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We are place to experience how we are different, together 🫱🏼‍🫲🏿 Manchester Jewish Museum is a place to experience how we are different, together.

Our museum first opened in 1984, housed in a Grade II* listed 1874 (former) Spanish and Portuguese synagogue in Cheetham Hill, one of the most diverse areas in Manchester. Following a £6m redevelopment and extension our new museum includes a new gallery, vegetarian café, shop and learning studio & kitchen as well as complete restoration of our synagogue. We hold over 31,000 items in our collection

, documenting the story of Jewish migration and settlement in Manchester. The collection is considered by historians to be of national and international significance and our synagogue has been described by Historic England as “one of the highlights of Victorian Gothic architecture in the country”. We connect Jewish stories to the world and to our society to explore both our differences and similarities and celebrate that which makes people unique and that which connects us all. In doing so we look to spark reaction and change and to make real the knowledge that there is more that binds us together than separates us. We boldly explore and combine educational, cultural and artistic experiences to encourage those with whom we come into contact to feel and believe that we are all better together. We make connections to make things better.

04/06/2026

📢Please note that our Museum Café will be closed today (Thursday, 4 June), as our team prepares for our dining event, The Table: Around The Museum, taking place this evening!

If you haven't booked yet, there's still time - tickets are still available! Join us for a memorable evening of great company, a private guided tour through the history of Jewish Manchester, and an exceptional seven-course vegetarian menu prepared by our talented team.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the café closure and appreciate your understanding as we get ready to welcome our guests. The café will reopen and resume normal operating hours on Friday, 5 June.

🎟️ Book your place now before the remaining tickets are gone! https://www.manchesterjewishmuseum.com/event/the-table-around-the-museum/

03/06/2026

A special sneak peak from our synagogue ahead of Manchester Troubadours concert on Thursday, 11 June ✨

Join us for this special show, performed unplugged but by no means quietly! 🎶

Tickets available via our website: https://www.manchesterjewishmuseum.com/event/troubadour-in-the-footsteps-of-the-sephardim/

02/06/2026

📣Please note that the museum will be closing at 3pm today for a private event. To ensure visitors have sufficient time to enjoy their visit, the last admission will be at 2:00pm.

We will reopen as usual from tomorrow, Wednesday 3 June, from 10:00am.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding!

28/05/2026

On sunny days like we have been having recently, we all appreciate our green spaces. But in urban areas like Manchester, this was not always accessible for every child. ☀️

The Delamere Forest School, in Cheshire, also known as “The Jewish Fresh Air Home and School for Delicate Manchester and Salford Children”, was opened in 1921 for this reason; so that children living in urban areas of Manchester could live and learn in the countryside. 🌿

In the 1920s, there was great concern for the health of children in urban slums, specifically in Jewish communities. 🏭

Founded by Margaret Langdon and largely community funded by middle class philanthropists, the school sought to improve the physical and mental health of the Jewish youth. 🌳The lack of access to parks and green spaces in the city was seen as the primary issue, so many of the activities at the school prioritised time outside.

Lessons were regularly taken outside, with easily portable desks. A general maxim of “learning by doing” was encouraged and
students were also taught gardening, poultry care and local geography. Long rest periods and time for play were also prioritised to reduce mental strain for the students. 🦆

The school was closed in 2011. However, the body that ran the school, renamed Delamere Charitable Trust, continues to provide service to children with special needs in Manchester.

To learn more about our local history, book your visit to the museum. And if you have any stories or memories related to Delamere, we’d love to hear them in the comments!

27/05/2026

Our new dining event is only a week away, and we can’t wait to welcome you! 🫒

On Thursday, June 4th, as part of Jewish Culture Month, we invite you to join us for The Table: Around the Museum, a truly unique evening where food, stories, and history come together in one unforgettable experience. 🍐

You will be guided through the museum and enjoy a seven-course vegetarian tasting menu, with each dish inspired by the people, communities, and moments that have shaped our building and collection over time. As you move through the space, you’ll discover how our stories unfold in unexpected and delicious ways. 🫜🍷

This is more than a dining experience. It’s a chance to explore the museum in a completely new light, to taste history, hear voices from the past, and connect with the rich cultural threads that run through Manchester’s Jewish heritage.

With just one week to go, we’re so excited to share this immersive journey with you.

📍 Manchester Jewish Museum
📅 Thursday, 4 June, 6:30pm
🎉 Tickets: https://bit.ly/49bcNJp

We can’t wait to welcome you to the table!

26/05/2026

Good morning Manchester ☀️ Hot day today!

Our galleries and synagogue are nice and cool today. Stop by for a look around and an iced coffee in our cafe 🧊 (or two!)

See you there?

21/05/2026

Discover the stories of Jewish Manchester with us this Bank Holiday Monday, 25th May! ✨

Explore our beautiful museum galleries and the 1874 Spanish and Portuguese synagogue with our volunteer guides and enjoy hands-on craft activities perfect for families, friends, and curious minds alike. 🎨🧵

Get hands-on with objects from our collection and learn more about Jewish culture, traditions, and festivals through interactive object handling. There’s something for everyone to enjoy this Bank Holiday!

This event is part of our Jewish Culture Month programme.

Book your place now: https://bit.ly/494uPgw

20/05/2026

A new arrival has quietly joined our collection today. Freshly acquired, carefully handled, and not yet revealed…Any guesses what it might be? 👀

We’ll be sharing the full story soon so follow us to hear more about it! ✨

19/05/2026

We’re proud to be taking part in Jewish Culture Month, a nationwide celebration of Jewish life, culture and creativity across the UK. ✨

Join us at Manchester Jewish Museum for a fantastic programme of events celebrating stories, food and music from Jewish Manchester and beyond.

🕍 Synagogue Stories: Discover Jewish Manchester
Bank Holiday Monday 25 May

Step inside our historic synagogue and discover the story of Manchester’s Jewish community through art, hands-on activities, and interactive tours. All ages welcome.

Tickets: https://bit.ly/494uPgw

🍽️ The Table – Around The Museum! (postponed)
Thursday, 4 June, 6:30-8:30pm

Enjoy a guided after-hours museum experience with food and drinks inspired by stories from our archive and collection. Expect flavours drawn from local delicacies, the Jewish diaspora, and the diverse communities we live side by side with.

Tickets: https://bit.ly/49bcNJp

🎶 Troubadour: In the Footsteps of the Sephardim
Thursday, 11 June, 7pm

A moving evening of Sephardic folk song and storytelling inspired by journeys across Europe and the Middle East. Brought to you by a young Manchester ensemble, Manchester Troubadours.

Tickets: https://bit.ly/4dQE32p

14/05/2026

📣Join us this Sunday, 17 May, for a sweet Shavuot celebration at our museum café! Create your own no-bake cheesecake with a variety of delicious toppings to mix, match, and enjoy.

All ages are welcome, and no booking is needed. Just drop in and get creative! 🍰

While you’re here, the Jewish Genealogical Society of Great Britain will also be hosting a stand from 12pm. If you have questions about your family history or want to learn more about Jewish genealogy, come along for a friendly chat. 😊

Address

190 Cheetham Hill Road
Manchester
M88

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

0161 834 9879

Website

http://www.manchesterjewishmuseum.com/

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