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Family events, IWM North
The multi-award winning building was designed by world-renowned architect Daniel Libeskind to represent a globe shattered by conflict.
At 55 metres high, the Air Shard tower leans at four degrees from vertical. Take the lift to the 29-metre-high platform offering spectacular views across The Quays and Manchester.
IWM North’s innovative Main Exhibition Space allows visitors to explore the history of twentieth and twenty-first century conflict both chronologically and thematically.
Running every hour, the Big Picture Show is a 360-degree audio-visual experience and a unique way for visitors to access IWM's world-renowned Collections
Specially commissioned by IWM North, Gerry Judah’s sculpture 'The Crusader' was created in direct response to contemporary global conflict.
IWM North sits on The Quays, 1.5 miles from Manchester and home to MediaCityUK.

The WaterShard Café has fabulous views across The Quays. With its light and spacious eating area, it's a relaxing place to take a break during your visit. You can sample one of our delicious cakes for a mid-morning or late afternoon snack, or enjoy a hot freshly prepared meal at lunchtime. We also serve salads and sandwiches along with a wide range of hot and cold drinks.
We offer family meals, including children's lunch bags, and high chairs and children's colouring sheets are available. Throughout the summer, IWM North's quayside is a great spot to relax in the open air, with ice creams and refreshments served daily.
IWM North and its quayside are available to hire. To find out more, call 0161 836 4032.
Family events, IWM North
Talks & Tours, IWM North
Family events, Talks & Tours, IWM North
Family events, IWM North
Family events, IWM North
Family events, IWM North
Family events, IWM North
Family events, IWM North
Family events, IWM North
Family events, IWM North
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Overlooking MediaCityUK and The Quays, the WaterShard Café is a relaxing place to take a break during your visit.