The Whitworth

Queer British Art - An in conversation between Ajamu X and Simeon Barclay

14:00 3 May 2023
The Queer British Art Research Group are thrilled to be hosting an in conversation between artists, Ajamu X and Simeon Barclay. Ajamu X’s new exhibition Ajamu: The Patron Saint of Darkroom…

Mykaell Riley and Linda Brogan In Conversation with David Olusoga

18:00 - 19:00 4 May 2023
Join us at The Whitworth for this public talk, chaired by David Olusoga, Professor of Public History at the University of Manchester. The talk provides a space to reflect on the historical…

Art Baby

10:30 - 14:30 5 May 2023
Sensory play sessions in the beautiful surrounds of the gallery, especially for non-walking babies and their grown-ups. ‘I truly believe these sessions are good for my health. I feel…

PLAY Day

10:30 - 14:30 12 May 2023
A space for under 5s and their grown-ups to come together to play, be curious and be creative with simple, open-ended play resources. “We love how these sessions give you the opportunity…

Outdoor Art Club

10:30 - 14:30 20 May 2023
Creative activities designed to encourage children to play freely whilst exploring nature outdoors. Splash around in the water play, create a masterpiece in our mud painting studio…

A conversation with Sara Ahmed (The Feminist Killjoy Handbook)

18:30 26 May 2023
Join us for an evening with renowned feminist author, Sara Ahmed, as she discusses her latest book, The Feminist Killjoy Handbook. In this collection of essays, Ahmed explores the ways…

Quiet Morning

10:30 - 14:30 28 May 2023
Multi-sensory, open-ended play for families with additional needs. These multi-sensory play sessions are specially designed for families with additional needs who may prefer a quieter,…

PLAY Day

10:30 - 14:30 9 June 2023
A space for under 5s and their grown-ups to come together to play, be curious and be creative with simple, open-ended play resources. “We love how these sessions give you the opportunity…

Outdoor Art Club

10:30 - 14:30 17 June 2023
Creative activities designed to encourage children to play freely whilst exploring nature outdoors. Splash around in the water play, create a masterpiece in our mud painting studio…

Pride Poetry and Performance

14:00 - 20:00 22 June 2023
Pride Poetry and Performance event at the Whitworth The Whitworth are celebrating Pride Month with this writing workshop and performance event facilitated by writer, Louise Wallwein MBE. Free - booking via Eventbrite

Quiet Morning

10:30 - 14:30 25 June 2023
Multi-sensory, open-ended play for families with additional needs. These multi-sensory play sessions are specially designed for families with additional needs who may prefer a quieter,…

Art Baby

10:30 - 14:30 7 July 2023
Sensory play sessions in the beautiful surrounds of the gallery, especially for non-walking babies and their grown-ups. ‘I truly believe these sessions are good for my health. I feel…

Studio Nights – Printmaking FREE

18:00 - 20:00 13 July 2023
Practical art workshops for educators. Explore arts practice, connect with exhibitions, discover new perspectives and meet other educators. Join printmaker Alan Birch as he introduces…

Outdoor Art Club

10:30 - 14:30 15 July 2023
Creative activities designed to encourage children to play freely whilst exploring nature outdoors. Splash around in the water play, create a masterpiece in our mud painting studio…

Creative Menopause - Lavender Bag

11:00 - 13:30 26 July 2023
Creative Menopause - Lavender can help us sleep during the menopause. Join us to make your own lavender bag and share your journey. Creative Menopause. Talk Sleep. Make Lavender Bags.…

PLAYTIME

10:30 - 13:00 1 August 2023
This summer PLAYTIME is going to market. Have a wander and find things to do both indoors and out. With our PLAY Market’ area, sketching stations, Whitworth Minecraft and a sensory…

National Play Day

11:00 - 14:00 2 August 2023
Join us for a day packed with play, song, dance, stories, and craft both inside and out. suitable for all ages. Free, no need to book just come along.

PLAYTIME

13:00 - 16:00 3 August 2023
This summer PLAYTIME is going to market. Have a wander and find things to do both indoors and out. With our PLAY Market’ area, sketching stations, Whitworth Minecraft and a sensory…

PLAYTIME

10:30 - 13:00 8 August 2023
This summer PLAYTIME is going to market. Have a wander and find things to do both indoors and out. With our PLAY Market’ area, sketching stations, Whitworth Minecraft and a sensory…

PLAYTIME

13:00 9 - 16:00 10 August 2023
This summer PLAYTIME is going to market. Have a wander and find things to do both indoors and out. With our PLAY Market’ area, sketching stations, Whitworth Minecraft and a sensory…

PLAYTIME

13:00 16 - 16:00 17 August 2023
This summer PLAYTIME is going to market. Have a wander and find things to do both indoors and out. With our PLAY Market’ area, sketching stations, Whitworth Minecraft and a sensory…

PLAYTIME

10:30 - 13:00 22 August 2023
This summer PLAYTIME is going to market. Have a wander and find things to do both indoors and out. With our PLAY Market’ area, sketching stations, Whitworth Minecraft and a sensory…

PLAYTIME

13:00 23 - 16:00 24 August 2023
This summer PLAYTIME is going to market. Have a wander and find things to do both indoors and out. With our PLAY Market’ area, sketching stations, Whitworth Minecraft and a sensory…

PLAYTIME

10:30 - 13:00 29 August 2023
This summer PLAYTIME is going to market. Have a wander and find things to do both indoors and out. With our PLAY Market’ area, sketching stations, Whitworth Minecraft and a sensory…

PLAYTIME

13:00 30 - 16:00 31 August 2023
This summer PLAYTIME is going to market. Have a wander and find things to do both indoors and out. With our PLAY Market’ area, sketching stations, Whitworth Minecraft and a sensory…

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