A critically-acclaimed photography exhibition is coming to Manchester as part of its international tour next month.
In what is the first UK exhibition of this scale outside of London for over 20 years from the world-renowned Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado, from 13 May, the Science and Industry Museum will welcome Amazônia – a major photography exhibition that celebrates the indigenous peoples and breathtaking landscapes of the Brazilian rainforest.
Free tickets are available now for the Amazônia 12-week run.
Salgado worked in the Amazon for seven years with 12 different indigenous communities, and the result is an incredible collection of powerful photographs that present his vision of a forest that is approaching a crucial tipping point in the fight against climate change, the Museum says.
There’ll be over 200 black and white images and interviews with indigenous leaders as part of the exhibition.
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Opening this May: World renowned photographer Sebastião Salgado presents Amazônia, a breath-taking photography exhibition celebrating the indigenous peoples and landscapes of the Brazilian rainforest.
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The exhibition will be accompanied by a specially commissioned immersive soundtrack from acclaimed French composer Jean-Michel Jarre to bring to life the sounds of the rainforest – including the rustling of trees, the cries of animals, bird song and the roar of water tumbling from mountain peaks.
The exhibition was curated and designed by Lélia Wanick Salgado to convey “a small part of the magic of the Amazon region” and its native peoples in an intimate experience.
Amazônia offers the opportunity to see this unique environment through the lens of one of the most-renowned photographers working today, and has already been described by the Daily Telegraph as “an awe-inspiring celebration of life on Earth”.
Amazônia celebrates the indigenous peoples and breathtaking landscapes of the Brazilian rainforest / Credit: Science and Industry Museum
Speaking on the exhibition ahead of its arrival in Manchester city centre next month, Sebastião Salgado said: “As a Brazilian, the Amazon with its incredible colours, rich textures and awe-inspiring vistas has always held a special place in my heart, and over the course of seven years travelling through the region, I witnessed first-hand the damage over-consumption has had on its landscapes and people.
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“I hope visitors to Amazônia will feel inspired by its beauty but also understand the urgent need for action to prevent this unique biodiversity being lost.”
Sally MacDonald – Director of the Science and Industry Museum – added: “We are so excited to welcome Amazônia to the Science and Industry Museum, and to bring the work of Sebastião Salgado to Manchester for the first time as Amazônia is a beautiful and evocative exhibition and the Special Exhibitions Gallery is the perfect setting.
“Visitors can’t fail to be moved and inspired – it is a call to action for us all.”
Amazônia will open at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester on 13 May 2022 / Credit: Science and Industry Museum
Amazônia‘s arrival in Manchester is part of an international exhibition tour that began at the Philharmonie in Paris, and includes the MAXXI in Rome, SESC in Sao Paulo, and the Museum of Tomorrow in Rio de Janeiro.
Tickets for Amazônia are available now and can be booked in advance through Science and Industry Museum’s website here, or by calling 033 0058 0058.
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Spooktacular Halloween trail to return to National Trust site Quarry Bank
Daisy Jackson
A Halloween trail is set to return to Quarry Bank Mill this autumn for one of the region’s most hauntingly beautiful seasonal events.
The National Trust site is a former working mill and one of the country’s finest industrial buildings – but as night falls and the shadows lengthen, a haunting will begin…
This year’s Halloween at Quarry Bank will again feature spooky light installations, a mesmerising laser garden, and a thrilling fire show, as well as live performances and seasonal food and drink.
Returning for a second year, Halloween at Quarry Bank will be an unforgettable experience for all ages.
Fog will swirl through the paths around the grounds, as glowing demon eyes watch over passers-by and giant skeletons loom over twisted trees.
If you’re brave enough, the trail then heads inside the mill itself, where creaking and clanking sounds of its industrial past hint at something a little more haunted.
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As you wander the trail, you’ll pass installations like glowing fire spheres and catacombs echoing with whispers from the past, plus plenty more surprises waiting in the shadows.
Then you can refuel with ‘bewitched burgers and freaky fries’, plus hot toddys and decadent hot chocolates.
You can even toast a marshmallow over an open fire.
Halloween at Quarry Bank is designed for families, couples, and groups of friends alike, and attracts visitors from all over Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Merseyside and Lancashire.
Entry to the trail is on a timed slot system – tickets are on sale now HERE.
Inside the brand-new rental houses at Bolton’s landmark £35m development, Deansgate Gardens
Daisy Jackson
The first residents are in, and the launch of Deansgate Gardens – a landmark £35m development in Bolton town centre – is live.
This impressive new development has brought 167 high-quality rental homes to Bolton, creating a residential neighbourhood that features rooftop terraces, gardens, and stunning communal spaces.
The homes on Deansgate, Bolton have been built specifically for renters, with spacious layouts in an ideal location just a two-minute walk from Bolton Town Hall and a short commute to Manchester.
And, unusually for new rental developments, it’s not all about apartments here (though there are beautiful one- and two-bedroom apartments with rooftop gardens available).
It’s also somewhere you can rent two-bedroom townhouses, and have your very own yard.
Every home is built with energy efficiency in mind, with heat pumps and enhanced insulation, plus rooftop solar panels on selected homes, keeping those pesky bills down.
This pet-friendly development comes from developer Placefirst, and is a key moment in the wider £1bn regeneration masterplan for Bolton.
Inside Deansgate Gardens in BoltonInside Deansgate Gardens in BoltonA spacious bedroomThe rooftop terraceView from the rooftop terrace
Deansgate Gardens is located just opposite the former Beales department store, connected by the train station, bus interchange, and town centre within walking distance.
These stylish new homes are built around a central square and communal courtyards. The result? Somewhere residents can relax, socialise, and connect.
There’s even a dedicated Resident Service Manager and 24/7 maintenance support for peace of mind.
And just a short walk away you’ll find parks like Queen’s Park, plus beautiful routes along the River Croal.
Ready to make these houses your home? Book in for a tour around Deansgate Gardens today HERE.
Emily Sergeant -
5th April 2022 
