Manchester City Galleries

Student tour

Wed, 15 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Whether you are an art student, a new student or just interested, come along and find out what the gallery has to offer on this introductory tour.

Tend your needle - the tudor tailor

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Discover 16th century tailoring techniques, including fitting clothing to the body, and decorating fabric with stamping and pinking.

Pae White exhibition drop-in audio description.

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Anne Hornsby will give audio descriptions of the art featured in the exhibition.

Summer Nights

Wed, 26 Jul 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Summer Nights are Manchester Art Gallery's popular free late night openings. This event celebrates our current exhibition, in no particular order by Pae White.

Highlights Tour

Fri, 01 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Sat, 02 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Discovery Tour - Fully Clothed : Fashion and Art

Fri, 01 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

This tour explores some fantastic examples of fashion depicted in the paintings at Manchester Art Gallery. Tour led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Fri, 08 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Sat, 09 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Fri, 15 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Sat, 16 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Fri, 22 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Sat, 23 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Sat, 30 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Salvaged Update

Tue, 05 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Get an update from the conservators on our restoration of William Etty�s epic painting The Sirens and Ulsysses. Ask questions about the project.

Collection Talk: How did they get here? Objects, owners and funders

Wed, 13 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Hear stories about works from our collection. To celebrate 125 years of the MLA/V&A Purchase Grant Fund.

Artist's Talk : Liam Spencer

Fri, 15 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Hear Liam Spencer talk about his 20 year career and his personal relationship with the city. This event is currently fully booked, please phone the gallery if you would like to go on the reserve list.

Collection Talk : Shining Shields

Tue, 19 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the objects related to the Sikh faith in our decorative art collection. This is a special talk for Anglo-Sikh Heritage Week.

Modern Movements : An introduction to Modern Art Lecture 1: Roots of Modernism

Sat, 23 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

The first in a series of nine lectures exploring twentieth century art movements, run by Nirvana Romell. This lecture looks at artists from Turner to Monet.

Meet the Artists : Beyond the Page

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

An in-conversation event with Hammad Nasar, curator of Beyond the Page and artists Imran Qureshi and Hamra Abbas.

Highlights Tour

Sat, 30 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery. Highlights tours are led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Fri, 06 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Sat, 07 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Fri, 13 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Sat, 14 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Fri, 20 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Paint the City in Albert Square

Wed, 30 Aug 2006 23:00:00 GMT

DUE TO THE RAIN THIS PUBLIC PAINTING EVENT WILL NOW BE HELD IN THE GALLERY

Highlights Tour

Sat, 21 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Discover some of the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery's collection. Tours led by the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Summer Nights

Wed, 30 Aug 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Summer Nights are our popular free late opening events. This event celebrates Manchester and our current exhibition Liam Spencer: From Manchester to Shanghai.

Salvaged Update

Tue, 03 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Get an update from the conservators on our restoration of William Etty�s epic painting The Sirens and Ulsysses. Ask questions about the project.

Make your mark: An introduction to drawing

Fri, 21 Jul 2006 23:00:00 GMT

A short course in drawing for adults with artist Jill Harrison. Explore different ways of drawing, including drawing from a life model.

Larger than Life: The Big Draw

Sat, 07 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

A family celebration day which brings together The Big Draw, Manchester Food and Drink Festival and Family Learning Week. Explore everything in the gallery that�s bigger than you'd expect, from our enormous pineapple to the outsized pencil sharpener in the 20th century gallery.

Student Tour

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Whether you are an art student, a new student or just interested, come along and find out what the gallery has to offer on this introductory tour.

Student Tour

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Whether you are an art student, a new student or just interested, come along and find out what the gallery has to offer on this introductory tour.

Art Bites

Wed, 11 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Like to talk about art? Say what you think, what you like and what you don�t like. Spend your lunchtime exploring and understanding two art works with gallery staff every Thursday in October and November. Ideal bite-sized portions of art.

Art Bites

Wed, 18 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Art Bites

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Art Bites

Thu, 02 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Art Bites

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Art Bites

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Art Bites

Thu, 23 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Art Bites

Thu, 30 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Collection Talk: Mervyn Peake

Thu, 12 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Sebastian Peake gives an illustrated talk about his artist and author father, painter of The Glassblower on display in room 14 and author of the Gormenghast novels. Part of Manchester Literature Festival.

Modern Movements : An introduction to Modern Art Lecture 2: Post-Impressionism

Sat, 14 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

The second in a series of nine lectures by Nirvana Romell exploring 20th century art movements. This lecture features artists Seurat, Van Gogh and Gauguin.

Modern Movements: An introduction to Modern art Lecture 3 : 20th century Modernism - how and why

Sun, 05 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The third in a series of nine lectures by Nirvana Romell exploring 20th century art movements. This lecture focuses on the social and political background to the movements.

Khush Amdid

Sat, 18 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Enjoy music and take part in art activities, book making and pattern drawing.

Seeing old and new

Wed, 08 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

This is the first in a new series of events that will link aspects of Manchester Art Gallery's historic collection with contemporary art work exhibited at Cornerhouse.

Georgina von Etzdorf Audio Described Tour

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

A tour from the curator of the exhibition and audio description for visually impaired visitors.

Student tour

Wed, 15 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Whether you are an art student, a new student or just interested, come along and find out what the gallery has to offer on this introductory tour.

Modern Movements : An introduction to Modern Art Lecture 4 : Wild colours: Fauvism and Expressionism

Sun, 03 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The fourth in a series of nine lectures by Nirvana Romell exploring 20th century art movements. This lecture features artists Derain, Matisse, Kandinsky and Modigliani.

Winter Nights

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Get in the festive spirit at Manchester Art Gallery with our late night Christmas shopping event.

Poetry Readings : Shamshad Khan

Tue, 17 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Manchester based poet Shamshad Khan performs her current work and responds to the Beyond the Page exhibition. Thee are three 40 minute performances in the gallery space. Part of Manchester Literature Festival.

East meets West : Indian embroidery techniques

Wed, 18 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

A seminar on the relationship between Indian craft skills and the Western fashion market.

Material Matters

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Be inspired by our textile exhibition to create your own fabric pieces. We're making our education spaces into textile studios which will be overflowing with a sea of textures such as net, velvet and cotton and a rainbow of brightly coloured dyes.

Material Matters

Tue, 24 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Material Matters

Thu, 26 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Snap: Short Course in Documentary Photography

Fri, 27 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

This course is now fully booked. You can add your name to the reserve list in case of cancellations. Spend two days exploring ideas and techniques for taking photographs of everyday scenes. A short course for adults of all abilities.

Exhibition Tour : Rene Burri

Fri, 27 Oct 2006 23:00:00 GMT

A tour of the exhibition with Greg Leach, lecturer in photography at Stockport Art College. This event is supported by 'Look 07'

Exploring the miniature

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the fascinating history of South East Asia�s miniature painting style in this talk by academic, Anna Sloan.

Plastic bag kites

Sat, 15 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Turn your plastic bags into kites - the perfect way to recycle - for the Kite Festival in Platt Fields.

Inside-out : The Big Draw

Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

A chance for the whole family to get drawing, everywhere! Using the gallery building (inside and out) as your inspiration, join in with our activities for this year's Big Draw.

Victorian fun and games

Sat, 22 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Create your own Victorian costume accessories, then join in with parlour games in the 'Art Treasures' exhibition.

Victorian fun and games

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Create your own Victorian costume accessories, then join in with parlour games in the 'Art Treasures' exhibition.

Victorian fun and games

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Create your own Victorian costume accessories, then join in with parlour games in the 'Art Treasures' exhibition.

Victorian fun and games

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Create your own Victorian costume accessories, then join in with parlour games in the 'Art Treasures' exhibition.

Victorians come to life

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Meet live characters from Ford Madox Brown's painting 'Work', as they explore the exhibition.

Victorians come to life

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Meet live characters from Ford Madox Brown's painting 'Work', as they explore the exhibition.

Victorians come to life

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Meet live characters from Ford Madox Brown's painting 'Work', as they explore the exhibition.

Victorians come to life

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Meet live characters from Ford Madox Brown's painting 'Work', as they explore the exhibition.

Highlights tour

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 16 Jun 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 23 Jun 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 30 Jun 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 07 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 14 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 21 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 03 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 04 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 10 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 11 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 18 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sun, 26 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 08 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 15 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 22 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 29 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 05 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 06 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 27 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Come and explore the collections with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries leading a tour around the gallery.

Discovery tour: The Pre-Raphaelites

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Find out more about our collections with our monthly discovery tours. This month the tour will focus on the Pre-Raphaelites.

Discovery tour: Women artists

Fri, 03 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Find out more about our collections with our monthly discovery tours. This month the tour will focus on women artists.

Discovery tour: The art of colour

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Find out more about our collections with our monthly discovery tours. This month the tour will focus on the art of colour.

Discovery tour: Children in paintings

Fri, 05 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Find out more about our collections with our monthly discovery tours. This month the tour will focus on children in paintings.

Introductory tour for hearing impaired people

Sat, 14 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

An introduction to our collection in British Sign Language and Sign Supported English.

Introductory tour for hearing impaired people

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

An introduction to our collection in British Sign Language and Sign Supported English.

Art talk: David Hockney and Peter C

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Find out more about the portrait of Peter C by David Hockney in our 20th century galleries.

Art talk: Sappho

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Who was Sappho and why was she important in lesbian history? Find out about our portrait of her in ths lunchtime talk.

Seeing old and new: The Assembly

Tue, 17 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Artist Rachel Davies explores representations of women found in historical painting and popular culture at the gallery, before comparing them with her work 'The Assembly' at Cornerhouse. This event will begin at Manchester Art Gallery, before moving to Cornerhouse

Short course: Rhythm, colour and shape

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

A practical two-day course exploring music and art, led by artist Jillian Harrison.

THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED, IF YOU WERE INTERESTED IN COMING, PLEASE CONTACT US, IT WILL BE RE-SCHEDULED LATER IN THE YEAR.

Short course: Kylie style

Fri, 03 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Design and make a glamorous showgirl headdress inspired by Kylie's outfits on this two-day course, led by artist Anna Creighton.

For adults of all abilities, no experience necessary.

Short course: Printed books

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

A practical two-day introductory course on printing and book-making, led by Daksha Patel.

For adults of all abilities, no experience necessary.

Short course: Victorian letters

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

A practical introductory two-day course to creative writing, led by David Gaffney.

For adults of all abilities, no experience necessary.

'Kylie - The Exhibition' tour

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Join Margot Anderson, Assistant Curator of the exhibition from the Arts Centre in Melbourne, for an informal tour of the exhibiton.

Inspired by Kylie

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Music and dance inspired by Kylie, including a performance by the Wai Yin Chinese Youth Group. Please note this is a change to the date published in our leaflet.

Handbag of harmonies

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

The fabulous all-female voice choir from Chester sing pop.

Kylie: the ultimate gay icon?

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Dr Sharif Mowlabocus, from the University of Sussex, gives an illustrated talk exploring gay icons past and present.

Summer nights: Kyliemania

Wed, 25 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

See the exhibition in the evening, with entertainment and activities.

Summer nights: Kyliemania

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

See the exhibition in the evening, with entertainment and activities.

Make your own Kylie pop products

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Make album covers and memorabilia inspired by Kylie.

Make your own Kylie pop products

Tue, 07 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Make album covers and memorabilia inspired by Kylie.

Make your own Kylie pop products

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Make album covers and memorabilia inspired by Kylie.

Make your own Kylie pop products

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Make album covers and memorabilia inspired by Kylie.

Make your own Kylie pop products

Tue, 28 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Make album covers and memorabilia inspired by Kylie.

Sing-a-long-a-Kylie

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Sing-a-long to Kylie's songs and make your own pop star accessories.

Places for this workshop must be reserved in person at the gallery information desk from 12:30pm on the day.

Sing-a-long-a-Kylie

Wed, 08 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Sing-a-long to Kylie's songs and make your own pop star accessories.

Places for this workshop must be reserved in person at the gallery information desk from 12:30pm on the day.

Sing-a-long-a-Kylie

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Sing-a-long to Kylie's songs and make your own pop star accessories.

Places for this workshop must be reserved in person at the gallery information desk from 12:30pm on the day.

Sing-a-long-a-Kylie

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Sing-a-long to Kylie's songs and make your own pop star accessories.

Places for this workshop must be reserved in person at the gallery information desk from 12:30pm on the day.

Sing-a-long-a-Kylie

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Sing-a-long to Kylie's songs and make your own pop star accessories.

Places for this workshop must be reserved in person at the gallery information desk from 12:30pm on the day.

Spin around with Kylie

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Learn some of Kylie's best-known dance moves and make accessories to take away.

Places for this workshop must be reserved in person at the gallery information desk from 12:30pm on the day.

Spin around with Kylie

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Learn some of Kylie's best-known dance moves and make accessories to take away.

Places for this workshop must be reserved in person at the gallery information desk from 12:30pm on the day.

Spin around with Kylie

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Learn some of Kylie's best-known dance moves and make accessories to take away.

Places for this workshop must be reserved in person at the gallery information desk from 12:30pm on the day.

Spin around with Kylie

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Learn some of Kylie's best-known dance moves and make accessories to take away.

Places for this workshop must be reserved in person at the gallery information desk from 12:30pm on the day.

Spin around with Kylie

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Learn some of Kylie's best-known dance moves and make accessories to take away.

Places for this workshop must be reserved in person at the gallery information desk from 12:30pm on the day.

Salvaged updates

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Our conservators are now completing their restoration of William Etty's 'The Sirens and Ulysses'. As the project nears completion, take this opportunity to ask our conservators about their work.

Salvaged updates

Tue, 07 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Our conservators are now completing their restoration of William Etty's 'The Sirens and Ulysses'. As the project nears completion, take this opportunity to ask our conservators about their work.

Salvaged updates

Tue, 04 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Our conservators are now completing their restoration of William Etty's 'The Sirens and Ulysses'. As the project nears completion, take this opportunity to ask our conservators about their work.

Sugar secrets and survival songs

Sat, 04 Aug 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Performances of poetry and music by Tina Tamsho Thomas and musicians Urban Voice.

Sugar secrets and fair trade chocolate

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

For one day only, the 'Revealing Histories' trail finishes at a Fairtrade chocolate fountain.

Art Treasures tour

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Find out more about the Art Treasures exhibition in a tour with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester Art Galleries.

Art Treasures tour

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Find out more about the Art Treasures exhibition in a tour with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester Art Galleries.

Art Treasures tour

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Find out more about the Art Treasures exhibition in a tour with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester Art Galleries.

Saving art for the nation

Mon, 08 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

David Barrie, Director of The Art Fund gives a lecture about John Ruskin and the origins of The Art Fund. This lecture takes place at Manchester Town Hall.

Talk: Manchester 1857

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

An illustrated talk by Professor Alan Kidd exploring what it was like to live and work in Manchester in 1857.

City tour: Manchester 1857

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Join historian Jonathan Schofield for a tour of Manchester focusing on the buildings and shape of the city in 1857.

Treasured thursdays: Victorian lines

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Short story writer David Gaffney responds to the Art Treasures exhibition in this new performance.

Treasured thursdays: Treasures revealed

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Find out more about two key works in the Art Treasures exhibition with curators.

Treasured thursdays: Musical treasures

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Talented young people from the Hall� Youth Orchestra perform in the Art Treasures exhibition.

Sport for Sport's Sake: Meet the artist

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Meet Paul Floyd Blake, photographer of the 'Sport for Sport's Sake' exhibition. In the run up to the Olympics, this exhibition is a timely exploration of the social and cultural complexities of sport.

SocialEast Seminar: Art and Empire

Sat, 17 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Seminar on Eastern European art and visual culture. The SocialEast research forum explores the fascinating art and visual culture of Eastern Europe from the end of WWII to the fall of the Berlin Wall, through seminars, exhibitions and collaborative projects.

Propaganda, pride and prejudice

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Come and discuss you ideas about the British Empire and its legacies today. The event will explore our collection of Empire Marketing Board posters which are both challenging and beautiful.

Inspired by... workshop

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Find out more about the Inspired by... competition for adults. Work with an artist, get inspired by the art works in the gallery and kick start your competition entry with some creative work.

Jo Roberts: Meet the artist

Sun, 04 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Take an exhibition tour with the artist, Jo Roberts, and find out more about how she works and the development of the 'Goals' exhibition.

Victorian Fun and Games

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Create your own Victorian costume accessories, and then join in with parlour games in the Art Treasures exhibition.

Victorian Fun and Games

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Create your own Victorian costume accessories, and then join in with parlour games in the Art Treasures exhibition.

Victorian Fun and Games

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Create your own Victorian costume accessories, and then join in with parlour games in the Art Treasures exhibition.

Victorians come to life

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Meet a navvy and a temperance lady as they step right out of ford Madox Brown's painting 'Work' and stroll round the Art Treasures exhibition.

Tick Tock

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Celebrate the start of summer by making a clock with local artist Jason Taylor. Design and build your own working clock from recycled materials, take it home and put it on your wall! All materials provided, but if you do have any clean, ring pull cans (the type you get soup or baked beans in) we'd be really grateful if you could bring them along.

Tick Tock

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Tick Tock

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Tick Tock

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Tick Tock

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Tick Tock

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discovery tour: Victorian life

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find out about the social and political history behind some of our nineteenth century paintings. Discover more about the world behind the evocative scenes that the Victorian artists portrayed.

Mini Family Art Club

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess! Our free mini family art club is on the second Friday of every month, 10.30 � 11.30am.

Mini Family Art Club

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess! Our free mini family art club is on the second Friday of every month, 10.30 � 11.30am

Mini Family Art Club

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess! Our free mini family art club is on the second Friday of every month, 10.30 � 11.30am.

I do really extremely like sticking things

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Help your children colour, stick and draw in their very own hand-made book, which they can take home. When you�ve finished go through to our pop-up room, decorate the walls and make a butterfly badge.

I do really extremely like sticking things

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

I do really extremely like sticking things

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discovery tour : The influence of the primitive

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Explore art works by Barbara Hepworth, Henry Moore and Modigliani in this tour of artworks from the early 20th century.

Discovery tour : 20th century expressive painters

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Explore the work of three 20th century painters represented at the gallery: Francis Bacon, Lucien Freud and Frank Auerbach.

Discovery tour: 17th century Dutch paintings

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Explore our collection of 17th century Dutch paintings on this tour. Find out more about life and death in Holland in the 1600s.

Discovery tour: Eat, drink and be merry

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

A tour to tickle your taste buds! Explore how food and drink feature in artworks at Manchester Art Gallery.

I do really extremely like sticking things

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

I do really extremely like sticking things

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

I completely LOVE musical stories

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

The whole family is invited to make some noise and sing-a-long in our musical adventures inspired by Lauren Child�s best loved stories. Let your imagination run wild in our pop-up room and make a badge together to take home. Due to popular demand sign in will begin at 12.15

I completely LOVE musical stories

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

I completely LOVE musical stories

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

I completely LOVE musical stories

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

I absolutely MUST do dancing now

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Let the kids bounce, shimmy and jump around in our Lauren Child inspired dance workshops. Then make a 3D badge together to take home and add to the pictures in our giant pop-up room.

I absolutely MUST do dancing now

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Let the kids bounce, shimmy and jump around in our Lauren Child inspired dance workshops. Then make a 3D badge together to take home and add to the pictures in our giant pop-up room. Due to popular demand sign in will begin at 12.15

I absolutely MUST do dancing now

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

I absolutely MUST do dancing now

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

I absolutely MUST do dancing now

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

The Big Draw: Wriggle and scribble

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

If you just bring the family to one event this autumn, make it The Big Draw. Let your little bundles of energy loose round the gallery with our programme of activities based on the theme of movement. Drawing games, dancing doodles, toys that make art and sport sketches mean you can hop, skip and jump your way through a whole day's worth of drawing fun. Perfect for families with under 7s.

Fantasy cameras

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Make a souvenir toy camera filled with images of faraway lands. Take a family trip on our magic carpet and explore the different countries in Holman Hunt's paintings too.

Fantasy cameras

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Make a souvenir toy camera filled with images of faraway lands. Take a family trip on our magic carpet and explore the different countries in Holman Hunt's paintings too.

Fantasy cameras

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Make a souvenir toy camera filled with images of faraway lands. Take a family trip on our magic carpet and explore the different countries in Holman Hunt's paintings too.

Fantasy cameras

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Make a souvenir toy camera filled with images of faraway lands. Take a family trip on our magic carpet and explore the different countries in Holman Hunt's paintings too.

Writing poetry inspired by visual art: a two day course

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

A two day course for aspiring poets with Linda Chase. Use the gallery as a starting point for inspiration in our relaxed course for adults.

Artist's workshop for young people with Vik

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Are you aged between 15 - 18years? Spend the afternoon with artist Vik. You'll visit our current exhibition of photographic sculptures by contemporary Korean artist Gwon Osang for inspiration. Then create your own photographic portraits.

Artist's workshop for young people with Jim Medway

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Are you aged between 15 - 18 years? Spend the afternoon with graphic artist, Jim Medway. This workshop is a great opportunity to learn how to draw characters and create storyboards.

Family art club

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Family art club

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Family art club

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Family art club

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Creative Consultants summer school Day 1

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Are you aged 15-18 years old? Join us for three days of workshops exploring what art is, what galleries do and why art matters. Spend your time looking, talking and making in a series of relaxed and informal activities inside and outside the gallery.

Art bites: lunchtime discussion

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. THE NEXT ART BITES WILL BE ON THURS 7 AUGUST 12.30 - 1pm Do you like to talk about art with other people? Join our monthly lunchtime discussion focussing on two artworks at Manchester Art Gallery. Learn more about the gallery's collection, hear what other people think, and still have time to eat your lunch!

Art bites: lunchtime discussion

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Do you like to talk about art with other people? Join our monthly lunchtime discussion focussing on two artworks at Manchester Art Gallery. Learn more about the gallery's collection, hear what other people think, and still have time to eat your lunch!

Art bites: lunchtime discussion

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Art bites: lunchtime discussion

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Art history basics: Ancient Greece

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Get to grips with the basics of European art history in our series of accessible and lively talks given by Nirvana Romell.

Art history basics: Rome

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Get to grips with the basics of European art history in our series of accessible and lively talks given by Nirvana Romell.

Sebastian Peake reads poetry by Mervyn Peake

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

NEW DATE Sebastian Peake reads his father's poetry in front of 'The Glassblower' painting in our Modern and Contemporary galleries. In celebration of the launch of a new publication of poetry.

Destroy PowerPoint: David Gaffney reads short stories

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

David Gaffney reads a selection of his witty and moving tales, this time focusing on corporate life.

Modern muse: poetry readings

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Linda Chase performs new poems inspired by art works in our Modern and Contemporary galleries. Get a fresh take on twentieth century art.

Get drawing for The Big Draw

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

October is Big Draw month. Organisations across the country are encouraging people to pick up a pencil and have a go at drawing. Get out of the office and spend your lunchtime with artist Julie Mosley, who will be on hand in the gallery with some ideas to get you started.

Get drawing for The Big Draw

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Get drawing for The Big Draw

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Introductory tour for hearing impaired visitors

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Join Jennifer Little for a tour of the gallery in British Sign Language or Sign Supported English. A great way to get to know the history and highlights of the gallery.

Introductory tour for hearing impaired visitors

Sat, 13 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Join Jennifer Little for a tour of the gallery in British Sign Language or Sign Supported English. A great way to get to know the history and highlights of the gallery.

Gwon Osang exhibition tour

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of our current exhibition with curator Clare Gannaway. Find out more about these incredible photographic sculptures and the motivations behind this work.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of the Holman Hunt exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of the Holman Hunt exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of the Holman Hunt exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of our Holman Hunt exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Proud of Manchester Art Gallery

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of the gallery with Manchester's 'Out in the City' group and discover artworks that inspire them.

Watch Charlie and Lola with us

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Watch your favourite Charlie and Lola episodes together on a big screen at Manchester Art Gallery. Bring a cushion or blanket if you want to sit at the front.

Watch Charlie and Lola with us

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Watch your favourite Charlie and Lola episodes together on a big screen at Manchester Art Gallery. Bring a cushion or blanket if you want to sit at the front.

Watch Charlie and Lola with us

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Watch your favourite Charlie and Lola episodes together on a big screen at Manchester Art Gallery. Bring a cushion or blanket if you want to sit at the front.

Watch Charlie and Lola with us

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Watch your favourite Charlie and Lola episodes together on a big screen at Manchester Art Gallery. Bring a cushion or blanket if you want to sit at the front.

Watch Charlie and Lola with us

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Watch your favourite Charlie and Lola episodes together on a big screen at Manchester Art Gallery. Bring a cushion or blanket if you want to sit at the front.

Mini family art club

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Spend quality creative time with your little ones at our mini art club for families with 5 year olds and under.

Mini family art club

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Spend quality creative time with your little ones at our mini art club for families with 5 year olds and under.

Mini family art club

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Spend quality creative time with your little ones at our mini art club for families with 5 year olds and under.

Mini family art club

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Spend quality creative time with your little ones at our mini art club for families with 5 year olds and under.

Highlights tour

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 05 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 06 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 13 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

I completely LOVE musical stories

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Art bites

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for our monthly discussion about two art works from our collections. Share your own ideas and find out what other people think.

Discovery tour : War and art

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

THIS TOUR HAS BEEN CANCELLED WE APOLOGISE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE Explore artworks with a connection to war in this special tour for Rememberance Sunday. Find out about what happened to Manchester Art Gallery during the world wars and how artists were affected by war.

Discovery tour: Fashion and art

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Explore fashion and textiles through paintings from the past in this guided tour. From the cut of a suit to the creases in a skirt, discover how artists have depicted the clothes we wear.

An introduction to portraiture

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Taking your inspiration from our Holman Hunt exhibition, learn more about painting portraits on this relaxed two day course for adults. This course is repeated on the 10/11 January 2009

An introduction to portraiture

Sat, 10 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Taking your inspiration from our Holman Hunt exhibition, learn more about painting portraits on this relaxed two day course for adults. This course is also on the 9/10 November 2008.

An introduction to handmade books and print techniques

Sat, 06 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Spend the weekend learning printmaking techniques and create a handmade book with artist Daksha Patel. This two day course is a perfect opportunity to make a special Christmas present for someone.

Art history basics: The Dark Ages

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Get to grips with the basics of European art history in this illustrated talk - just one in a series of accessible and lively talks by Nirvana Romell. This month find out about art history from The Dark Ages.

Art history basics : Late Medieval

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Get to grips with the basics of European art history in our series lively and entertaining talks given by Nirvana Romell.

Art history basics: 1400s Age of Discovery

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Get to grips with the basics of European art history in our series of accessible, lively and enetertaining talks given by Nirvana Romell.

Art history basics: 1500s; Flourishing arts and the doubts

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Get to grips with the basics of European art history in our series of accessible, lively and entertaining talks given by Nirvana Romell.

Art history basics: An age of discovery

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Get to grips with the basics of European art history in our series of accessible and lively and engaging talks given by Nirvana Romell.

Art History basics: Late Medieval Art

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Get to grips with the basics of European art history in our series of lively and engaging talks given by Nirvana Romell.

Art history basics: The Dark Ages

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Monthly topical talks; Get to grips with European art history in these lively and engaging talks given by Nirvana Romell. See below for further details: Takes place every Sunday with a different topic being discussed each week. No previous knowledge is necessary but lots of curiosity, an open mind and a sense of humour will be useful.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of our exhibition, Holman Hunt and the Pre-Raphaelite Vision, with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of our exhibition, Holman Hunt and the Pre-Raphaelite Vision, with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of our exhibition, Holman Hunt and the Pre-Raphaelite Vision, with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of our exhibition, Holman Hunt and the Pre-Raphaelite Vision, with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of our exhibition, Holman Hunt and the Pre-Raphaelite Vision, with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of our exhibition, Holman Hunt and the Pre-Raphaelite Vision, with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find out more about the artist and his paintings, join a tour of the exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find out more about the artist and his paintings, join a tour of the exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find out more about the artist and his paintings, join a tour of the exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sat, 06 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find out more about the artist and the history of his paintings, join a tour of the exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find out more, take a tour of the exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find out more.....take a tour of the exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sat, 20 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find out more....take a tour of the exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find out more.....join a tour of the exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of the exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries. Perfect for a Christmas holiday afternoon.

Holman Hunt exhibition tour

Sun, 28 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Take a tour of the exhibition with a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries. Perfect for a Christmas holiday afternoon.

City tour: Churches, paintings and Christianity

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED Discover symbols of Christianity in architecture and art on this tour of Manchester.

Holman Hunt audio described exhibition tour

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Explore the Holman Hunt exhibition with gallery staff and entertaining audio description by Anne Hornsby.

Holman Hunt exhibition talk: Understanding Jerusalem

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dr Kay Prag explores the complex political, religious and geographic history of Jerusalem in the first of our illustrated talks linked to the Holman Hunt exhibtion.

Holman Hunt exhibition talk: Holman Hunt and Palestine

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find out more about Holman Hunt and his fascination with Palestine in this illustrated talk by art historian, Nicholas Tromans.

Holman Hunt exhibition talk: Pre-Raphaelite brother and ardent individualist

Sat, 06 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Explore Hunt's early career including his role in the formation of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood in this illustrated talk by art historian Judith Bronkhurst.

Painter in residence

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Artist Stacey Manton demonstrates Pre-Raphaelite painting techniques, as he sets up his studio in the glass atrium, on the ground floor of the gallery.

Inspired by... people

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

This workshop for adults will encourage you to look at artworks on display at the gallery, and inspire you to create your own.

Inspired by... landscapes

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A chance for adults to get creative and create artworks inspired by landscape. These themed workshops will also provide you with an opportunity to begin your competition entry for Inspired by....., so come along and join in.

Inspired by... still life

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A creative and inspiring workshop for adults, focusing on the theme of still life. An opportunity to look at still life and produce some artwork.

Chinese New Year

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Kung hei fat choy! Celebrate the year of the Ox at Manchester Art Gallery this Sunday with our lively and colourful programme of events.

Get inspired by... objects

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Be inspired and join in with our artists and curators to create artworks inspired by objects, in this adult workshop!

Through the kaleidoscope HALF TERM EVENT

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Create a fantastical world of colour and pattern as you explore the gallery and make a kaleidoscope to take home too!

Through the kaleidoscope HALF TERM EVENT

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Create a fantastical world of colour and pattern as you explore the gallery and make a kaleidoscope to take home too!

Through the kaleidoscope HALF TERM EVENT

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Create a fantastical world of colour and pattern as you explore the gallery and make a kaleidoscope to take home too!

Through the kaleidoscope - HALF TERM EVENT

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Create a fantastical world of colour and pattern as you explore the gallery and make a kaleidoscope to take home too!

Family Art Club

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Play games, be creative and get messy at our free family art club. Designed for you to play, create and enjoy as a family. Free, limited place. Please arrive early!

Family Art Club

Sat, 06 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Play games, be creative and get messy at our free family art club. Designed for you to play, create and enjoy as a family. Free,limited places so arrive early!

Family Art Club

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Play games, be creative and get messy at our free family art club. Designed for you to play, create and enjoy as a family. Free, no need to book. Limited places, please come early!

Family Art Club

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Play games, be creative and get messy at our free family art club. Designed for you to play, create and enjoy as a family. No need to book, but places are limited so come early.

Mini Family Art Club

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess! Activities especially for children aged 5 and under and the family. Spend quality fun time with your little ones in a safe environment. There�s no need to book, but places are limited so come early.

Mini Family Art Club

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess! Activities designed especially for children aged 5 and under and the family. Spend quality, fun time with your little ones in a safe environment! No need to book, places are limited so come early.

Family Art Club

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess! Activities for children aged five and under. Bring your little one's along and spend some quality fun time with them. All children must be accompanied by an adult. It's free but places are limited, so arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Mini Family Art Club

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess! Activities for children aged 5 and under. Come along with your little ones and spend some quality fun time in a safe environment! All children must be accompanied by an adult.

An introductory tour in British Sign Language for hearing impaired visitors

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Take a tour with Jennifer Little and find out more about artworks in the gallery. This tour is ideal for hearing impaired and deaf visitors. It will be delivered in British Sign Language.

An introductory tour in British Sign Language for hearing impaired visitors

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Take a tour with Jennifer Little and find out more about art works in the gallery. This tour is ideal for hearing impaired and deaf visitors. The tour will be delivered in British Sign Language.

Young people's workshop: Textile collage

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Are you aged 15-18 years? Be inspired and get creative, spend the afternoon with designer maker Daniel Elliott creating textile collage and mixed media art work.

Clay: A two day course for adults with Helen Felcey

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Spend two days experimenting with clay.

Duos, an exclusive musical evening with Graham Massey (808 State) and friends

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Gwon Osang�s exhibition of stunning life-size sculptures - currently on show as part of Asia Triennial Manchester 08 - forms the backdrop to Duos, an exclusive musical evening with Graham Massey (808 State)

City tour: Manchester and the Pre-Raphaelites

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Pre-Raphaelite art, and the influence of the Pre-Raphaelite movement can be seen across Manchester�s streets and buildings. Writer and Blue Badge Guide Jonathan Schofield will lead this fascinating tour of the city.

City tour: Manchester and the Pre-Raphaelites

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

City tour: Manchester and the Pre-Raphaelites

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Mini Family art club!

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks. Tour given by a trained guide from the Friends of Manchester City Galleries. Each guide has his or her own style and favourite art works, so it's a different tour each weekend. Find out more about the Friends of Manchester City Galleries.

Highlights Tour

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights tour

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 06 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 20 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sun, 28 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highllights tour

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights Tour

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sat, 24 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights Tour

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Attack of the Monster Plants

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Create giant sunflowers and mammoth daisies as nature takes over the gallery. We�ll be making black and white prints to take home inspired by the huge paintings in the Paul Morrison exhibition. Suitable for all ages. Free, no need to book. Please arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Attack of the Monster Plants

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Create giant sunflowers and mammoth daisies as nature takes over the gallery.

Attack of the Monster Plants

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Create giant sunflowers and mammoth daisies as nature takes over the gallery.

Making conversation: Session One

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Multi-sensory creative workshops for visually impaired and sighted people. We'll be exploring the Zaha Hadid exhibition with artist Naomi Kendrick. Try and join us for all three this week.

Attack of the Monster Plants

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Create giant sunflowers and mammoth daisies as nature takes over the gallery.

Attack of the Monster Plants

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Create giant sunflowers and mammoth daisies as nature takes over the gallery.

Attack of the Monster Plants

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Create giant sunflowers and mammoth daisies as nature takes over the gallery.

Attack of the Monster Plants

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Create giant sunflowers and mammoth daisies as nature takes over the gallery.

Blast sculptures

Mon, 25 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make a kitchen clutter sculpture inspired by our �Porca Miseria� chandelier. Sign in from 12.30pm

Blast sculptures

Tue, 26 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make a kitchen clutter sculpture inspired by our �Porca Miseria� chandelier. Sign in from 12.30pm

Blast sculptures

Wed, 27 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make a kitchen clutter sculpture inspired by our �Porca Miseria� chandelier. Sign in from 12.30pm

Blast sculptures

Thu, 28 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make a kitchen clutter sculpture inspired by our �Porca Miseria� chandelier. Sign in from 12.30pm

Family Art Club

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Play games, be creative and get messy at our free family art club. Designed for you to play, create and enjoy as a family.

Family Art Club

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Play games, be creative and get messy at our free family art club. Designed for you to play, create and enjoy as a family.

Family Art Club

Fri, 01 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Play games, be creative and get messy at our free family art club. Designed for you to play, create and enjoy as a family.

Family Art Club

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Play games, be creative and get messy at our free family art club. Designed for you to play, create and enjoy as a family.

Mini Family Art Club

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess!

Mini Family Art Club

Thu, 07 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess!

Mini Family Art Club

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess! Activities designed especially for children aged 5 and under and their family. Spend quality, fun time with your little ones in a safe environment! No need to book, places are limited so come early.

Dinu Li - artist's talk

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Dinu Li will discuss his current exhibition at Manchester Art Gallery, Press the * then say Hello, as well as a selection of his other work.

Making conversation worshop

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Spend time with artist Naomi Kendrick and explore Paul Morrison's current exhibition using all your senses.

Making conversation workshop

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Spend time with artist Naomi Kendrick and explore Paul Morrison's current exhibition using all your senses.

Making conversation workshop

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Spend time with artist Naomi Kendrick and explore our exhibition of work by Paul Morrison using all your senses.

Leonardo da Vinci exhibition talk: Drawn to fame

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Find out more about Leonardo da Vinci's drawing techniques and discover how he influenced other artists.

Highlights tour

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Discovery tour

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Delve deeper into our collections on a themed tour.

Highlights tour

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour for hearing impaired visitors

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for a tour of the gallery in British Sign Language with Jennifer Little.

Discovery tour

Sat, 02 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Delve deeper into our collections on a themed tour.

Highlights tour

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 04 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Discovery tour

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Delve deeper into our collections on a themed tour.

Discovery tour

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Delve deeper into our collections on a themed tour.

Highlights tour

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour for hearing impaired visitors

Sat, 16 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

A tour of the gallery in British Sign Language with Jennifer Little.

Highlights tour

Sun, 24 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Manchester tour: Manchester Makers

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Have a quick tour of the gallery in your lunch hour. Discover artworks and decorative objects in our collections with links to Manchester.

Manchester tour: Victorian art

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Have a quick tour of the gallery in your lunch hour. Discover artworks and decorative objects in our collections with links to Manchester.

Manchester tour: Painters inspired by the city

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Have a quick tour of the gallery in your lunch hour. Discover artworks and decorative objects in our collections with links to Manchester.

Audio described Manchester tour

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

A tour of the gallery with curators and audio description by Ann Hornsby.

Art bites

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join our monthly lunchtime discussion series focusing on artworks from our collections.

Art bites

Tue, 05 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join our monthly lunchtime discussion series focusing on artworks from our collections.

Art bites

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join our monthly lunchtime discussion series focusing on artworks from our collections.

Art history basics: Grand drama in the 1600s

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Get to grips with European art history in this talk with Nirvana Romell.

Art history basics: Old traditions in the 1800s

Sat, 09 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Get to grips with European art history in this talk with Nirvana Romell.

Art history basics: New beginnings in the 1800s

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Get to grips with European art history in this talk with Nirvana Romell.

Lunchtime drawing

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Get drawing in your lunch hour. Artist Julie Mosley will be on hand with ideas to help get you started.

Lunchtime drawing

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Get drawing in your lunch hour. Artist Julie Mosley will be on hand with ideas to help get you started.

Lunchtime drawing

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Get drawing in your lunch hour. Artist Julie Mosley will be on hand with ideas to help get you started.

Art weekend: An introduction to drawing and mark-making

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

A relaxed two day course for adults of all abilities, led by artists.

Art Bites

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join in with this relaxed lunchtime chat around two art works from our collections.

Lunchtime drawing

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join artist Julie Mosley in using the galleries as a starting point for your drawings.

Zaha Hadid Architects talk

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Patrik Schumacher talks about the installation created by Zaha Hadid Architects.

Discovery tour

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Special aspects of the collections picked by our Gallery Friends guides. Influences from Africa and Asia in early 20th century art.

Highlights tour in British Sign Language - All that glitters

Sat, 11 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

A themed tour of the gallery in British Sign Language. This tour will include references to glittering things as well as decorative art objects that glitter and sparkle.

Making conversation: Session Two

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Multi-sensory creative workshops for visually impaired and sighted people. We'll be exploring the Zaha Hadid exhibition with artist Naomi Kendrick. Try and join us for all three this week.

Making conversation: Session Three

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Multi-sensory creative workshops for visually impaired and sighted people. We'll be exploring the Zaha Hadid exhibition with artist Naomi Kendrick. Try and join us for all three this week.

Art weekend

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Relaxed two day course for adults of all abilities.

Art weekend

Sat, 25 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Relaxed two day course for adults of all abilities.

Art weekend: An introduction to working in paint

Fri, 08 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

A relaxed two day course for adults of all abilities, led by artists.

Art weekend: An introduction to textiles

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

A relaxed two day course for adults of all abilities, led by artists.

Workshop for young people

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Are you aged between 15-18 years? Create your own artworks at one of our artist-led workshops.

Workshop for young people

Mon, 25 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Are you aged between 15-18 years? Create your own artworks at one of our artist-led workshops.

Highlights tour

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 01 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 02 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 08 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 09 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 15 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 16 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 22 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 23 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 29 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 30 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Paul Morrison: Meet the artist

Wed, 20 May 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Meet the artist Paul Morrison and find out more about his work.

Highlights tour

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Sat, 13 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Highlights tour

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Discover the highlights of Manchester Art Gallery on this tour. A great introduction to the building, its history and some of our key artworks.

Curiosity tour

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

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

Curiosity tour

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

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

Angels of Anarchy Lecture: Women in Plural: Czech Surrealism's Women Artists

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for this series of lectures on surrealism by experts from across the UK.

Meet the artist - Led by Jennifer Collier

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ever wondered what an artist does? Where they get their inspiration? Come along to these special workshops and find out.

Curiosity tour

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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

Art Bites

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join in with this relaxed lunchtime chat around two art works from our collections.

Art weekend - using 'mixed media'

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Relaxed two day courses for adults of all abilities.

Art weekend - using 'mixed media'

Sat, 22 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Relaxed two day courses for adults of all abilities.

Angels of Anarchy Lecture Series

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Angles of Anarchy with Antony Penrose. TBC.

Art History Basics

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

What is modernism? Get to grips with the basic principles of Modernism from 1870's - 1960's and beyond in this monthly lecture series with Nirvana Romell.

Art weekend - create comics

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join artist Jim Medway in making comics and graphic art during this relaxed weekend for adults of all abilities.

Art weekend - create comics

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join artist Jim Medway in finding out about making graphic art and creating comics during this fantastic weekend for adults of all abilities.

Angels of Anarchy Lecture Series

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Angels of Anarchy lecture Series with Dr Alyce Mahon, University of Cambridge.

Angels of Anarchy Lecture Series

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Angels of Anarchy lecture series with Dr Patricia Allmer, MIRIAD, Manchester Metropolitan University

Talk by Jenny Uglow

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Don�t miss this fascinating talk on the relationship between writers and artists.

Art weekend - creative writing

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join Suzanne Batty in this relaxed weekend creative writing course. Saturday 17 October and Sunday 18 October, 11am - 4pm each day.

Art weekend - creative writing

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join writer Suzanne Batty in this relaxed creative writing weekend. Saturday 17 October and Sunday 18 October, 11am - 4pm each day.

Art History Basics

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

What is modernism? This month get to grips with the basic principles of post-impressionism from: Cezanne, Seurat, Van Gogh and Gauguin in this talk by Nirvana Romell.

Writing commission performance

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Poet and short story writer Suzanne Batty has been jointly commissioned by Manchester Literature Festival and Manchester Art Gallery to respond to the current Angels of Anarchy: Women Surrealist Artists exhibition.

Angels of Anarchy Lecture Series

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Angels of Anarchy lecture series with Dr Neil Matheson, University of Westminster.

Art bites

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join in with this relaxed lunchtime chat around two art works from our collections.

Lunchtime drawing

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join artist Julie Mosley in using the galleries as a starting point for your drawings.

Discovery tour

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

A tour focussing in on our 17th century Dutch paintings.

Gallery tour in British Sign Language

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

A themed tour of the gallery in British Sign Language.

Lunchtime drawing

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join artist Julie Mosley in using the galleries as a starting point for your drawings.

Discovery tour

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Eat, drink and be merry. Find out about special aspects of the collections as chosen by one of our Friends guides on the theme of food. In association with Manchester Food and Drink Festival.

Art bites

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join in with this relaxed lunchtime chat around two art works from our collections.

My ears

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make weird and wonderful listening devices and explore our giant sound playground. Use your listening devices to collect sounds around the gallery in our Wednesday sound snatcher challenge.

My space

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Create a mini den together and take it with you round the gallery, then let your imagination loose in our interactive sound playground.

My music

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make a sound sculpture to take home. Spend some time in our sound playground.

My ears

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make weird and wonderful listening devices and explore our giant sound playground. Use your listening devices to collect sounds around the gallery in our Wednesday sound snatcher challenge.

My space

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Create a mini den together and take it with you round the gallery, then let your imagination loose in our interactive sound playground.

My music

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make a sound sculpture to take home. Listen to music by the Royal Northern College of Music. Share some time in our sound playground.

My ears

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make weird and wonderful listening devices and explore our giant sound playground. Use your listening devices to collect sounds around the gallery in our Wednesday sound snatcher challenge.

My space

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Create a mini den together and take it with you round the gallery, then let your imagination loose in our interactive sound playground.

My music

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make a sound sculpture to take home. Listen to music by the Royal Northern College of Music. Share some time in our sound playground.

My ears

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make weird and wonderful listening devices and explore our giant sound playground. Use your listening devices to collect sounds around the gallery in our Wednesday sound snatcher challenge.

My space

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Create a mini den together and take it with you round the gallery, then let your imagination loose in our interactive sound playground.

My music

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make a sound sculpture to take home. Listen to music by the Royal Northern College of Music (every Friday in August). Spend some time in our sound playground.

My ears

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make weird and wonderful listening devices and explore our giant sound playground. Use your listening devices to collect sounds around the gallery in our Wednesday sound snatcher challenge

My space

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Create a mini den together and take it with you round the gallery, then let your imagination loose in our interactive sound playground.

My music

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Make a sound sculpture to take home. Listen to music by the Royal Northern College of Music. Spend some time in our sound playground.

Meet the artist

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Ever wondered what an artist does? Where they get their inspiration? Come along to these special workshops and find out.

Meet the artist

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Ever wondered what an artist does? Where they get their inspiration? Come along to these special workshops and find out.

Curiosity tour

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

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

Girls and boys puppet factory

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Are you sugar and spice and all things nice or slugs and snails and puppy dog tails?

Girls and boys puppet factory

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Are you sugar and spice and all things nice or slugs and snails and puppy dog tails?

Family Art Club

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Play games, be creative and get messy at our free family art club. Designed for you to play, create and enjoy as a family.

Family Art Club

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Play games, be creative and get messy at our free family art club. Designed for you to play, create and enjoy as a family.

Mini Family Art Club

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess! Activities designed especially for children aged 5 and under and their family. Spend quality, fun time with your little ones in a safe environment.

Mini Family Art Club

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess! Activities designed especially for children aged 5 and under and their family. Spend quality, fun time with your little ones in a safe environment.

Mini Family Art Club

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Make friends. Make noise. Make a mess! Activities designed especially for children aged 5 and under and their family. Spend quality, fun time with your little ones in a safe environment.

Meet the architects

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Partners from Zaha Hadid Architects discuss the installation and transformation of one of the gallery spaces.

An evening of Bach

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join Manchester Art Gallery Friends for an evening of Bach with soloists from the BBC Philharmonic.

Family art club

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Play games, be creative and get messy at our free family art club. Designed for you to play, create and enjoy art together as a family.

Meet the curator of The Sting of Passion

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Find out more about The Sting of Passion from the exhibition's curator Jo Bloxham.

Angels of Anarchy Lecture: Women Surrealists: Imagining / Imagining the Self

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for this series of lectures on surrealism by experts from across the UK.

Angels of Anarchy Lecture: Sphinx: Leonor Fini and Surrealism

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for this series of lectures on surrealism by experts from across the UK.

Angels of Anarchy Lecture: 'Womb Magic' and 'the Coral of the Mind': Eileen Agar's Surrealism

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join us for this series of lectures on surrealism by experts from across the UK.

Angels of Anarchy Lecture: Curator's Talk: Women Artists, Surrealism and Tradition

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join us for this series of lectures on surrealism by experts from across the UK.

Angels of Anarchy Lecture: Women Surrealists and the Politics of Eros

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join us for this series of lectures on surrealism by experts from across the UK.

Angels of Anarchy Lecture: The Lives of Lee Miller

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Join us for this series of lectures on surrealism by experts from across the UK.

Angels of Anarchy Tour

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Free weekend tours of the Angels of Anarchy exhibition.

Angels of Anarchy Tour

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Free weekend tours of the Angels of Anarchy exhibition.

Angels of Anarchy Tour

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Free weekend tours of the Angels of Anarchy exhibition.

Angels of Anarchy Tour

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Free weekend tours of the Angels of Anarchy exhibition.

Angels of Anarchy Tour

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Free weekend tours of the Angels of Anarchy exhibition.

Angels of Anarchy Tour

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Free weekend tours of the Angels of Anarchy exhibition.

Angels of Anarchy Tour

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Free weekend tours of the Angels of Anarchy exhibition.

An evening of Bach

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Highlights tour

Sat, 01 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Every weekend, join a Friends of Manchester Art Gallery guide for a free tour of the gallery.

Highlights tour

Sat, 19 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Every weekend, join a Friends of Manchester Art Gallery guide for a free tour of the gallery.

Art bites

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Join us on the first Wednesday of every month for a chat about art works on display.

Art bites

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Join us on the first Wednesday of every month for a chat about art works on display.

Art history basics: Modern MAG

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Join Nirvana Romell for the latest instalment of this art history talks series.

Focus tour: women in art

Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Join a Friends of Manchester Art Gallery guide for an in-focus look at themes from the collection.

Focus tour: women in art

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Join a Friends of Manchester Art Gallery guide for an in-focus look at themes from the collection.

Art weekend: drawing

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Take part in this two-day relaxed and creative weekend drawing workshop.

Art weekend: writing fiction

Fri, 07 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Take part in this two-day relaxed and creative writing weekend workshop.

Art weekend: photography

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Take part in this two-day relaxed and creative photography weekend workshop.

Holman's Home and Scapegoats

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Two complementary events inspired by the life and work of Holman Hunt.

Counter culture

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for music, making and meeting up hosted by our Creative Consultants.

Curator's talk: Facing East with David Thorp

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Guest curator of Facing East, David Thorp, joins us to talk about the exhibition.

Artist talk: Dorothy Bohm in conversation

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Dorothy Bohm discusses her life and work in conversation with her daughter and guest curator Monica Bohm-Duchen.

Happy Birthday Miffy!

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 23:00:00 GMT

This family friendly exhibition celebrates Miffy, the iconic bunny rabbit created by Dutch artist Dick Bruna. Now celebrating her 50th birthday, Miffy is a worldwide phenomenon loved by children, teenagers and nostalgic adults alike.

Salvaged: Restoring the Sirens and Ulysses

Sat, 18 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

See the results of the Gallery�s most ambitious conservation project ever.

Pae White: in no particular order

Fri, 30 Jun 2006 23:00:00 GMT

In no particular order is the first solo exhibition in the UK by California-based artist Pae White. Cascading waterfalls of multi-coloured paper, delicate wire bird cages suspended above pools of coloured light and 21st century tapestries create a stunning visual experience in the gallery.

Liam Spencer: From Manchester to Shanghai

Fri, 07 Jul 2006 23:00:00 GMT

From Manchester to Shanghai is a major retrospective of paintings by the popular Manchester artist Liam Spencer. As well as his most well known pictures of Manchester scenes, the exhibition also includes recent paintings of New York and Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing.

Ren� Burri: Retrospective 1950 - 2000

Fri, 22 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Swiss born Ren� Burri is one of the world's greatest living photographers. From his famous portraits of Che Guevara and Pablo Picasso to his iconic pictures of Sao Paolo and Brasilia, his work captures almost all the major political, historical and cultural events and key figures of the second half of the 20th century.

Georgina von Etzdorf: 25 years of sensuous textiles

Fri, 22 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

This exhibition celebrates 25 years of inspiring textiles by Georgina von Etzdorf, one the UK's most influential design labels.

Joe Colombo: Inventing the Future

Sat, 02 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Televisions that retract into the ceiling, pivoting walls with a built-in mini bar, underground �nuclear cities� � the work of the 1960s Italian designer Joe Colombo could easily have emerged from the set of a contemporary James Bond film. This is the first international retrospective of Colombo's influential work.

Button World

Thu, 22 Jun 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Button World is a positive treasure trove for children, and imaginations will surely run wild as they explore a kaleidoscope of thousands of buttons of all shapes, sizes, colours and materials.

Beyond the Page: Contemporary Art from Pakistan

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 23:00:00 GMT

Pakistan�s new miniature art movement is experiencing a spectacular revival around the world. Beyond the Page brings eight of the most prestigious artists trained in Pakistan to Manchester Art Gallery, as part of the Festival of Muslim Cultures 2006.

Art Treasures in Manchester 150 Years on: Community Exhibition

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A special exhibition celebrating the creativity of the communities of Manchester. Inspired by the Art Treasures exhibition.

Kylie - The Exhibition

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Don't miss your only chance to see Kylie � The Exhibition in the north of England.

Chien-Wei Chang: 21st Century Showcase

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Taiwanese metal artist Chien-Wei Chang is the latest designer and maker to be featured in the 21st Century Showcase in the Gallery of Craft and Design.

Sophie MacCorquodale: Waiting for the day

Sat, 20 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sophie MacCorquodale is the winner of the Crosby Manchester Art prize for 2005.

Alien Nation

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Laylah Ali, Hamad Butt, Ellen Gallagher & Edgar Cleijne, David Huffman, Hew Locke, Marepe, Henna Nadeem, Kori Newkirk, Yinka Shonibare MBE, Eric Wesley and Mario Ybarra Jr.

Being Here: Photography by Eight Groups in Manchester

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 23:00:00 GMT

This exhibition is the result of a photographic project commissioned by Look 07 working with eight groups and twelve artists. Each group presents what is distinctive about their experience of Manchester and has worked with photographic techniques from polaroids and pinhole cameras to digital media.

Art Treasures in Manchester: 150 years on

Fri, 05 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

This exhibition marks the 150th anniversary of Art Treasures of the United Kingdom, the largest ever art exhibition in the UK, held here in Manchester in 1857.

Artists in Schools

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 23:00:00 GMT

A celebration of the creativity of Manchester school children highlighting the gallery's Artists in Schools programme.

Paul Floyd Blake: Sport for Sport's Sake

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Paul Floyd Blake's striking photographic portraits show ordinary people involved in a variety of sports - from football to fell running - depicted against the backdrop of their chosen pursuit.

Jun Nguyen-Hatsushiba

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Jun Nguyen-Hatsushiba is one of the most exciting Asian artists to have emerged in recent years. This retrospective is his first major UK exhibition.

Deodorant Type: Sculptures by Gwon Osang

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Gwon Osang and Choe U-ram: Asia Triennial Manchester 08

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 23:00:00 GMT

See sculptures by contemporary Korean artists Gwon Osang and Choe U-ram at Manchester Art Gallery as part of Asia Triennial Manchester 08.

Green Drops and Moonsquirters: The Utterly Imaginative World of Lauren Child

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Join Charlie and Lola, Clarice Bean and friends in our interactive summer exhibition for under 7s and their families.

Holman Hunt and the Pre-Raphaelite Vision

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

This autumn Manchester Art Gallery stages the first international exhibition in over 40 years dedicated to the life and work of Pre-Raphaelite master William Holman Hunt.

Ten Drawings by Leonardo da Vinci from the Royal Collection

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This exhibition celebrates the 60th birthday of HRH The Prince of Wales. It's a rare chance to see ten of the Royal Collection's finest drawings by the Renaissance master Leonardo da Vinci (1452 - 1519).

The Beautiful Game: Highlights from the PFA's Art Collection

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 23:00:00 GMT

In celebration of the Professional Footballers' Association's centenary year, this is the first ever public exhibition of work from their art collection.

Held

Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discover multi-media sculpture, photography and animation based on the theme of well-being. The award-winning, arts-based mental health service, Start Manchester, part of Manchester Mental Health and Social Care Trust, has created this new exhibition especially for display at Manchester Art Gallery.

Pre-Raphaelite Works on Paper from the Collection

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 23:00:00 GMT

See a selection of our superb works on paper by some of the major Pre-Raphaelite artists. Highlights include drawings and watercolours by Rossetti, Burne-Jones, Madox Brown and Millais.

Paul Morrison

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Giant sunflowers and daisies tower over a ruined Greek temple and a country cottage. A menacing black sun (or moon) looms above. Could nature be out of control?

Press the * then say Hello

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dinu Li's beautiful photographic portraits depict residents from Manchester's many different communities using call centres to keep in touch with their friends and relatives abroad.

Family Art Club Showcase

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

See artworks produced at the gallery's family art clubs and inspired by our collections. Look out for them around the galleries, on display next to the original works.

JS Bach / Zaha Hadid Architects

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

A major new commission by Manchester International Festival with Manchester Art Gallery. Bach's sublime solo works for piano, violin and cello will be performed in a unique environment created by Zaha Hadid Architects.

Angels of Anarchy: Women Artists and Surrealism

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Andrew Bracey: Animalation

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

See a selection of flip-book inspired animations by Manchester-based artist Andrew Bracey in this new exhibition.

Visual Dialogues

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Look out for Marc Quinn's sculpture No Visible Means of Escape IV (1996) on loan from Tate and on display in our Victorian Galleries as part of the Visual Dialogues programme.

The Sting of Passion

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Twelve international jewellery designers present new commissions in response to our Pre-Raphaelite painting collection.

Visual Dialogues: Disasters of War

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT

See the Chapman Brothers' gruesome sculpture Disasters of War alongside the Goya etchings that inspired it.

Facing East: Recent Works from China, India and Japan from the Frank Cohen Collection

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Prepare to be amazed by ten rarely-shown works by current and future global art stars from China, India and Japan. Facing East is a�wondrous exhibition�featuring�outstanding contemporary paintings and sculptures drawn from one of the largest and most important, privately held contemporary art collections in the UK today.

A World Observed 1940 - 2010: Photographs by Dorothy Bohm

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT

This is the first comprehensive retrospective tracing one exceptional woman's career across six decades and several continents.

Women Like You

Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Charlotte Newson�s photo-mosaic portrait of Manchester suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst is formed from thousands of images of other inspirational women, supplied by people around the world.

Quarantine: The Soldier's Song

Fri, 14 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT

You�re invited to sing a karaoke duet with a soldier. This quietly provocative installation was made by the Manchester-based Quarantine theatre company over an 18 month period with currently serving soldiers.

Design for Life

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lighting created by young people from across Manchester together with lighting designer Daniel Davis James.

We Came, We Saw, We Ventured

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Drawing, textiles and mixed-media artworks inspired by the gallery and our collections, created by people with learning disabilities.