Whitworth Art Gallery

The Whitworth is an art museum in Manchester that houses over 60,000 artworks across multiple exhibition spaces. The building connects to the surrounding parkland through glass-walled extensions and walkways, blending interior galleries with outdoor areas.

Robert Dukinfield Darbishire founded the institution in 1889 as The Whitworth Institute and Park, with the first building completed in 1908. From its beginning, the place was designed to combine an art collection with a public park.

The collection displays works by British and international artists that reflect different artistic movements through time. Visitors can see how styles have evolved from one era to another, offering a window into changing tastes and artistic conversations across centuries.

The museum is located near Manchester's city center and is easy to reach. Admission is free, and there is a cafe overlooking the park plus exhibition rooms and a study area for visitors.

A 15 million pound renovation in 2015 doubled the exhibition space and created an art garden. This major upgrade transformed how visitors experience the building by making it far more open and inviting.

Location: Manchester

Inception: 1889

Founders: Robert Dukinfield Darbishire

Address: University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester M15 6ER

Phone: +441612757450

Website: http://whitworth.manchester.ac.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.46030,-2.22944

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46