Exhibitions
Discover the latest exhibitions and collection displays now on and coming soon at the Whitworth.
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Santiago Yahuarcani: The Beginning of Knowledge
The first international solo exhibition of works by Santiago Yahuarcani – artist, Indigenous activist and leader of the Aimeni (White Heron) clan of the Uitoto people.
4 July 2025 – 4 January 2026
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Małgorzata Mirga-Tas
The Whitworth is proud to present the work of celebrated Roma-Polish artist Małgorzata Mirga-Tas to audiences in Manchester. Mirga-Tas creates narrative-rich works using textiles and fabric, producing vibrant, large-scale panels that transform perceptions of Romany culture and history.
11 April – 7 September 2025
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Turner: In Light and Shade
Marking the 250th anniversary of the artist's birth, this exhibition explores J.M.W Turner's lesser-known landscape prints.7 February – 2 November 2025
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Everyday Art School
A space to reconnect art with our day-to-day lives through projects, displays, ideas and play.Ongoing
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Exchanges
Discover recent acquisitions alongside our existing collection works – reflecting on the history of the gallery's collection and our vision for its future.Until autumn 2025
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Anya Gallaccio
A permanent commission in Whitworth Park by artist Anya Gallaccio, exploring themes of loss, memory and physical presence across both nature and architecture.Read more
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Recoverist Curators
A co-curated exhibition exploring the Whitworth's collection through the lens of recovery – in partnership with visual arts charity Portraits of Recovery.25 July 2025 – June 2026
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Yuki Kihara: Darwin in Paradise Camp
A visually stunning exhibition centring Indigenous, queer worlds by Japanese-Sāmoan artist Yuki Kihara.
Opens 3 October 2025 – 1 March 2026
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