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Museum Celebrates...

Museum Celebrates showcases the incredible diversity of our city with festivals, showcases, carnivals and religious celebrations.

Iftar at the museum

In the spirit of the month of Ramadan, the month of hospitality and sharing, come along to the museum on 29 March at 6pm for an evening of food, friendship and dialogue across faiths and cultures. Observe or participate in the Muslim prayer and taste traditional food with the breaking of fast.

  • Tickets: Free tickets - please book
  • Date: 29 Mar 2023
  • Location: Manchester Museum, Oxford Road

Iftar at the museum

The Wild Escape

A free self-led family art activity, celebrating UK wildlife and creativity as part of the Art Fund’s The Wild Escape project.

  • Tickets: Free, drop in event
  • Date: 4 Apr 2023 -23 Apr 2023
  • Location: Manchester Museum, Oxford Road

The Wild Escape

Sikh Vaisakhi celebration

We're hosting a Vaisakhi celebration at the museum on 5 April in partnership with Manchester Sikh Foundation. Join us to experience a Langer, or community meal, and many other activities.

  • Tickets: Free, book tickets or drop in
  • Date: 5 Apr 2023
  • Location: Manchester Museum, Oxford Road

Sikh Vaisakhi celebration

Museum Exhibitions...

Exhibitions and displays explore the richness of our world and our past, present and future.

Dab Hands

The Dab Hands Collection was created in residence at Manchester Museum by artist Lucy Burscough and her collaborative partners

  • Tickets: Free
  • Date: 18 Feb 2023 -31 Jul 2023
  • Location: The Top Floor

Dab Hands

Golden Mummies of Egypt

This stunning exhibition offers unparalleled access to our world-class Egypt and Sudan collections.

  • Tickets: Free
  • Date: 18 Feb 2023 -31 Dec 2023
  • Location: Exhibition Hall, ground floor

Golden Mummies of Egypt

Museum Hopes...

Join us on our journey as we work towards a more sustainable world with social justice at its heart.

Inclusive Pathways

Explore the potential of the creative and cultural sector to create new pathways for an inclusive workforce. For parents and educators.

  • Tickets: Free, book tickets
  • Date: 19 Apr 2023
  • Location: The Top Floor at Manchester Museum

Inclusive Pathways

National Saturday Club pilot

The Society and Change Saturday club at Manchester Museum invites you to learn about the global issues shaping our world today and think about how you can make a difference and have your voice heard. Every Saturday you can participate in creative workshops and discussions with industry experts and artists, along with other people your age who share similar interests.

  • Date: 6 May 2023 -24 Jun 2023

National Saturday Club pilot

Museum Lates...

Museum Lates gives you time to experience the awe and wonder of the museum after hours, and celebrates the work of  extraordinary artists, musicians, performers, writers and more.

Iftar at the museum

In the spirit of the month of Ramadan, the month of hospitality and sharing, come along to the museum on 29 March at 6pm for an evening of food, friendship and dialogue across faiths and cultures. Observe or participate in the Muslim prayer and taste traditional food with the breaking of fast.

  • Tickets: Free tickets - please book
  • Date: 29 Mar 2023
  • Location: Manchester Museum, Oxford Road

Iftar at the museum

Meet The Artists – The Singh Twins

The Singh Twins in conversation, discussing their new work, Rags to Riches, Riches to Rags, in Manchester Museum's South Asia Gallery.

  • Tickets: Free, book tickets
  • Date: 26 Apr 2023
  • Location: Manchester Museum, Oxford Road

Meet The Artists – The Singh Twins

Museum Makes...

Museum Makes means getting hands on. We host writing workshops, dance classes, arts and crafts activities and more.

Introductory Taichi Qigong Sessions

As part of our Age Friendly Programme, we are hosting an introductory series of Taichi Qigong sessions aimed at people aged 50 and over.

  • Tickets: Free, book tickets
  • Date: 23 Mar 2023 -25 May 2023
  • Location: Manchester Museum, Oxford Road

Introductory Taichi Qigong Sessions

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