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Collection Encounter: The Secret Public

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Dates:22 August 2025
Times:10:40 - 11:50
What is it:Drop-in session
Organiser:John Rylands Library
How much:Free
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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