We are a community arts organisation serving the local communities of Manchester and the broader arts sector by delivering artist commissions, events and workshops that are accessible, engaging, and diverse.

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News and events

News & Events
Photography Workshops with Manchester School of Digital Arts
Apr 24
Photography Workshops with Manchester School of Digital Arts
THREADS: Textiles & Tall Tales Launch Event at 422 Cafe
Apr 16
THREADS: Textiles & Tall Tales Launch Event at 422 Cafe
Free Textiles & Tall Tales Workshops with artist Holly Graham as part of the new 422 Community Archive
Jan 17
Free Textiles & Tall Tales Workshops with artist Holly Graham as part of the new 422 Community Archive
Winter Cardboard City – Creative playful event with Hattie Kongaunruan
Dec 9
Winter Cardboard City – Creative playful event with Hattie Kongaunruan
Free Event – Conversations about Loss through Textiles with Chris Alton & Emily Simpson
Nov 24
Free Event – Conversations about Loss through Textiles with Chris Alton & Emily Simpson
Announcement – Bill Balaskas Wins 422 Arts Public Commission
Oct 25
Announcement – Bill Balaskas Wins 422 Arts Public Commission
Public Commission ‘Pizza+Vote’ Final Selection Event – Open to All
Oct 4
Public Commission ‘Pizza+Vote’ Final Selection Event – Open to All
Free Workshop – Introduction to Simple Bookbinding
Sep 14
Free Workshop – Introduction to Simple Bookbinding
Public Commission Announcement!
Sep 8
Public Commission Announcement!
Chaat Stories: Free Evening of Tales and Punjabi Food
Jul 27
Chaat Stories: Free Evening of Tales and Punjabi Food

New! 422 Community Archive

Announcing a new annual Project – The 422 Community Archive

We invite local residents, artists, creatives, researchers, and social practitioners, to collaboratively produce works that illuminate the often-overlooked stories of our local area and its people.  Join us for a journey through time, exploring the narratives, images, and artefacts that define who we are!