The noise and overstimulation of the modern world gets too much for many of us.
Room to Breathe is a dedicated space to help you experience art in a more mindful way.
You can see a variety of works from our collection and listen to original audio guides to help you to explore the art using mindful techniques.
Furniture, colour scheme, number and height of art works, text and audio meditations have all been carefully chosen in a way that we hope will encourage deeper engagement with art and reduce stress.
This a room for you. To rest. To recover. A room to breathe…

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How to get there
Manchester Art Gallery
Mosley Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M2 3JL
01612 358888
Opening times
Wednesday to Sunday, 11am – 5pm. Last entry 4.15pm.
Closed 24–26 December, 1 January, Good Friday.
Exclusions and safety measures
We’ve reopened with timed ticketing, a brand new introductory gallery, a safe and enjoyable route around the building and we're looking forward to welcoming you back!
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