
Launched in 2005 as a venture by the Royal Society of Arts. Holds a series of completely interactive lectures and debates.
The Friends of the Whitworth Art Gallery is a lively group of people who have chosen to get more involved with the Gallery and its work. The Friends organise a full programme of events to complement the Gallery's exhibitions, as well as visits to other venues and abroad. For more information see the Events Pages.
Founded in 1806 as a Newsroom and Library. It is housed in a Grade II* listed building in the centre of the city.

