The Amazons of Ardwick

The House where Elizabeth Gaskell and her family lived from 1850-1913 is the main asset held
by Manchester Historic Buildings Trust. It is a Grade II* listed building in the Ardwick area of
Manchester.
This project will contribute towards the larger First Floor Redevelopment Project which will
develop a new and improved visitor offer on the first floor of the House. We have identified the following ways we can achieve the aims of this project:
1. Increase the number of original/unique items on display through improved display cases,
interpretation and access to digitised documents.
2. Create a new permanent exhibition area
3. Develop new material and learning activities to expand on themes for KS1 and KS2 school
activities and families