URBIS, Manchester
Cathedral Gardens
Manchester
M4 3BG
England
Website
General
Learning Department
Telephone
General
0161 605 8200
Learning Department
0161 605 8228
Fax
0161 605 8201
Urbis is an exhibition centre about city life. On your visit you can explore temporary exhibitions about contemporary art & design, urban gardening, the city environment and the people who make our cities what they are.
There is so much on at Urbis this year, it will leave you wanting to come back for more. You don't have to cram it all into one visit, take your time, everything's free. Make the most of your visit by relaxing in our cafe 'The Social' or sipping a delicious cocktail in 'The Modern' our new bar and restaurant. We will still be here when you come back!
Venue type
Museum
Additional info
Also at URBIS:
Learning
The new Urbis Learning programme is designed to appeal to educators of children at both primary and secondary level, with some workshops appropriate for post-16 learners.
The core focus at Urbis is now Manchester, Media and Citizenship and these three strands are at the heart of each aspect of the new learning provision.
Please feel free to call us on 0161 605 8205 or email learning@urbis.org.uk, as we can tailor our workshops to meet specific requests.
We guarantee to engage learners of all ages in this exciting new educational programme.
Family Activities
Urbis Learning runs a range of fun family activities on Saturdays and Sundays, school holidays and bank holidays for young people of all ages.
Whether its taking part in one of our family events or getting stuck into our hands-on workshops, these activities are a great addition to a family day out in Manchester.
Corporate Events
Meet. Dine.Exhibit.Celebrate
Make first impressions count with Urbis Corporate Hire
With stunning glass architecture rising 35m over the Manchester skyline, Urbis gives you the chance to make dramatic first impressions. Whether you are discussing or dining, Urbis provides a stunning backdrop at the heart of the city and is the ideal environment to inspire creative minds.
From breakfast meetings and product launches to conferences and lavish cocktail parties Urbis is the place to exceed your clients' expectations.
With their impeccable eye for detail, our knowledgeable conference team will look after your every need to design a truly inspirational meeting, launch or celebration personalised to you.
The Modern at Urbis
The Modern bar and restaurant is a sleek new drinking and dining concept that opened early December 2007. Located on levels 5 & 6 of Urbis the venue offers the ultimate drinking and dining experience with the added attraction of stunning panoramic views across the city.
The exemplary menu includes dishes such as: Pressed Terrine of Cheshire Pheasant, Roast Glen Fyne Venison and Roasted Scottish Monkfish and Pre-theatre and special lunchtime menus are also available. The bar also serves food as classic cocktails and is a space that transforms from a casual, comfortable daytime venue to a sophisticated, decadent destination
Open Mon-Sun 12pm-3pm & 5pm-11pm
The Social at Urbis
Open daily 10am to 6pm
The Social is our stylish cafe bar, with a tasty menu and distinctive atmosphere for a drink after work
Whether you prefer Moroccan tabouleh and lamb kebab salad or traditional battered fish & chips, or if you're feeling social, one of our new platters to share, we have tastes to cater for every palate.
Why not pop down after work for a social drink, or to sample our appetising menu which we recommend you try with one of ourinternational beers.
Check www.urbis.org.uk for details
Open until late for special events.
Parking is available for disabled visitors adjacent to Urbis in the Todd Street lay-by.
Christmas Opening Times
Urbis will be open as usual during the Christmas period, except for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.
Cathedral Gardens
Manchester
M4 3BG
England
Website
General
Learning Department
Telephone
General
0161 605 8200
Learning Department
0161 605 8228
Fax
0161 605 8201
Collection details
Architecture, Design, Social History, World Cultures
Cathedral Gardens
Manchester
M4 3BG
England
Website
General
Learning Department
Telephone
General
0161 605 8200
Learning Department
0161 605 8228
Fax
0161 605 8201
Reality Hack Hidden Manchester: Exhibition at Urbis, Manchester
A series of newly commissioned works from experimental photographer, Andrew Paul Brooks, documenting his journeys with Manchester's official and unofficial custodians of the hidden city to reveal its concealed, restricted and sometimes forgotten spaces.
Presented as highly complex large-scale photographs the exhibition promises to show these concealed, restricted and sometimes forgotten spaces as you've never seen them before.
Following remarkable public and critical acclaim for the incredible images on show, the Reality Hack exhibition is extended until July 2009. Make sure you get chance to see Andrew Brooks’ exquisite large scale photographs whilst still on display
Suitable for
- All ages
When
10am-6pm
Where
Urbis Manchester, Level 3
Admission
Free
Baby Boom
Join the hippest babies in town at Baby Boom, every Tuesday at Urbis. There's lots of play activities, a great scribble zone and free introduction to Urbis exhibitions. Little ones and their adults are very welcome.
Urbis is free.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Especially for children
When
10am-12pm
Where
Urbis
Admission
Baby Boom is free. It occurs every Tuesday. There is no need to book, however, if you are bringing a large group it may be worth letting us know on: learning@urbis.org.uk.
State of the Art: New York exhibition at Urbis, Manchester
State of the Art: New York
A chance to see the very latest contemporary art coming out of one of the world’s most exciting cities – New York – the capital of the contemporary art scene and hot-bed of cultural creativity. With contributions from16 artists (including four new commissions) the exhibition features painting, performance, video and installation. Political and social satire abound, with highlights including Manchester’s statue of Abraham Lincoln dressed as a Hip Hop Fan (Leon Reid IV) an autobiographical installation fusing rock ballads, video, sculpture and drawing (Matthew Lutz-Kinoy) and an animated take-off of the recent US presidential election process (Kenneth Tin-Kin Hung)
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
10am-6pm
Where
Level 2, Urbis, Manchester
Admission
Free
Videogame Nation: Urbis, Manchester
This exhibition charts the meteoric rise of videogaming. Once the sacred realm of the bedroom programmer, it has grown into a multi-billion pound industry which spans more than 30 years of games and consoles. From the British-made ZX Spectrum to the Nintendo DSi, discover and play old favourites and forgotten gems such as Jet Set Willy, Manic Miner and Sensible World of Soccer. Explore Lara Croft's worlds in Tomb Raider and understand why Grand Theft Auto has become one of entertainment's biggest British exports. Explore different gaming environments from the arcade game and sporting arena to interconnected multi-player games and virtual worlds. The exhibition also examines the cultural i
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Especially for children
- All ages
When
10am-6pm
Where
Level 1, Urbis, Manchester
Admission
£3, no need to book
Cathedral Gardens
Manchester
M4 3BG
England
Website
General
Learning Department
Telephone
General
0161 605 8200
Learning Department
0161 605 8228
Fax
0161 605 8201
Family Fun at Urbis
There's something going on at Urbis every weekend and throughout all the school holidays. Activities include t-shirt design, junk modelling and Easter themed fun! Please just drop us a line and we'll gladly let you know what's on offer at the moment: learning@urbis.org.uk.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Especially for children
- All ages
When
12-3pm
Where
Urbis
Admission
Activities range in cost from free - 3 pounds. Booking is optional. Please just drop us a line and we'll gladly let you know what's on offer at the moment: learning@urbis.org.uk.
Cathedral Gardens
Manchester
M4 3BG
England
Website
General
Learning Department
Telephone
General
0161 605 8200
Learning Department
0161 605 8228
Fax
0161 605 8201
Cathedral Gardens
Manchester
M4 3BG
England
Website
General
Learning Department
Telephone
General
0161 605 8200
Learning Department
0161 605 8228
Fax
0161 605 8201



