Modern Life: The LS Lowry Collection and Quentin Blake and Me

Sat 19 Jul 2025 10:00AM Sun 31 Aug 2025 4:30PM
  • Sat 19 Jul 2025
    Sun 31 Aug 2025
    From 10:00AM
    Lowry Gallery
Quentin Blake and Me
 
In this vibrant and lively family exhibition, Lowry will be celebrating the work of one of the most popular and successful writers and illustrators of children’s books, Quentin Blake.  
 
Known for his distinctive and whimsical style, Blake has written or illustrated over 500 books, including working with famous authors like Roald Dahl, David Walliams, and Michael Morpurgo. His illustrations have vividly brought to life some of the most beloved characters in children’s fiction, from The BFG to Mr. Stink, captivating the imaginations of readers young and old.   
 
This exhibition will be a delightful experience for all, featuring a vast collection of Blake’s work, fun interactives, games to play, and plenty of opportunities for young visitors and their families to write and draw their own stories. It's a fantastic chance to immerse yourself in the magical world of Quentin Blake and enjoy a fun-filled outing for the whole family!  
 
Modern Life: LS Lowry Collection
 
LS Lowry created around 1,000 paintings and over 8,000 drawings in his lifetime. You can see many of his most iconic pictures in our Galleries, as well as other pieces we’ve borrowed from lenders.
 
How to book

To help manage capacities and make your visit enjoyable, we are allocating time slots for both LOWRY 360 and the Modern Life : The LS Lowry Exhibition and Quentin Blake and Me exhibitions. 
 
One FREE ticket will allow access to Modern Life: The LS Lowry Exhibition and Quentin Blake and Me, and another will be needed for LOWRY 360

Please remember to book separately for each of the timed sessions, as a ticket to one does not grant access to the other.

All our exhibitions are FREE, and we greatly appreciate any donations.

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