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Exhibition
Traces of Displacement
This exhibition uses the Whitworth’s collection to address one of the major humanitarian concerns of the 20th and 21st centuries – forced displacement. Until 7 January 2024
Refugee Week Celebrations
x Manchester City of Sanctuary
Sunday 25 June, 1-4pm, FREE* All ages welcome. Join us for a celebration event bringing people together to connect, create and have fun, and promote a deeper understanding of those seeking sanctuary.
The Whitworth Shop Online
Browse online and buy exclusive products from local artists and makers, alongside our range of bespoke prints and books linked to the gallery's collection. Including the new spring collection!
Exhibitions
Discover what's on now
From (Un)Defining Queer which examines art and how we can use a queer lens to define what the term 'queer' means, to a collections exhibition that reminds us all to Slow Down, You're Doing Fine.
Upcoming Exhibitions in 2023
Discover more about exhibitions on the horizon, including Economics the Blockbuster: It’s not Business as Usual, and This entry – Tino Sehgal, both part of the MIF23 programme.
Coming soon...
Albrecht Dürer’s material world
Albrecht Dürer’s material world is the first major exhibition of the Whitworth’s outstanding Dürer collection in over half a century. Opens Friday 30 June.
Events
Artist talks to family fun
Spring events outdoors and in, for families, art lovers and friends. Find out what events are taking place and what's coming up.
Volunteers are at the heart of the Whitworth
Register your interest to volunteer at the gallery, and be the first to know about our opportunities.
Policy Documents for the gallery
Learn more about the Whitworth's mission and strategic policies, including our updated Code of Conduct, which outlines key actions to help create an open and safe space for all.
Explore
Search Our Collection
The Whitworth’s extensive and eclectic collection of art and design is of international significance. Our Textile Collection, holds over 20,000 textiles from across the world. Find out more...
Friends of The Whitworth
The Friends group was established in 1933 and has been flourishing ever since. Find out more
Collection and Research
Our study facilities, searchable database and international research projects put our collection at the centre of everything we do. Find out how you can work with us.
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.
Going Green
We are proud of the changes we have made to make the Whitworth a model of good practice, embedding sustainability into all that we do.