Collection Encounter: The Secret Public
| Dates: | 7 November 2025 |
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| Times: | 14:10 - 15:20 |
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| What is it: | Drop-in session |
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| Organiser: | John Rylands Library |
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| How much: | Free |
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| Who is it for: | General public |
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Drop in to explore Manchester’s queer culture, pop music, and nightlife in this hands-on session inspired by our temporary exhibition: The Secret Public: LGBTQ Pop 1955–1985, featuring objects from The British Pop Archive. Discover how LGBTQ life in Manchester has been shaped by, and helped shape, music, media, and the city itself. With a spotlight on Buzzcocks, the Hacienda and ‘City Life’ magazine - our team will be offering insight into the stories behind the collections. Whether you’re a music fan, a club culture historian, or just curious, stop by to uncover the queer stories woven into Manchester’s cultural DNA.
The British Pop Archive (BPA) is a national collection based at the John Rylands Library, dedicated to preserving and exploring British popular culture, youth culture, and counter-culture. With strong roots in Manchester’s creative history, the BPA shines a light on the people and movements that have shaped modern British life.
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The John Rylands Research Institute and Library
Manchester
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