What’s on at Salford Museum & Art Gallery

There’s always something to discover at Salford Museum & Art Gallery. Explore our exciting programme of exhibitions, events, activities and special experiences, with something for visitors of all ages to enjoy.

Explore what’s on and discover something new at Salford Museum & Art Gallery.

Craft Social: Lego Printing

Back by popular demand – Lego Printing! Learn how to make art prints using Lego bricks for the design. A playful session that everyone loves, great for those who want...

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14-10 Feb-Jan

Exhibition No booking required

Your Salford 100

Salford Museum & Art Gallery invited 100 groups and individuals from across Salford to help create an exhibition marking the city’s centenary in 2026.

FREE Event

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11-1 Jul-Nov

Exhibition No booking required

Dolls Houses by Be Creative

Based at the Energise Centre in Salford, the Be Creative community group have been busy building intricate dolls houses.

FREE Event

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29-7 Aug-Feb

Exhibition No booking required

The Theatrics of Nature: Jessica Brodigan

Jessica Brodigan (b. 2001, Manchester, UK) is a painter exploring parallel spaces and figures as vehicles to explore memory, identity and vulnerability.

FREE Event

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19-29 Sep-Nov

Exhibition No booking required

The Open [5]

The Open is back for 2026! Celebrating the work of artists any age living, working, studying or were born in Salford.

FREE Event

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7 Oct

Tour

Historical Tours

Join one of our knowledgeable team for a tour of Salford Museum and Art Gallery.

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8 Oct

Event

Local History Library Visit

We ask visitors to our library to book ahead of their visit.

FREE Event

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9 Oct

Event

Local History Library Visit

We ask visitors to our library to book ahead of their visit.

FREE Event

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15 Oct

Event

Local History Library Visit

We ask visitors to our library to book ahead of their visit.

FREE Event

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16 Oct

Event

Local History Library Visit

We ask visitors to our library to book ahead of their visit.

FREE Event

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Discover Salford Museum & Art Gallery through a fresh perspective with the START Trail!

This community guide has been created by members of START, a local mental health charity that champions creativity as a way to enhance wellbeing. It’s designed for adults looking to pause, unwind, and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Simply pick up a pencil case and a clip board from reception, then head to our beautiful Victorian Gallery and let your creativity flow.

Available during the museum opening hours when the galleries are open: