1926 General Strike centenary open day
Date & Time
📅 Sat, May 9, 2026
🕐 9:30 AM
Ends: Sat, May 9, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Location
📍 People's History Museum
Left Bank Spinningfields, Manchester, M3 3ER, United Kingdom, Manchester, , M3 3ER
🏙️ Manchester
About This Event
Join us for a unique open day to mark the centenary of the 1926 General Strike.
Join us for a unique open day to mark the centenary of the 1926 General Strike and delve into its significance and legacy with academics and activists, trade unionists, and heritage professionals.
Listen to keynote speakers and panel discussions and take part in archive encounters, exhibition tours, and workshop sessions.
A collaboration between John Rylands Library, the National Co-operative Archive, People’s History Museum and Working Class Movement Library.
Full programme to be confirmed.
Ticket includes a welcome tea or coffee.
With support from Society for the Study of Labour History.
Please note that lunch is not included; we recommend PHM’s café Gather. A picnic area is also available for attendees bringing their own food and drink.
- If you require British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation please contact access@phm.org.uk or 0161 838 9190).
- Suitable for 14+ (under 16s must have an accompanying adult)
Part of PHM’s programme of activity exploring the history of strikes and solidarity.
Concession tickets are available for students, senior citizens (65+) and those on low income.
Free tickets are available for unwaged people and essential companions for disabled attendees.
If you need a wheelchair contact access@phm.org.uk to reserve and please include the number of people in your party.
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People's History Museum
Left Bank Spinningfields, Manchester, M3 3ER, United Kingdom, Manchester, , M3 3ER
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GBP 0.00 - 11.44
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Duration
5 hours 15 min
Refund Policy
Refunds up to 7 days before event
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