Learn

Learn, imagine, create and be inspired at the Whitworth, with social, imaginative and participatory programmes designed for all ages.

Schools, Colleges & Universities

The Whitworth has a long history of working creatively with schools - winning multiple awards for innovation and its close partnerships with educators

Health and Wellbeing

“It’s restorative. You might have a stressful week and then you go somewhere like the Whitworth and there’s tranquility.” Consultant Psychiatrist

Early Years

Our award-winning early years programmes are full of rich, sensory and hands-on activities, all of which are focused on early child communication and development.

Adults

The Whitworth is a place where everyone can come and learn, be creative, sociable or even just try their hand at something new.

Family

Come and discover, create and learn together at the Whitworth. All our family activities are free and are designed to enable you to enjoy a fun, stress-free visit

Outdoors

“Visitors should be able to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors as a counterpoint to what is within.” Margaret Pilkington, Director of the Whitworth, 1935-58

Students & Young People

How the Whitworth can be part of your academic and social life