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Turner: In Light and Shade
Marking the 250th anniversary of his birth, this exhibition will explore the work and technique of legendary British landscape artist J.M.W. Turner.
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Spring 2025 Exhibitions
Current & Coming
Discover the latest exhibitions and collections on display, and those coming soon, including Women in Revolt! and Małgorzata Mirga-Tas, opening this year.
Shirley Craven
An exhibition of vivid, colour-filled textiles by post-war designer Shirley Craven. 6 April 2024 – 16 March 2025
Jakkai Siributr: There’s no Place
There’s no Place is a significant new exhibition by acclaimed Thai artist Jakkai Siributr. Building on the gallery's long history of radical global textile exhibitions. Until 16 March 2025
Everyday Art School – Venture Arts Artist in Residence
Family friendly, everyone welcome! Every Thursday, 10am-2pm Free, drop-in, no need to book
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We look forward to welcoming you to the Whitworth Café, where the food and drink are lovingly made by our in-house café, showcasing the best of local and seasonal produce.
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Volunteers are at the heart of the Whitworth.
Friends of The Whitworth
The Friends group was established in 1933 and has been flourishing ever since. Find out more
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Open House Microsite #whitworthopenhouse
Do you have photos and memories of life lived against the backdrop of wallpaper? Share them with us and help build the Open House archive. This project continues after the exhibition closes.
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Local, seasonal food served at the Whitworth Café