The world’s first industrial city, Manchester has produced a wealth of diverse and world-changing innovations. Find out how Manchester’s pioneers have paved the way for change with scientific breakthroughs, new world records and bold steps towards social progress.

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This interactive map celebrates Manchester’s greatest innovations throughout history up to the present day. It displays the dates and locations of key scientific, industrial and cultural landmarks in and around Manchester. You can use the map’s timeline feature to brush up on your local knowledge, or browse by area to find innovations that have taken place on your doorstep. And if you’re new to the city, you can discover exciting places to visit.

Track the events that made Manchester the world’s very first industrial city, and learn about its influential music scene and iconic football clubs. Find out how Mancunians have paved the way for change with scientific breakthroughs, new world records and bold steps towards social progress.

This is an ongoing project and you can get involved. Do you know of an innovation that’s not already listed? There’s a section for you to add your own entries.

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This interactive map celebrates Manchester’s greatest innovations throughout history up to the present day. It displays the dates and locations of key scientific, industrial and cultural landmarks in and around Manchester. You can use the map’s timeline feature to brush up on your local knowledge, or browse by area to find innovations that have taken place on your doorstep. And if you’re new to the city, you can discover exciting places to visit.

Track the events that made Manchester the world’s very first industrial city, and learn about its influential music scene and iconic football clubs. Find out how Mancunians have paved the way for change with scientific breakthroughs, new world records and bold steps towards social progress.

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