Manchester Museum, The John Rylands Library

Creepy-Crawly Chronicles Children’s Story Competition

7 December 2019 - 9 March 2020
From ‘The Very Hungry Caterpillar’ and ‘Charlotte’s Web’ to 'Spiderman’, insects have inspired countless much-loved stories and comics. Enter your ideas into our story competition to…

Print a Palimpsest: Printing demo

11:15 - 11:30 19 December 2019
Drop in and peek into the world of palimpsests with our unique printing press demonstration. Using our Columbian printing press we’ll explore how old manuscripts were reused, giving…

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…

Toddler Tales

11:00 - 11:45 2 January 2020
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.

Abracadabra: Printing demo

11:15 - 11:30 7 January 2020
Watch our beautiful Columbian printing press in action and discover the power of ancient words. Shazam! Did you know that people used to think words had the power to ward off illness…

See, Make and Do at the Museum - Autism-Friendly Mornings

09:15 - 11:15 11 January 2020
Sat 11 Jan: 9.15-11.15am See, Make and Do at the Museum - Autism-Friendly Mornings Join us for early openings at the Museum aimed at children who have autism and other needs, along…

Highlights Tour

14:00 - 14:30 14 January 2020
2pm, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week Join one of our Visitor Team Assistants for an insightful view into our history and collections and learn more about some of the fascinating…

Highlights Tour

Print a Palimpsest: Printing demo

11:15 - 11:30 14 January 2020
Drop in and peek into the world of palimpsests with our unique printing press demonstration. Using our Columbian printing press we’ll explore how old manuscripts were reused, giving…

Grubtime Natter

12:30 - 13:30 15 January 2020
Grubtime Natter Wednesday 15 January 12.30-1.30pm Sylvia’s Space Scarabs, Moths and Spiders – find out more about some of the stories of the beasts featured in Beauty and the Beasts…

Abracadabra: Printing demo

11:15 - 11:30 16 January 2020
Watch our beautiful Columbian printing press in action and discover the power of ancient words. Shazam! Did you know that people used to think words had the power to ward off illness…

Curator Tour: Seeing the Invisible

11:00 - 11:30 16 January 2020
Mysterious text, invisible to the naked eye, locked within manuscripts for over 1000 years. Using modern imaging we can now reveal these secrets, transforming our ideas about long…

Finds Liaison

10:00 - 16:00 17 January 2020
Finds Liaison 10am-1pm and 1.30-4pm Heather Beeton , the Finds Liaison Officer for the Portable Antiquities Scheme will be in Manchester Museum. Come and see her if you have you need…

Aperture

10:30 - 11:30 19 January 2020
Calling all photographers! This is a fantastic opportunity to capture the beauty of our Historic Reading Room, before the Library opens to the general public. You’re welcome to bring…

Collection Encounter: Medicine through Time

15:00 - 16:00 23 January 2020
Join our Collection Encounter to get close up to some of our most fascinating medical materials. Find out more about the fascinating history of medicine and how many cultures contributed…

Abracadabra: Printing demo

11:15 - 11:30 28 January 2020
Watch our beautiful Columbian printing press in action and discover the power of ancient words. Shazam! Did you know that people used to think words had the power to ward off illness…

Leaving the War on Terror: A Progressive Alternative to Counter-Terrorism Policy

18:00 - 21:00 30 January 2020
Britain’s counter terrorism policies do not work. As the threat of another war in the Middle East looms, we invite you to join us for an invigorating and engaging discussion on the…

Print a Palimpsest: Printing demo

11:15 - 11:30 30 January 2020
Drop in and peek into the world of palimpsests with our unique printing press demonstration. Using our Columbian printing press we’ll explore how old manuscripts were reused, giving…

Year of the Rat – Chinese New Year at Manchester Museum - Postponed

13:30 - 14:30 1 February 2020
Due to unforeseen circumstances today's performance has been postponed. We apologise for any inconvenience. Year of the Rat – Chinese New Year at Manchester Museum In anticipation…

Abracadabra: Printing demo

11:15 - 11:30 4 February 2020
Watch our beautiful Columbian printing press in action and discover the power of ancient words. Shazam! Did you know that people used to think words had the power to ward off illness…

Toddler Tales

11:00 - 11:45 6 February 2020
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.

See, Make and Do at the Museum - Autism-Friendly Mornings

09:15 - 11:15 8 February 2020
Sat 8 Feb: 9.15-11.15am See, Make and Do at the Museum - Autism-Friendly Mornings Join us for early openings at the Museum aimed at children who have autism and other needs, along…

Print a Palimpsest: Printing demo

11:15 - 11:30 11 February 2020
Drop in and peek into the world of palimpsests with our unique printing press demonstration. Using our Columbian printing press we’ll explore how old manuscripts were reused, giving…

Abracadabra: Printing demo

11:15 - 11:30 13 February 2020
Watch our beautiful Columbian printing press in action and discover the power of ancient words. Shazam! Did you know that people used to think words had the power to ward off illness…

Falling in Love with Insects

18:00 - 21:00 13 February 2020
Falling in Love with Insects Thursday 13 February, 6-9 pm Catch the bug and share the love. Meet conservationists, scientists and artists passionate about protecting insects and their…

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