Free Trade Hall Collection

Messrs. Gibson and Bright at the Free-Trade Hall, Manchester, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Messrs. Gibson and Bright at the Free-Trade Hall, Manchester, 1858. A soiree for...the Right Hon. T. M. Gibson, M.P. for Ashton-under- Lyne, and Mr. John Bright, M.P

Grand Bazaar in the Free Trade Hall, Manchester, in Aid of the Hospital for Sick Children at Pendlebury (engraving)
1053656 Grand Bazaar in the Free Trade Hall, Manchester, in Aid of the Hospital for Sick Children at Pendlebury (engraving) by English School

The Royal Visit to Manchester (engraving)
1054792 The Royal Visit to Manchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Visit to Manchester)

Messers Gibson and Bright at the Free-Trade Hall, Manchester (engraving)
1619543 Messers Gibson and Bright at the Free-Trade Hall, Manchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Messers Gibson and Bright at the Free-Trade Hall)

Lord Salisbury at Manchester, the Banquet at the Free Trade Hall (engraving)
1054217 Lord Salisbury at Manchester, the Banquet at the Free Trade Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Salisbury at Manchester)

Free Trade Hall, Manchester (engraving)
2794322 Free Trade Hall, Manchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Free Trade Hall, Manchester)

The New Free Trade Hall, Manchester, Mr Edward Walters, Architect (engraving)
2772413 The New Free Trade Hall, Manchester, Mr Edward Walters, Architect (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Free Trade Hall, Manchester)

Meeting of the Manchester and Salford Co-Operative Society in the Free-Trade Hall, Manchester (engraving)
1610130 Meeting of the Manchester and Salford Co-Operative Society in the Free-Trade Hall, Manchester (engraving) by English School

A Bird s-Eye View of Manchester in 1889 (engraving)
1046919 A Bird s-Eye View of Manchester in 1889 (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bird s-Eye View of Manchester in 1889)

Mr Disraeli receiving Addresses in the Great Hall, Pomona Gardens, Manchester (engraving)
1613654 Mr Disraeli receiving Addresses in the Great Hall, Pomona Gardens, Manchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Manchester and Salford (engraving)
3655694 Manchester and Salford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manchester and Salford)

The Manchester Ship Canal, Great Meeting in the Free-Trade Hall (engraving)
1614286 The Manchester Ship Canal, Great Meeting in the Free-Trade Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manchester Ship Canal)

The Duke of Edinburgh and Prince Leopold at Manchester, Soiree in the Free-Trade Hall (engraving)
1590816 The Duke of Edinburgh and Prince Leopold at Manchester, Soiree in the Free-Trade Hall (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Scenes from the British General Election campaign of 1892 (litho)
6014114 Scenes from the British General Election campaign of 1892 (litho) by Ward, Enoch (1859-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes from the British General Election campaign of 1892)

Dr Marks Juvenile Ball in the Free-Trade Hall, Manchester (engraving)
1609718 Dr Marks Juvenile Ball in the Free-Trade Hall, Manchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Marks Juvenile Ball in the Free-Trade Hall)

The British Association at Manchester (engraving)
1046081 The British Association at Manchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Association at Manchester)

The New Free-Trade Hall, Manchester (engraving)
1097831 The New Free-Trade Hall, Manchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Free-Trade Hall, Manchester)

On 27th January, Mr. Churchill addressed an audience in Free Trade Hall, Manchester, 1913, (1945). Winston Churchill speaking at the Manchester, Lesser Free Trade Hall, 1913

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The Free Trade Hall in Manchester holds a rich history that spans various events and occasions. From the bustling Grand Bazaar, which took place within its walls to aid the Hospital for Sick Children at Pendlebury, to the grandeur of The Royal Visit captured in an enchanting engraving. Messers Gibson and Bright also made their mark on this iconic venue as they graced its stage during one of their memorable performances. Lord Salisbury himself attended a banquet held at the Free Trade Hall, leaving behind an indelible impression on all who were present. Architect Mr Edward Walters played a pivotal role in shaping the New Free Trade Hall's design, ensuring it stood as a testament to architectural brilliance. This magnificent structure became home to numerous gatherings, including meetings of the Manchester and Salford Co-Operative Society. A Bird's-Eye View of Manchester in 1889 showcases how this city evolved over time, with the Free Trade Hall standing proudly amidst its ever-changing landscape. Notably, even Mr Disraeli received addresses within these hallowed halls during his visit to Pomona Gardens' Great Hall. The significance of Manchester and Salford is further exemplified by engravings capturing moments from The Manchester Ship Canal's great meeting held at none other than the Free-Trade Hall itself. Even royalty couldn't resist being part of this historic venue's legacy; both The Duke of Edinburgh and Prince Leopold attended a remarkable soiree here. From charity events to political gatherings, cultural celebrations to architectural marvels – each engraving serves as a window into different chapters written within these walls. The Free Trade Hall remains not just an emblematic landmark but also an embodiment of unity and progress for generations past and those yet to come.