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Introduction to Astrophotography

19:30 - 22:00 28 February 2024
Join us for an informal and fun session that includes an introductory workshop co-presented by Jodrell Bank Observatory’s Dr. Anthony Holloway, along with a chance for you to try out…

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Teenage Kicks: Girls growing up in Britain 1956-1974

8 March - 18 May 2024
Meg can’t wait to leave home. Cynthia misses her family back in the Caribbean. Pamela is pregnant and her mum wants the baby adopted. Andrea fancies girls. Life in 1960s Britain was…

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THE SINGULARITY - Balsam Karam in conversation with Kaye Mitchell

18:30 - 20:00 11 March 2024
We're delighted to be welcoming Balsam Karam to Manchester to discuss her new novel THE SINGULARITY, a lyrical and devastating study of grief, migration and motherhood. Balsam will…

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Friends of the Whitworth Sunday Concerts

15:00 24 March 2024
Students from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester perform in our South Gallery, overlooking Whitworth Park. Friends of the Whitworth present a series of free Sunday Concerts…

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AMBS Event: Technology, Diversity and Social Good – Leading through Megachange

17:30 - 18:30 24 April 2024
This year's annual Grigor McClelland lecture will be given by Ismail Amla, Executive Vice President, Professional Services, NCR. This annual lecture explores the interaction between…

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AMBS Event: Tom Beahon, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Castore

17:00 - 18:00 7 May 2024
Title: Anyone can do it – from the kitchen table to billion-pound firm Hear from Tom Beahon as he shares how he and his brother launched Castore, the world’s first premium performance sportswear apparel brand for men.

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Exhibition – John Lyons: Carnivalesque

10 May - 25 August 2024
John Lyons: Carnivalesque The spring begins with the first major retrospective exhibition of Caribbean British artist and poet John Lyons. Spanning six decades, the exhibition will…

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Friends of the Whitworth Sunday Concerts

15:00 12 May 2024
Students from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester perform in our South Gallery, overlooking Whitworth Park. Friends of the Whitworth present a series of free Sunday Concerts…

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Time is Running Out

16 May - 7 July 2024
An inspiring new exhibition from the Institute of Civil Engineers, Time is Running Out is a groundbreaking and inspiring new exhibition at Jodrell Bank Centre for Engagement, free with…

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Exhibition – Alison Wilding: Sculptor's Drawings

6 June 2024 - 12 January 2025
<Strong>Alison Wilding: Sculptor's Drawings A display of newly acquired works on paper by the British sculptor Alison Wilding. Please note the Whitworth is closed on Mondays </Strong>…

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Exhibition – The ‘Death’ of the Life Room

6 June 2024 - 12 January 2025
The ‘Death’ of the Life Room 6 Jun 2024 – 12 January 2025 *Please note the Whitworth is closed on Mondays* Set against the backdrop of the 1950s this collection display highlights…

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Teenage Kicks: Andrea's story

7 June - 31 August 2024
Teenage Kicks is an exhibition about what life was like for teenage girls in Britain in the 1960s. It is based on research from the Girlhood and Later Life project led by Professor…

Art in Times of Crisis - Bicentenary Exhibition

8 - 9 June 2024
ABOUT THE EXHIBIT Immerse yourself in the unique fusion of academia and artistry at an exhibition hosted by the University’s Humanitarian and Conflict Response Institute (HCRI). We’ll…

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Art of Research

8 June 2024
Join us for an incredible fusion of art and research… Art Battle Manchester has joined forces with The University of Manchester to create a trail of artworks inspired by research from…

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Tasting Children's Literature - An Edible Readathon (Festival of Libraries 2024)

13:00 - 14:00 16 June 2024
From the apple that Snow White should not have bitten and the drink that makes Alice’s trip to Wonderland possible to the feast gobbled by the very hungry little caterpillar in Eric…

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Friends of the Whitworth Sunday Concerts

15:00 - 15:45 23 June 2024
Students from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester perform in our South Gallery, overlooking Whitworth Park. Friends of the Whitworth present a series of free Sunday Concerts…

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The National Children's Brass Band of Great Britain: 20th Anniversary Concert, Guest Conductor Lynda Nicholson, Guest Soloist Daniel Marsh (Tenor Horn).

14:00 - 16:00 2 August 2024
This special concert celebrates 20 years of the National Children's Brass Band of Great Britain. Leading the band will be Guest Conductor Lynda Nicholson, herself an alumna of NYBBGB…

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Summer Science Exhibits on Tour

3 - 4 August 2024
From the Royal Society, explore some of the UK's most exciting scientific work; learn about lab grown muscles, investigate DNA and drive a Lego Mars Rover! Each weekend will feature…

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Summer Science Exhibits on Tour

10 - 11 August 2024
From the Royal Society, explore some of the UK's most exciting scientific work; learn about lab grown muscles, investigate DNA and drive a Lego Mars Rover! Each weekend will feature…

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Exhibition – Barbara Walker

4 October 2024 - 26 January 2025
<strong>Barbara Walker 4 October 2024 – 26 January 2025 Please note the Whitworth is closed on Mondays</strong> Our autumn 2024 programme leads with the first-ever survey exhibition…

SPACES for young people's wellbeing

17:00 - 18:30 8 October 2024
Join us for an absorbing webinar on creating SPACES (Supporting Participation in Arts, Culture, Entertainment and Sports) to improve young people’s wellbeing. Hear from researchers,…

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A conversation with Delaine Le Bas at the Whitworth

18:00 - 20:00 18 October 2024
Join us for the launch of the Autumn/Winter 2024 issue of Crafts at the Whitworth in Manchester next month – with a conversation with Turner prize nominee Delaine Le Bas, who is interviewed…

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Are Friends Electric?

10:00 - 15:30 23 October 2024
In this interactive exhibition led by Dr. Scott Midson, visitors will explore the concept of friendship and whether robots can be friends. The exhibition covers themes like emotion,…

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Data Treasure Hunt – Behind the scenes of where our everyday information comes from!

10:00 - 11:30 23 October 2024
As part of the ESRC Festival of Social Sciences, an event at Salford Museum & Art Gallery will explore the secrets behind everyday data. This 90-minute, in-person event includes a treasure…

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Cycle Smart, Live Smarter: Building Sustainable Cities on Two Wheels?

11:00 - 14:00 6 November 2024
Join us for a fun-filled day of cycling activities and bike-themed giveaways. Discover how cycling can transform our cities and lives. Learn about the benefits of cycling and bike-sharing…

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