Exhibition Preview - Catalyst: Contemporary Art and War
Exhibitions & Displays, IWM North
First World War
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The Holocaust
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Journeys from the North
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Protecting the Past (Conservation)
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Second World War
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Handling Sessions
A visit to IWM North offers a range of options for a fascinating and memorable day out for group visitors of all ages.
You can book a self-guided visit or choose one of our staff-led sessions or activities to enhance your day.
Choose from this list or browse through the images above to see the sessions available
The First World War
20 minutes
This handling session will include the opportunity to handle real and replica objects linked to the First World War, covering trench life and gas precautions
If you would like to arrange a visit please complete our online group visit request form
The Holocaust
20 minutes
This session will focus on stories of people affected by the Holocaust who came to live in the North West of England.
If you would like to arrange a visit please complete our online group visit request form
Journeys from the North
20 minutes
An opportunity to hear stories from local people whose lives were affected by conflict at home and abroad.
If you would like to arrange a visit please complete our online group visit request form
Protecting the Past
20 minutes
This handling session will illustrate how museums conserve artefacts and provide tips for looking after your own family treasures.
If you would like to arrange a visit please complete our online group visit request form
The Second World War
20 minutes
This session will provide the opportunity to handle real and replica objects linked to the Second World War including the themes of rationing, evacuation and the Blitz on Britain.
If you would like to arrange a visit please complete our online group visit request form
Entry to IWM North is free. Groups of ten or more people are asked to book their visit as far in advance as possible. If you book at least four weeks in advance we will give you free coach parking and free group passes to our Air Shard viewing platform.
If you would like to arrange a visit please complete our online group visit request form.
What's On
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The Big Draw: Monoprinting Workshop with Annabel Dover.
Family activities, IWM North
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A Closer Look: Black History Month
Tours, IWM North
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The Nature of Antisemitism
Conferences, IWM North
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Introducing the Museum
Tours, IWM North
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Open Studio: The Big Draw
Family activities, IWM North
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Oskar's Journey Across the Berlin Wall
Family activities, IWM North
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Introducing the Museum
Tours, IWM North
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Nancy's Land Army Adventure
Family activities, IWM North
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Charity Zipwire
Other events, IWM North
Learning Resources
From the World Wars to the Cold War, IWM gives teachers and students in UK schools everything they need to explore the course, causes and consequences of conflict from the First World War to today.
Support Us
IWM is a charity, and we depend on supporters like you to help us care for and display our exceptional Collections. Please consider making a donation today.
From our Collections
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Women's War Work during the First World War
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Operation Herrick: British Forces in Afghanistan 2006 - 2007
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D W Kee Collection
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badge, British Hong Kong garrison football team
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The Royal Navy during the Second World War
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Operation Telic: British Forces in Iraq, 2003
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Women's Royal Naval Service: Sport and Leisure during the Second World War
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cricket bails, handmade: British
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Sport and Leisure during the Second World War
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Be a Sportsman and Lend a Hand to the Lads at the Front
