The Queen and Manchester Exhibition launched in Central Library

The library is also home to a book of condolence

Author: Frankie GoldingPublished 16th Sep 2022

Manchester Central Library have launched a photo and video exhibition that marks the Queen's various trips to the city.

The exhibition also celebrates the late Queen's life, showcasing her key milestones as well as her impact on the United Kingdom and the rest of the world.

The exhibition is on display in Central Library on the Ground Floor, in the Archives+ area.

A sneak peak of one of the photo elements of the exhibition

Leader of the Council, Cllr Bev Craig, said: “The Queen Elizabeth II and Manchester Exhibition is a tribute to the tragic passing of Queen Elizabeth II. We extend our condolences to the Queen’s family and the nation.

“The world changed in many ways during the Queen Elizabeth II’s lifetime and she was a constant for British people through rapidly changing times.

"We remember her visits to the city over the years, both on happy occasions such as when she opened the 2002 Commonwealth Games, and celebrated her Diamond Jubilee in 2012, and darker moments such as when she helped comfort young people injured in the 22 May 2017 terror attack at Manchester Arena.

“This exhibition allows us to honour her death and her outstanding contribution to the United Kingdom, with a special focus on her relationship to Manchester. This exhibition includes archived photos and video footage of 16 of her visits to Greater Manchester throughout her reign.

“As our country comes together to remember the Queen, this is one of the ways in Manchester that we are commemorating her reign and life-long dedication to serving us.

“I’d encourage all Mancunians to come to pay their respects to the late Queen here and to honour and remember her life.”

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