Manchester Museum has attracted more than 50,000 visitors in the first week after their reopening, following its £15 million transformation People have been seen queuing to get into the museum since its opening
The revamped museum opened on 18 February and is presenting new exciting co-curated galleries including the South Asia Gallery, the UK’s first permanent space dedicated to the lived experience of the South Asian community; a new Chinese Culture Gallery; a Belonging Gallery reflecting on what it means to belong; and Golden Mummies of Egypt, an exciting exhibition offering visitors unparalleled access to the Museum’s world-leading Egyptology collection.
The Museum has also just announced its Spring programme which includes a celebration of British Science Week on 15 March; activities for families including a focus on Earth Day on 22 – 23 April; a thought-provoking lecture addressing the dilemmas facing museums in the 21st century delivered by Professor of Public History, David Olusoga OBE; as well as Museum Celebrates, focused on showcasing the incredible diversity of Manchester with festivals, carnivals and religious celebrations.
It has also launched the “Museum lates”, giving visitors the opportunity to experience the galleries after hours and attend film screenings and other activities.
