19th Century Now!
This event celebrates Man Met’s 19th Century roots in art and design education, and the transformative impact 19th Century ideas.
14th – 15th November 2024
Part of Manchester Metropolitan University’s 200th celebrations, this 2-day event highlights the continuing relevance of the 19th century today.
With talks, films and performances by individuals and groups who – influenced by the 19th century – are doing innovative work to support culture and communities today, the aim is to encourage conversations and inspire future projects. A range of international speakers will share their thoughts, insights and experiences to provide memorable and lively discussions.
Day one presents a morning session is for archivists, curators and librarians working with 19th century collections. The afternoon is open to all and focuses on contemporary study of and innovations with collections and a performance of John Ruskin’s The Stormcloud of the Nineteenth Century.
The second day will host sessions themed around Community Arts, Education and Economics and includes a free lunch.
This event has been organised by Manchester Metropolitan University’s Special Collections Museum and the English Dept’s Long Nineteenth Century Network, with generous support of the university’s Arts and Humanities Engagement And Dialogue, as well as the Arts and Humanities Research Council/Research Libraries UK and Ruskin’s The Guild of St George.
Booking live in early October
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