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Whitworth Art Gallery

Manchester University's art gallery combines more modern art than the Manchester Art Gallery with displays of watercolors, prints, textiles and wallpapers.

Getting there: Opposite St Mary's Hospital
Hours: Mon-Sat 10AM-5PM, Sun 2-5PM. Closed Good Fri and Christmas to New Year
Price: Free
Website: whitworth.manchester.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

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