latest installation at Manchester’s Central Library, Young, Rich…

Gandhi, Amritsar and Darwen: A Journey of Rightful Protest

18:00 - 19:30 2 October 2019
To mark the 150th anniversary of Gandhi's birth we will be highlighting his visit to Darwen, Lancashire in 1931: Why did he make the visit to the cotton mills, and how did it influence…

Toddler Tales

11:00 - 11:45 3 October 2019
Find a cosy corner, pull up a cushion and listen to fun stories. Join in playtime, creating a story world of your own. Free, no need to book, just drop in. Family friendly, children 5 yrs and under.

Helping Refugees Past and Present (part of Journeys Festival International)

16:00 - 17:30 11 October 2019
A platform to understand why people engage in refugee work, what specific areas they’ve addressed, the challenges they encounter, but importantly, what keeps them going. The event will…

See, Make & Do at the Museum

09:15 - 10:30 12 October 2019
Sat 12 Oct: 9.15-10.30am See, Make and Do at the Museum: 9.15-10.30am Join us for our early openings at the Museum aimed at children who have autism and other needs, along with their…

HCRI Research Seminar - Literary Activism in 21st Century Africa: Notes on Publics, Commons and Networks

16:00 - 19:00 15 October 2019
HCRI's second research seminar of the new term will be with guest speaker Professor Madhu Krishnan. Event title: Literary Activism in 21st Century Africa: Notes on Publics, Commons…

Family Stargazing Night

19 October 2019 - 8 February 2020
6pm – 9pm Calling all budding young stargazers. You are invited to join us for an unmissable opportunity to get started in astronomy. During our fun-packed evening you will enjoy…

Young, Rich and Famous Launch

14:00 - 16:00 19 October 2019
Join Manchester Museum at Manchester Central Library on Saturday 19 October for the official launch of the exhibition, with a talk from Campbell Price, Curator of Egypt and the Sudan.…

October Half Term: Meet the Expert

21 October - 1 November 2019
(weekdays only), 1pm Here’s your chance to meet one of our residents science and astronomy experts. You’ll learn all about their work, plus have the chance to ask the space questions you’ve always wanted to ask!

October Half Term: Planet Hunters

21 October - 3 November 2019
Live Science Show: Planet Hunters 21st October – 3rd November (various times) Join the search for another planet like the Earth in Jodrell Bank's brand new science show. We know there…

October Half Term: Telescope Walk and Talk

21 October - 3 November 2019
11.45am and 3.15pm Join one of Jodrell Bank’s popular Telescope Walk & Talks as our friendly Explainers take you for a stroll around the base of the impressive Lovell Telescope. You’ll…

Creepy Crafts

10:00 - 12:00 22 October 2019
Get creative in our creepy crafts ‘Origaaaami’ workshop. Using the ancient technique of paper folding, craft your own spooky creation. Free, no need to book, just turn up.

Don't let me go!

18:00 - 21:00 24 October 2019
Join us for inspirational talks, debates, drinks, and music, where guests can meet conservationists and enthusiastic speakers will share their first-hand account with endangered rhinos.…

Hey Presto! The Power of Print

11:15 - 11:30 24 October 2019
What does abracadabra & alchemy have in common with our printing press? Find out the answers as you watch our Columbian Printing Press in action. Free, no need to book, just turn up.

Girls Night Out Moon Special

19:00 - 22:00 25 October 2019
Our ever-popular Girls Night Out returns this October with a special focus on the 50th anniversary on the first explorers on the Moon. You’ll get to meet Dr Katie Joy from the University…

October Half Term: Alien Craft Activities

26 October - 3 November 2019
11am – 4pm Whether you like drawing, colouring or making come along to our Alien craft sessions and there will be something for you!

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