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Imperial War Museum North

Imperial War Museum North

The Quays, Trafford Wharf Road Manchester, North West M17 1TZ

t : view phone0161 836 4000

w : iwm.org.uk/north

e : iwmnorth@iwm.org.uk

Description

The multi-award winning Imperial War Museum North is a great free day out for all the family. Designed by world-renowned architect Daniel Libeskind to represent a globe shattered by conflict. it reveals how war shapes lives through powerful exhibitions, the Big Picture (a 360 degree light and sound show), tours, object handling sessions, and family activities all available daily. Visit the cafe, shop and viewing platform offering views over The Quays.

Winner: Large Visitor Attraction, North West Tourism Awards 2009

One of the top 10 Buildings of the last century, 2008 Rough Guide to England

Hours of work

Open Daily 10am - 6pm, closes 5pm Nov - Feb. Closed 24, 25, 26 Dec

Directions

The Museum is located at The Quays - Greater Manchester's unique waterfront destination.

 
Imperial War Museum North

Living with the Wall: Berlin 1961 - 1989

Exhibition: 12 September - 21 March, 2010

Private View: , 10:00 am - 06:00 pm

w: http://iwm.org.uk/north




Shaped by War: Photographs by Don McCullin

Exhibition: 6 February - 13 June, 2010

Private View: , 10:00 am - 06:00 pm

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