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Manchester Art Gallery
Arts, Culture & Heritage

Manchester Art Gallery

Mosley Street Manchester M2 3JL
🕐Tue-Sun: 10:00 - 17:00

About

Manchester Art Gallery is a world-class institution located in the heart of the city, housed in a magnificent Grade I listed building. Founded in 1823, it is home to an extraordinary collection of over 25,000 objects, including a world-renowned gallery of Pre-Raphaelite paintings. The gallery is celebrated for its commitment to social justice and community engagement, often using its historic collections to provoke conversation about contemporary issues. With its beautiful architecture and thought-provoking exhibitions, it serves as a central social and cultural meeting place for residents and visitors alike.

Location

Mosley Street Manchester M2 3JL
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Getting here

St Peter''s Square
2 min
NCP Manchester Central

About Manchester

Manchester is one of England's great cities — a powerhouse of industrial innovation, music, sport and culture. From the Haçienda to the Hallé Orchestra, it has shaped British culture for over two centuries.

  • Greater Manchester
  • ~550,000 residents
  • Birthplace of the Industrial Revolution
  • Music and sport capital