Every Thursday morning the Whitaker is home to a local art group who over their sessions explore the local area reproducing what they see in a variety of different media. As part of the 2018 Rossendale Art Trail we are delighted to exhibit a selection of the work they have produced whilst being at the Whitaker.
Sheila Tilmouth’s art is an interpretive response to the natural world. Her new exhibition ‘Life in the Attic’ is a journey through the store of forgotten creatures housed out of sight in the upper rooms of the Whitaker Museum and brought to life through paintings, prints, drawings and photographs.
Here at the Whitaker we are delighted to welcome The International Association for Japanese Traditional Culture Exchange, who will be joining us on Saturday 24th November.
On the evening the performers, all from Kumamoto in Western Japan will be entertaining guests with Shigin and arts performances.
Join us for our live Acoustic night every first Wednesday of the month hosted by the amazing Liam Spencer & Sarah Grundy of Joan The Wad a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in some warm sounds and gentle harmony.
We’ve finally had word from the North Pole and Father Christmas will be taking a break from all his busy preparations to once again come and visit with us at the Whitaker. He’ll be here on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th December…
Due to its success over recent years, the 'Winter Fine Dine’ evening will be making a welcome return this year under Head Chef David Dewhurst. This highly popular gastronomic event showcases the culinary expertise we offer at the Whitaker, arousing and delighting the tastebuds with the best in seasonal ingredients.
A feature-length painted animation - the first film of its kind - which explores the life and death of Vincent Van Gogh via depictions of his artworks.
This is a delightful morning for family and friends to come together and enjoy a sumptuous Whitaker Breakfast, after enjoying traditional Christmas tales from our Storyteller whilst sat around the Christmas tree in our Drawing Room.
Back by popular demand, Manchester International Short Film Festival presents an excellent programme of UK and International short films that scooped the awards at this year's Festival.
Saoirse Ronan and Laurie Metcalf are electric in Ladybird as a warring teenage daughter and mother in Greta Gerwig’s beautifully observed coming of age comedy-drama.
A devastating low key, high impact study of domestic abuse which garnered rave reviews upon its release.
A funny, moving and multi-layered film - two kindred spirits from different generations explore the French countryside in a camera van, taking photos of the people they meet.
An eloquent saga from Brazil following Clara, the last resident of the Aquarius building who is determined not to lose her home and is prepared to fight.
A cracking Cairo thriller set against the backdrop of the 2011 Egyptian revolution. A nightclub singer is murdered and Fares gives a gripping performance as a conflicted policeman caught up in a corrupt and dark world.
Part of a new wave of realist Palestinian cinema, a thrumming soundtrack from Palestinian hip-hop artists DAM provides a heady backdrop to the alternative city lifestyle as we see the three young flatsharers caught in between modern life in the city and their traditional values.
In honour of all those who served, died and have been affected by war both at home and overseas, join us for a morning of reflection & contemplation here at Whitaker Museum to mark the centenary of the Armistice.
Join us for our live Acoustic night every first Wednesday of the month hosted by the amazing Liam Spencer & Sarah Grundy of Joan The Wad a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in some warm sounds and gentle harmony.
Routinely voted one of the greatest of all time, this 1948 film is a simple, powerful film about a man who needs a job and has his bike stolen.
Calling all cyclists!! 🚴♂️🚴♀️ Bring your Bike to the Whitaker on Sunday 7th October from 11am as we officially open our new 'Cycle Hub'; A purpose built space providing essential bike tools and facilities for local cyclists of all types.
Join us for our live Acoustic night every first Wednesday of the month hosted by the amazing Liam Spencer & Sarah Grundy of Joan The Wad a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in some warm sounds and gentle harmony.
The Friends of Rossendale Museum invite you to join them for any evening with Brian Ashworth of the Lancashire Wildlife Trust as he talks about the ‘Plight of the Humble Bee’.
Sebastián Lelio's Oscar-winning film about a transgender woman fighting for acceptance and for her voice to be heard.
Michael Caine’s take on his youth, Swinging London and the 60s.
The much loved Rossendale 60s Festival returns to the Whitaker this year, and promises to be another great weekend full of family entertainment. Click for full details.
Join us for our live Acoustic night every first Wednesday of the month hosted by the amazing Liam Spencer & Sarah Grundy of Joan The Wad a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in some warm sounds and gentle harmony.
Our INK 2 exhibition showcases the work of cartoonist Ray Lowry, one of Britain's most famous cartoonist who's work featured in publications such as NME, Punch and the Guardian as well as many more.
We don't know about you, but does anyone else think the Summer Holidays are flying by? Are you running out of ideas yet to keep the little ones entertained? Or looking for something that doesn't cost the earth to keep them busy. Then head to the Whitaker, we've got three great weeks of art activities to round off the Summer for all budding creatives to explore.
Join us for our live Acoustic night every first Wednesday of the month hosted by the amazing Liam Spencer & Sarah Grundy of Joan The Wad a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in some warm sounds and gentle harmony.
A friendly meeting place offering people with Parkinson's and their carers friendship, support and information, taking place on the last Tuesday of every month. For more information please contact Rebecca on 0300 123 3672.
Here at the Whitaker we've teamed up with Murder Mystery Productions to bring you an 'An evening of Curiosities', can you be the one to solve the mystery? Join us for a 3 course supper whilst you as detectives are charged with answering 3 very important questions.
Join us for a FREE afternoon celebrating traditional dialect, song & dance. With much loved performances from Sid Calderbank and The Lancashire Society plus much much more.
A friendly meeting place offering people with Parkinson's and their carers friendship, support and information, taking place on the last Tuesday of every month. For more information please contact Rebecca on 0300 123 3672.
Alan Parker’s 1991 much-loved Dublin-based, musical comedy-drama about a group of working-class youths who form a soul band. Shown as part of the inaugural Solstices Film Festival, in association with The Whitaker. Complemented by live music in the courtyard.
2002’s British comedy-drama about the Manchester music scene, starring Steve Coogan and featuring iconic Manchester music from the late 70s to the early 90s. Shown as part of the inaugural Solstices Film Festival, in association with The Whitaker. Complemented by live music and performance in the courtyard.
A selection of short films made by local students, shown as part of the inaugural Solstices Film Festival, in association with The Whitaker. Complemented by live music in the courtyard.
Many thanks to Terry Mulligan for his contribution to this exhibition, a long term collector of Mike’s work he felt passionately that people should see this wonderful art.
It is therefore with the greatest pleasure that we are showing you the work of an artist that is rarely seen in public.
Wes Anderson’s much-loved 2009 comedy starring George Clooney, about a clever fox who steals food from three mean farmers. Shown as part of the inaugural Solstices Film Festival, in association with The Whitaker.
The classic black comedy from 1987, shown as part of the inaugural Solstices Film Festival, in association with The Whitaker.
Aging Cuban musicians whose talents had been virtually forgotten following Castro's takeover of Cuba, are brought out of retirement by Ry Cooder.
More fun and creative activities in our popular school holiday art sessions.
A friendly meeting place offering people with Parkinson's and their carers friendship, support and information, taking place on the last Tuesday of every month. For more information please contact Rebecca on 0300 123 3672.
We are looking for young volunteers ages 4 - 11 & their parents who have an interest in gardening and being outside, to help the Whitaker bring back to life our edible garden.
A relaxed, family-friendly, all-day barbeque and musical event. North African inspired food, outdoor bar, and a DJ playing chilled, summery tunes.
