Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House

Blackwell is an internationally important icon of Arts and Crafts architecture. Built as a late Victorian holiday home for Manchester industrialist and Mayor Sir Edward Holt, it is a stunning example of the social mobility and artistic response to the Industrial Revolution. Blackwell is an inspirational building for all ages and provides a rich resource to enthuse the next generation of thinkers to explore and discover their world.

Find out more about our exciting programme of temporary exhibitions and events.

Workshops and facilitated visits

We offer a range of facilitated sessions to help you and your students to get the most out of your visit to Blackwell.

Find out more about available workshops.

Free self-guided visits

Self guided visits to Blackwell are free for schools and colleges.

All groups must book in advance.

Clipboards, KS2 children’s trails and other resources may be provided. Please enquire when booking.

Pre-visit

Preliminary visits are free for teachers and can be arranged through our learning team.

In the House

Please do not touch the objects on display. Food and drink are not permitted in the house.

Photography is allowed throughout Blackwell, except where you see the 'no photography' symbol.