Events and exhibitions
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Collections Gallery
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The Forgotten Library: Enriqueta Rylands and her books
Explore Enriqueta Rylands' personal book collection.
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Printing Press Demonstration
30 September 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
30 September 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
30 September 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
30 September 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.. -
Reading Round at The John Rylands Library
1 October 2026, 5.30pm-7pm
Inspired by The Forgotten Library exhibition and Enriqueta Rylands' lifelong devotion to books and learning, we invite you to join a Reading Round in partnership with the Royal Lit.. -
Curator Tour: The Forgotten Library
7 October 2026, 1pm-1.30pm
Join us for our final tour around The Forgotten Library exhibition exploring the personal book collection of Enriqueta Rylands, founder of The John Rylands Library. Led by curator.. -
SOLD OUT: Manchester Literature Festival presents Karen Solie: Rylands Poetry Reading
22 October 2026, 7pm-8.15pm
This year’s annual Rylands Poetry Reading is delivered by Karen Solie. Her latest collection Wellwater, exploring the profound impact of economic and environmental crises on huma..