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
About us - our project, team and partners
Find out about the people and organisations behind this web resource and our wider work.
Revolutionary Collection: The chloroform inhaler
In 1847, Dr James Simpson discovered the anaesthetic properties of chloroform.
Stephenson's Rocket heads back to Manchester
Stephenson’s Rocket returns to Manchester for the first time in over 180 years in September 2018.
Another version of Napoleon's hat is auctioned
Another of Napoleon's many hats is sold at auction - again.
Events
Independence Day Party
Join us for an Independence Day celebration at Benjamin Franklin House!
04/07/2018
Fairfax House in Bloom
A week of beautiful blooms as this biennial festival of flowers sees the magnificent interiors of Fairfax House perfumed with luscious and extravagant floral installations.
03/07/2018 to 08/07/2018
Kill or Cure: Living and Dying with the Georgians
Meet the Georgians at Fairfax House’s annual Living History Weekend
11/08/2018 to 12/08/2018
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