Imperial War Museum North, Military museum in Trafford, England
The Imperial War Museum North features three interconnected sections representing air, earth, and water, displaying military artifacts and historical exhibitions spanning multiple conflicts.
The museum opened in 2002 on a former industrial site that experienced heavy bombardment during the Manchester Blitz of 1940.
The main exhibition space presents chronological displays, photographs, and personal accounts that document the effects of warfare on society through different periods.
Visitors can reach the museum via the Metrolink tram service from central Manchester, with stations on both the Eccles and Trafford Centre lines.
The museum building incorporates a 360-degree digital projection system that displays wartime footage and stories across the interior walls throughout the day.
Location: Trafford
Inception: July 5, 2002
Architects: Daniel Libeskind
Official opening: July 5, 2002
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Part of: Imperial War Museums
Address: The Quays, Trafford Wharf Road, Manchester M17 1TZ
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-17:00
Website: https://iwm.org.uk/visits/iwm-north
GPS coordinates: 53.46970,-2.29889
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:42
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