There have always been ideas worth discussing. Have your say or sit back and listen as current issues are explored, linking to the museum’s collection.

Suitable for 11+

• Treat yourself to 10% off in The Left Bank cafe bar and 10% off in the museum shop when you attend an event at PHM

From suffragettes smashing windows to arrests on red carpets, breaking the law has been a form of protest for hundreds of years. But do you think it’s acceptable? Hear from both sides or join in with the debate.

Part of PHM’s year long programme exploring the past, present and future of protest, marking 200 years since the Peterloo Massacre; a major event in Manchester’s history, and a defining moment for Britain’s democracy.

• This event is free at the point of booking but we ask attendees to make a cash donation at the event if they are able to do so. PHM’s public programme relies on your donations
• We have purposefully released more tickets than the capacity of the event to account for people who book in advance but cannot attend on the day. Please note that booking a ticket for this event does not guarantee entry. We recommend arriving early to avoid disappointment
• Please contact the museum as soon as possible if you wish to cancel your booking so your place can be given to another visitor
• Refunds on ticket sales less than seven days in an advance of an event are non refundable
• For further information please contact the museum on 0161 838 9190 or email events@phm.org.uk