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Director Kate Day
Kate Day led Manchester Craft Design Centre for almost 15 years. Creating a space where craft, creativity and communities could thrive. She was a passionate advocate for crafts and audiences, a dedicated and determined director and a dear friend. We were all excited to deliver the next phase of our plans for MCAD; together.
Devastatingly, Kate passed away last week after a short illness.
Thank you to everyone for your messages of sympathy & love.
Our hearts go out to all of Kate’s family and friends. We will miss her terribly. Always.
We promise to honour Kate’s memory and her creative vision for the future.
Visit Us
Come to our haven in the Northern Quarter to browse, buy and be a part of our community.
For nearly 40 years, Manchester Craft & Design Centre has provided a home to some of the region’s most talented independent designers and makers. Selling textiles, jewellery, accessories, ceramics, glass, prints and homeware, each of the 20 studios offer much more than just a shopping experience.
We run a regular exhibitions programme that promotes and celebrates regional, national and international Craft talent. Our exhibitions are free to visit and are open to the public Monday – Saturday from 10am – 5.30pm. We also run a regular series of craft workshops in Space2 on the ground floor. Find out what’s coming up here. Our cafe is currently closed.
Explore our makers
Buy handmade from our makers
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Buy handmade from our makers
Get in touch
+44 (0) 161 832 4274
17 Oak Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester, M4 5JD