The Pankhurst Centre is an iconic site of women's activism, past and present. Emmeline Pankhurst and her family lived at number 62 Nelson Street from 1898 until 1907, and the first meeting of the movement that became known as the Suffragettes took place in the parlour of this house!
The Pankhurst Centre is the only place where members of the public can visit a former home of the Pankhurst family, and - astonishingly- we are also the only museum dedicated to telling the story of women’s fight for the right to vote.
The building continues the fight for women’s equality today as the headquarters of Manchester Women’s Aid, providing confidential services to victims of domestic abuse, and as a women's centre, supporting women’s activist groups in Manchester and our local community.
Saved by, rebuilt by, and run by women, the Pankhurst Centre is testimony to the importance of this story, and the power it has to inspire action today. Visit us to learn about the history of the fight for women's right to vote and be inspired to fight for change now.
Inspired? You can also volunteer, donate and fundraise for the centre.
Events at the Pankhurst Centre
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Strong Manchester Women On Display Thursday 14 March 2019
In aid of Manchester Women's Aid and The Pankhurst Trust
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Rise Voice Vote Youth Engagement Toolkit Launch Thursday 4 April 2019
In aid of The Pankhurst Trust
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Hold On! Taylor Giacoma performance Thursday 4 April 2019
In aid of Manchester Women's Aid
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In this Section
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The History of the Pankhurst Centre
The Pankhurst Centre The Pankhurst Centre at numbers 60-62 Nelson Street is the birthplace of the su
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Visit Us
Discover the story of the Suffragettes from the building that the movement began...
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Hire Our Rooms
The Pankhurst Centre is available for hire for private events. Host your event at the birthplace of
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