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Gallery Of Costume, Manchester

Manchester's Gallery of Costume is housed in Platt Hall, the former home of an eighteenth century textile merchant. It's collection of 20,000 items is one of the biggest in Britain. The collection covers all types of clothing - expensive and everyday - from the seventeenth century to modern times. Items are grouped in themes, by historical period, or in groups such as "Designers", "Clothes For Work", or "Materials and Making". Only a small part of the complete collection is on display at any one time, but there is a comprehensive data base available to explore the rest of the collection. The museum also holds a large number of fashion periodicals which are available to view on application. Use contact details below.

There is a shop selling postcards, books and gift inspired by fashion. There are no refreshment facilities, although there are many places to eat close by.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Address: Gallery of Costume, Platt Hall, Rusholme, Manchester M14 5LL

Opening Times: Wednesday to Saturday, 1.30pm - 4.30pm.

Directions: The museum is in south Manchester on the corner of Wilmslow Road and Platt Lane. Parking is only available on the road in Platt Lane.

Access: Designated parking is provided at the entrance. The ground floor has level access, but there are stairs to the first floor. There is a video tour of inaccessible areas. Adapted toilet facilities are available. Click here for an interactive map centred on the Gallery Of Costume.

Contact:

telephone: 0161 245 7245

web site: http://www.manchestergalleries.org/our-other-venues/platt-hall-gallery-of-costume/

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