The Whitworth is part of the University of Manchester. It is home to some of the UK's finest collections of art and design including modern and historic fine …
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Mar 7, 2025
My friend and I paid this place a visit whilst in Manchester. It was half term so packed with children, which meant it wasn’t a super peaceful visit, but I guess that’s only to be expected. Some real…Full review by skyfluff1
Jan 25, 2025
The Whitworth is located in the south of Manchester close to the Royal Infirmary and the university. It’s just over a mile on foot from Oxford Road station. The museum is housed in a modern buildin…Full review by The_Coach55
Dec 8, 2024
Great gallery with temporary exhibitions from leading artists. Building is beautiful and staff lovely but catering disappointing again, tables not being cleared, food on the floor, slow, people comp…Full review by Daydream63920257563
Where can I find a floorplan which tells me what is on display? Can't find one on the website. 'Search the collection' doesn't reveal what's on display and what isn't. I'll have 2 hours free in Manchester and want to see 18th & 19th century British art. The Whitworth reputedly has a lot, but is it on the walls? Reviews suggest not.
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Currently a display of prints. Some wallpaper. Some Islamic textiles. No 18th 19th C painting and a floor plan is available on the front desk as yoiu go in.
The gallery is named after Sir Joseph Whitworth, 1st Baronet (21 December 1803 – 22 January 1887). At his death in 1887, he bequeathed much of his fortune for the people of …
The gallery is named after Sir Joseph Whitworth, 1st Baronet (21 December 1803 – 22 January 1887). At his death in 1887, he bequeathed much of his fortune for the people of Manchester, with the Whitworth Art Gallery partly funded by Whitworth's money.
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