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Radical Thinking

Throughout Manchester’s history, its people have taken a stand against injustice and prejudice.
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Communities

Some people are born here, some people come here to live. Every one of them shapes our city.
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What is Archives+?

Archives+ offers an exciting City Centre showcase and repository for archives and family history. Situated in the magnificent Manchester Central Library, this purpose-built centre brings together a partnership of amazing regional and national

collections of documents, photographs and films, and helps to satisfy a growing demand for accessible community history and personal heritage. It is easier than ever before for you to find what you’re looking for under one roof!

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What's On

Free Make Do and Mend Sewing Workshop

Learn how to alter your clothes and give them a vintage twist using sewing machines. Suitable for complete beginners or more advanced sewers aged between 13 and 25.
17.05.14
Pop up Archive Activities

Drop in to try your hand at writing with dip ink pens or lots of other fun activities.
14.04.14
Saturday Spectacular!

Spring in to Central Library for a selection of English Country Garden crafts.
26.04.14

What's New

Archives+ Inaugural Photography Competition

Give us your best shot of Manchester as you see it, captured with your phone, tablet or camera.
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LGBT Young Writers Prize

We’re excited to announce that we are sponsoring the Young Enigma Allan Horsfall Prize for LGBT+ Young Writers in Greater Manchester.
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Looking forward to meeting you…

MLFHS Help Desk volunteers getting up to speed.
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