Families

A boy and woman enjoy art activities
There’s always something fun for families to do at Manchester Art Gallery and it’s all for free.

Visiting with your family

Family at an event in the gallery
Free family backpacks are available for family groups with children aged between seven and twelve or try one of our new explorer tool belts for children aged three to six.
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Clore Interactive Gallery

A girl having fun in the Clore Interactive Gallery
Explore real works of art through a range of hands-on activities in the newly refurbished Clore Gallery.
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Family Art Clubs

Boys painting their faces
Play games, be creative and get messy at our free family art clubs.

Events

  • Mini art club

    12 Mar 2010

    Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess!

  • Imagine weekend

    13 Mar 2010

    Experiment and play with the material of the month.

  • Curiosity tour

    20 Mar 2010

    Find out more about the gallery in our interactive tours for families.

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