Spanning 130 sites across the city, Universally Manchester: Where Great Things Come Together has been inspired by different people’s experiences at the University of Manchester. The brand-new exhibition marks the run up to the Universally Manchester Festival, a four-day long event celebrating the prestigious University’s 200th birthday.
The gallery will feature collaborations with a host of famous faces who all have a connection to Manchester and the University, a reflection of their love for the place and its lasting impact. Contributors to the project include poet and the University’s former Chancellor Lemn Sissay, Drag performer Cheddar Gorgeous, comedian Josh Widdicombe, actor Matthew Horne and barrister and broadcaster Rob Rinder.
The artworks are a fusion of creativity, each designed by different Manchester illustrators, breathing life into the inspiring quotes and the colourful personalities behind them. You can find the artworks at spots across the city, including Mayfield Park, St Peter’s Square and on over 130 digital billboards and posters.