An independent subscription library on Mosley Street in Manchester city centre, designed in the Greek Revival style. It hosts exhibitions, cultural events, talks and the Portico Prizes.
Author Louis de Bernières reads from his new memoir Smelling of Rooks, with Q&A and book signing.
A relaxed, sensory-friendly session at The Portico Library to celebrate Black History Month, with a visit to the Ledger of Liberation exhibition.
Inaugural Diaspora Dine & Discussion marking the centenary of Black History Month with dining, discussion and heritage at The Portico Library.
Screening of the documentary Something That Was Ours, followed by a tour of the Witches & Healers exhibition.
Robert Lloyd Parry reads and discusses the supernatural tales of Frederick Cowles, tracing the writer's Manchester connections.
An afternoon of philosophy, conversation, stories and creativity with Hinterland as part of the Hinterland Festival.
A literary afternoon tea session themed around Shirley Jackson's gothic novella 'We Have Always Lived in the Castle', with food and prosecco available.
