People's Museum Manchester

People's History Museum

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People’s History Museum is the national museum of democracy, telling the story of its development in Britain: past, present, and future. Explore the …

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Mar 28, 2025
Interesting museum, of slavery, unions etc few interactive things to do, but not sure if our 5 year old grandaughter enjoyed.Full review by Linda L
Mar 15, 2025
This museum was well above the usual standard. We appreciated the interesting artefacts and beautiful banners and also the links to current issues and concerns. The areas for children were also well …Full review by Sightseer10641657214
Feb 12, 2025
My second visit to this excellent museum. anyone interested in the social and political history of the UK should have this on their list of museums to visit. Free entrance and understated, quiet layo…Full review by Joe D
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The displays and exhibitions at the People's History Museum reconstruct the lives of ordinary people over the past 200 years. The journey t…
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The People's History Museum (formerly the National Museum of Labour History until 2001) in Manchester, England is the United Kingdo…
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The People's History Museum in Manchester, originally known as the National Museum of Labour History until 2001, serves as the UK's …
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Facts

Located:Left Bank, Manchester, M3 3ER, United Kingdom
Architect:Henry Price
Type:History museum

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Are dogs permitted in museum?
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I’m not sure, you can ring up first. As there’s lots of artefacts displays are on the low levels, a dog might not be appropriate.
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Is this museum dog friendly?
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I have had a look at their website and I cannot see dogs mentioned anywhere, so I presume that they aren't dog friendly, with the possible exception of guide dogs. Get in touch …
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I have had a look at their website and I cannot see dogs mentioned anywhere, so I presume that they aren't dog friendly, with the possible exception of guide dogs. Get in touch with them for a definitive answer.
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Answer by David A · Oct 8, 2022
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Is it free?
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If you haven't been yet - it is free but a donation is suggested.
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How far is it from Portland street. Is it walking distance or on a tram route maybe
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It is hard to find. I walked up and down streets. It is near the courts and the bridge over the canal. Corner Bridge St and Left Bank. It’s very confusing because of so much building …
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It is hard to find. I walked up and down streets. It is near the courts and the bridge over the canal. Corner Bridge St and Left Bank. It’s very confusing because of so much building work and badly sign posted.
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Hi. Cca how much it takes to visit it?
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A couple of hours as there is so much to see and experience.
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