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Cultural historian Dr Debbie Challis gives an account of why the Portico brought a bit of Greek to Manchester in its building and some of its books. She will explore why Harrison choose that look, the ideals behind it and its ambivalent legacy.

This talk / tour celebrates the Reunifying the Portico Library project, which is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and is part of the Thanks to You National Lottery Open Week.