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New exhibition: I’ve Never Read Elizabeth Gaskell

Opening 6 July at Elizabeth Gaskell's House A bold new exhibition is set to open at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House this summer that introduces a new view of the author and her work (Thursday 3 July to Sunday 9 November).  I’ve Never Read

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Feisty Females – New Online Course for Autumn 2025

You can enjoy a special treat this autumn. Elizabeth Gaskell’s House is delighted to announce a new online course about feisty females with the ever-popular Dr Sherry Ashworth. So from September you can take a look at literature's feisty females including some

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Writers in Residence Announced

Elizabeth Gaskell’s House has announced the three young writers in residence, who will be spending time immersing themselves in Elizabeth’s world and responding to her legacy in their words. Georgia Affonso, Princess Arinola Adegbite and Guruleen Kahlo who are all connected to

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Your Invitation to Celebrate Ten Years of Elizabeth Gaskell’s House

“Oh, I can’t describe my home. It is home, and I can’t put its charm into words.” Margaret Hale, North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell, 1855 Elizabeth Gaskell’s House has welcomed more than 50,000 visitors since its doors first opened in October 2014.

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Frank Galvin Awarded MBE in King’s New Year Honours

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Francis Galvin, former Chair of Manchester Historic Buildings Trust (the charity that owns and runs Elizabeth Gaskell’s House), and longtime volunteer at the House, has been awarded an MBE in the 2025 King’s New Year

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