Events and exhibitions

Join one of our Visitor Team who will share a selection of the museum's stories that have captured the imagination of staff and visitors for over 100 years.

Tickets: Free, no booking required.
Date: 15 May 2024 -31 Dec 2025
Location: Manchester Museum, Oxford Road

Highlights Tours

Winter 2025/26

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Tickets: Free, drop in
Date: 14 Nov 2025
Location: Manchester Museum, Oxford Road

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Events and exhibitions

Summer 2025

Introductory tai chi qigong sessions

Exploring Mixed Race Identities

Critical Conversations

Student Climate Café

Wellbeing Wednesdays

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Tours and talks

Highlights Tours

Winter 2025/26

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