What's on
Find out what events are taking place at the John Rylands Research Institute and Library. All of our events are free to attend.
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Activating Archives and Collections for Local and Societal Impact
11 March 2026, 12.30pm-2.30pm
Join us for an informal research café exploring the ways in which archives and collections can generate social value. Libraries, galleries, and museums hold archives and collectio.. -
Printing Press Demonstration
11 March 2026, 11.30am-12pm
We showcase the use of our antique and fully functional Colombian printing press. Based on the collections, the prints are free to take home after the demonstration. The John Rylan.. -
Rare Reads
11 March 2026, 10.40am-11.20am
During our Rare Reads facsimile encounters we share beautifully accurate copies of some of our most famous objects. The incredibly rare special collections housed within The John R.. -
Rare Reads
11 March 2026, 2.10pm-2.50pm
During our Rare Reads facsimile encounters we share beautifully accurate copies of some of our most famous objects. The incredibly rare special collections housed within The John R.. -
Rare Reads
11 March 2026, 2.10pm-2.50pm
During our Rare Reads facsimile encounters we share beautifully accurate copies of some of our most famous objects. The incredibly rare special collections housed within The John R.. -
Rylands Discovery Tour
11 March 2026, 3pm-3.30pm
During our Rylands Discovery Tours our staff will travel with you through the library spaces and share the fascinating history of the founding of the library, the breadth of the ra.. -
Peterloo and Aftermath: Collections Encounter
12 March 2026, 2.10pm-3.20pm
Visit the John Rylands Library and see collections relating to the Peterloo Massacre and Aftermath. This is a rare opportunity to view The Peterloo Relief Fund account book contain.. -
Printing Press Demonstration
12 March 2026, 11.30am-12pm
We showcase the use of our antique and fully functional Colombian printing press. Based on the collections, the prints are free to take home after the demonstration. The John Rylan.. -
Rare Reads
12 March 2026, 10.40am-11.20am
During our Rare Reads facsimile encounters we share beautifully accurate copies of some of our most famous objects. The incredibly rare special collections housed within The John R.. -
Rylands Discovery Tour
12 March 2026, 3pm-3.30pm
During our Rylands Discovery Tours our staff will travel with you through the library spaces and share the fascinating history of the founding of the library, the breadth of the ra..