Manchester Museum

Manchester Museum

The Manchester Museum is a family friendly museum that has loads of really intresting things to see and do. It’s located on Oxford road in Manchester.

History

The origins of Manchester Museum dates back to the year 1821. During this time it was collaborated with the Manchester Society for the Promotion of Natural History. It wasn’t until 1835 where a collection was made viewable at Peter Street.

As time went on there were other collaborations that were done such as, Manchester Geological Society, showing off a variety of collections. In addition, the venue had closed in 2021 for renovation before reopening in 2023

Whats on at the Museum

The Manchester museum has loads of interesting things to look at/to do and amazing opportunities to look back at the history over the decades.

• beautiful galleries and spaces 
• events and exhibitions 
• Gift shop 
• Cafe 
• School and colleges trips information 
• Prayer room 

Accessibility 

• Quiet room for people that need some space or what to reflect
• lockers and buggies
• therapy dog
• blind and visible impairments
• captions and BSL interpretation are available from individuals for people that may be deaf
• wheelchairs, walking frame, seat and breaks are available at the reception desk just ask the staff.
• Access to all floors in the building via the lift and ramp entrance for wheelchair users
• Accessible parking spots are at the side of the museum in bridge street
• Fully accessible toilets with changing stations and equipment  for individuals that may need help ,gender toilets, woman’s and mens toilets, also a family pack is available which includes baby wipes, bags and nappies.
• Neurodiversity – Quiet time,  communication cards, special educational needs and disabilities are all available Here is more accessibility information

• Opening times may differ depending on the days and holidays. Public transport is available as the museum is on a major bus route, here is more information on this 
• The museum is free to get in to but for events or exhibitions then you can book the tickets online

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