Permanent Galleries

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The Sirens and Ulysses by William Etty, 1837
See the restoration of a masterpiece as William Etty’s The Sirens and Ulysses is prepared for display in our most ambitious conservation project ever.

Historic Galleries

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Discover works by some of our greatest artists, from the romance of Turner to the sumptuous colours of the Pre-Raphaelites. 

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Modern Galleries

Young girl and mother in the modern and contemporary galleries
Explore the artistic developments of the 20th century and beyond, from LS Lowry to David Hockney and  Terence Conran. 
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Gallery of Craft and Design

Glass displays in the Gallery of Craft and Design
Don't miss this spectacular showcase for our craft and design collection, housed in a restored Victorian theatre.

CIS Manchester Gallery

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Discover Manchester's creative past and present. from the textile industry to today's thriving art and design scene.

Gallery announcements

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What's new, what's changed, what's coming soon. Check here for news of changes to the displays.