Events
Events outdoors and in, for families, art lovers, and friends.
Find out what events are taking place and what's coming up.
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In Conversation: Ayo Akingbade and Matthew Barrington
Join us for a Thursday Late with Ayo Akingbade, the artist behind our current exhibition Show Me The World Mister, in conversation with Matthew Barrington.
Show Me The World Mister is a solo exhibition by Ayo Akingbade comprising of two new film commissions. Shot on location in Nigeria, The Fist and Faluyi are Akingbade’s most ambitious productions to date, building upon her continued interest in history, place-making, legacy and power.
Thursday 12 September, 6-8pm
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Gathering of Strangers: Why Museums Matter
Join us for a very special Thursday Late, where culture leader Maria Balshaw will be in conversation with visual artist Cornelia Parker about her latest book.
‘Public institutions do not sit “outside” society, they are the barometer of time and place. How museums and galleries open themselves up to change and engage dissenting voices is not obvious or easy, but as a recent visitor said, “art is an invitation to a conversation” – so perhaps our role might be to unlock that conversation.’ Maria Balshaw
A powerful, timely and thought-provoking exploration of the transformative role of the museum – and of art – in society today.
Thursday 24 October, 6-8pm
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Life Drawing Workshops
Presented by In Demand MCRJoin us for a wonderful evening of life drawing at the gallery, inspired by our new exhibition The 'Death' of the Life Room. In collaboration with the two-person art collective In Demand MCR.
Thursday Lates, 29 August, 5.30pm-8pm
Thursday Lates, 19 September, 5.30pm-8pm
Thursday Lates, 31 October, 5.30pm-8pmCost per session: £16, booking essential, click the link for details.
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Families
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 visit – check the link below to find out what’s on offer.
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Natural Cultural Health Service
The Natural and Cultural Health Service (NCHS) is a programme of outdoor activities that promote good physical and mental wellbeing. From Meditating in Nature to Gardening for good health (GROW), at the Whitworth we have something for everyone, every week.
Visit our Get Involved NCHS page for full details
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Sunday Concerts
Students from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester perform in our South Gallery overlooking Whitworth Park.
Sunday Concerts 2023 & 2024
Future concert dates will be confirmed closer to the time.
Check this listing link for more details.
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Manchester Sacred Harp
Join Manchester Sacred Harp for an afternoon of uplifting social singing. Our door is open – sit and sing with us if you want to give it a try – or pop in to listen.
On various Sundays, 2-4.30pm, FREE, drop-in.
Click the link for dates and full details.
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Young People and Students
16-24yrs? Get Involved with Whitworth Young Contemporaries and Saturday Student Socials, FREE, on regular selected Saturdays and Thursdays.
Events for students and young people is taking a summer break and will be back in the Autumn.
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The Grey Area Writing Group & Book Club
The Grey Area is a monthly event for trans and queer writers and book lovers. Events will take place in person, in the Office Arté Util space at the Whitworth.
The Grey Area events are held on the first Thursday of the Month.
Please click this link to find out more and to book your FREE place.
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Still Parents workshops
Still Parents is the Whitworth’s award-winning programme to support parents who have experienced the loss of a baby in pregnancy or just after birth.
Explore your experiences of baby loss through art with the help and guidance of an artist alongside support from the Manchester Sands charity. Making is at the heart of these sessions as participants are introduced to new techniques and skills whilst surrounded by people who understand.
Workshops are scheduled once a month, on a Thursday evening or Sunday afternoon.
Sessions are FREE, and booking is essential.Please click the link below for more information, dates, and booking details.
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What's on in the area
One of the joys of a visit to Manchester is the fact that this is a compact city that’s easy to get around – you’re never far from another great place to visit.
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