Revolutionary Objects
Delve into our collection of artworks, objects and archive materials about events, people and ideas that shaped our modern world
Revolutionary Themes
Explore the Age of Revolution by theme - from war and the international order through social, cultural, political, economic and technological revolutions
The Age of Revolution Timeline
Journey through 70 years of extraordinary, people, ideas, events and fascinating objects with the Age of Revolution timeline.
Order your free Schools' Edition of the Peterloo Graphic Novel
A special free schools' edition of the Peterloo graphic novel is available now for use in the classroom.
Age of Revolution Top Trumps – available FREE to schools
A unique set of Top Trumps featuring 30 radical and revolutionary figures from the Age of Revolution.
Revolutionary Object: Dartmoor Prison and English Barracks
Dartmoor prison was built between 1806 and 1809 to hold thousands of prisoners of war. It was one of Britain’s first purpose-built prisons and still remains a prison today, though now with a much smaller capacity.
Events
Nelson, Navy, Nation: The story of the Royal Navy and the British people, 1688–1815
A major new permanent gallery exploring the story of the Royal Navy.
21/10/2013 to 21/10/2022
James Watt and our World
Explore the legendary attic workshop of engineer James Watt, preserved as it was when he died in 1819.
01/11/2014 to 01/11/2022
Power Hall
Discover the machinery that powered mills all over the North West and helped to shape our world.
01/11/2014 to 01/11/2022
London, Sugar & Slavery
In the setting of this historic sugar warehouse, the London, Sugar & Slavery gallery reveals how London’s involvement in slavery has shaped the capital since the 17th century.
01/11/2014 to 01/11/2022