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Whitworth Art Gallery
The University of Manchester
Oxford Road

Manchester
Greater Manchester

M15 6ER
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The Whitworth Art Gallery holds an outstanding collection of contemporary and historical art and design, including sculpture, paintings, prints, drawings, textiles and wallpapers. The gallery uses this collection to create changing exhibitions on a range of themes, as well as hosting a number of visiting exhibitions. Curators regularly rotate the artworks on display in the galleries and provide access to reserve collections, especially for study purposes. A range of tours, lectures, practical workshops and concerts accompany the exhibition programme. The Whitworth Art Gallery has been part of the University of Manchester since 1958.

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Nearest UK Airport: Manchester
Months Open: All Year
Closed Good Friday & Christmas Week
Groups/Parties Welcome: Yes
Car Parking: Yes - Limited
Conference Facilities: Yes
Admission Price: Free
Gift Shop: Yes
Catering: Café - light lunches, drinks, freshly baked cakes

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