• The Whitworth is proudly part of The University of Manchester, operating as a convening space between the University and the people of the city.
  • The Whitworth in Manchester - one of the highlights of 11 Best Museums and Galleries in Manchester (Read all about Manchester here).
  • The Whitworth is a public art gallery founded in 1889, as the first English gallery in a park. It became part of the University of Manchester in 1958.
  • Making up part of the University of Manchester, the Whitworth was founded in 1889 as the first English gallery in a park.
  • The Whitworth was named the UK’s Museum of the Year in 2015 following a stunning £17m transformation, which saw the gallery double in size.
  • One of Manchester’s must-see attractions, the Whitworth offers artwork from some of the world’s most respected artists alongside regularly changing exhibitions.
  • The Whitworth in Manchester detailed information guide, opening times, reviews and directions for your visit | Picniq.
  • Yet although the Whitworth is about to open a new chapter in its history, the organisation itself has a much broader story to tell.
  • MUMA won the competition to extend the Whitworth in the face of strong competition – 138 other practices from all over the world.