Event Archives - Manx National Heritage

Manx National Heritage and the Creative Network open TRACES at the House of Manannan

Posted on 22 June 2026

Manx National Heritage and the Creative Network are delighted to announce the opening of TRACES, a new exhibition featuring the work of 31 Manx artists at the House […]

Manx Wildlife Week returns this spring with island-wide celebration of nature

Posted on 30 March 2026

Manx Wildlife Week is set to return from 25 April to 4 May 2026, with a programme of events celebrating the Isle of Man’s rich natural environment. Organised […]

Easter family fun across Manx National Heritage sites

Posted on 26 March 2026

Families looking for fun over the Easter holidays are being invited to explore the Island’s historic sites with a series of special events hosted by Manx National Heritage. […]

A Whale of a Tale: Celebrating 100 Years of the Manx Museum’s Sei Whale Skeleton

Posted on 12 August 2025

This week, Manx National Heritage is inviting families to dive into an ocean of discovery at the Manx Museum as it marks the centenary of its most iconic […]

Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing comes to life at Peel Castle and Rushen Abbey Gardens

Posted on 28 July 2025

Get ready for an evening filled with energy, laughter, and a touch of chaos as the American Drama Group (ADG) and TNT Theatre bring William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy […]

The George Formby Society – ‘No Limit’ 90th Anniversary Tour and Film Screening

Posted on 17 July 2025

To celebrate 90 years since the filming of ‘No Limit’ members of the George Formby Society members are travelling to the Isle of Man for a week of […]

Explore the Darker Skies of Mann with Howard Parkin

Posted on 03 December 2024

Manx National Heritage will host a fascinating evening lecture on the ‘The Darker Skies of Mann’ with renowned astronomer Howard Parkin at the Manx Museum on Friday 13 […]

Celebrate Laa Boaldyn (Manx May Day)

Posted on 29 April 2024

A celebration of Manx May Day (Laa Boaldyn) will take place at Cregneash on Monday, 6 May 2024. The event will include a variety of activities for visitors […]

An afternoon with internationally celebrated artist Michael Sandle RA

Posted on 08 March 2024

On Saturday 16 March, Manx National Heritage will host a fascinating talk by internationally acclaimed sculptor Michael Sandle RA to celebrate the launch of his new book ‘Michael […]

Annual Heritage Open Days Return for 2023

Posted on 07 September 2023

The end of September sees the welcome return of Isle of Man Heritage Open Days, the Island’s largest free celebration of heritage with over 80 weekend events taking […]

Public Lecture: The Discovery of the Berk Farm Jet Necklace

Posted on 22 June 2023

On Saturday 1 July 2023, Manx National Heritage will host a public lecture at the Manx Museum on the discovery of the Berk Farm Jet Necklace, one of […]

IMPROVED FACILITIES FOR CASTLE RUSHEN COURTROOM

Posted on 18 June 2021

Manx National Heritage, the charity responsible for the care and promotion of the Isle of Man’s natural and cultural heritage, is pleased to provide an update on work […]

MANX WILDLIFE WEEK 2021

Posted on 14 June 2021

The Isle of Man’s unique natural environment is set to be celebrated in the fifth annual Manx Wildlife Week, which takes place at venues across the Isle of […]

The Snow Queen at Castle Rushen

Posted on 22 November 2018

On Saturday 15 December, the ‘Snow Queen’ will take up residence in her winter palace in Castle Rushen and invites her subjects for a private audience in the […]

Little People’s Picnic

Posted on 23 August 2016

On Sunday 28 August 2016, Manx National Heritage will host a picnic especially for all the ‘Little People’ on the Isle of Man at Rushen Abbey Gardens. The […]