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September 16, 2016
It's a whole year since Guy Garvey helped us launch 'Library Lovers', our membership scheme which enables people to support a wide range of cultural and educational activity at Central Library in return for exclusive benefits such as special events, previews, behind the scenes...
July 21, 2016
We were delighted to host a special Summer Drinks evening in the unique and beautiful surroundings of the Wolfson Reading Room, with enchanting music from Manchester Camerata. Thank you to our supporters, partners and Library Lovers, who were able to join us, share in our...
June 29, 2016
The fifth Library and Oglesby Trusts funded Sunday Funday on 17 April 2016 was themed on the fascinating ‘Enduring Eye’ exhibition. It offered a whole host of expedition inspired events for all ages. Family-friendly events on the day included arts and crafts activities,...
September 18, 2015
Sunday open day at Manchester Central LibraryPictured BBC 6 broadcast live from the library presenter and rock star Guy Garvey Elbow lead singer Guy Garvey has helped launch a new fundraising initiative for Manchester Central Library Development Trust. The membership...
June 8, 2015
The Development Trust is proud to be supporting Central Library's 2nd Sunday Funday on 14 June. This has been made possible through a generous grant from the Oglesby Charitable...
March 31, 2015
On 22 March, Manchester Central Library's doors were thrown open for a special “Sunday Funday” of creative activities, live music and tours of the historic building. The past was brought to life with characters from Shakespearean times and World War I, while tiny readers...
March 4, 2015
The Development Trust is proud to support Central Library's first Sunday Funday on 22 March, 12-4pm. Join us for an afternoon of free family entertainment and help us celebrate our first year since re-opening! Central Library will open for this special occasion with a range...
March 24, 2014
Central Library re-opened to the public on Saturday 22 March 2014 to over 5,000 excited and enthusiastic visitors. The building's historic features have been sensitively and carefully restored, bringing the building up to 21st century standards, fit for a world class city. This...
November 7, 2013
Archives+ is an exciting, purpose-built showcase and repository for the region’s archives and family history opening at Manchester Central Library in spring 2014. The Archives+ partnership will build on the demand for accessible community history and personal heritage. This...
September 1, 2012
A time capsule competition encouraged Manchester primary school pupils to share the reasons why they love the city - with a chance to become part of it for posterity. Pupils aged 7 to 11 in schools from across the city were invited to say what they love most about Manchester and...