Participants work towards writing and delivering a speech on a topic that personally matters to them.
Play with words, find your rhythm and test out techniques to help you with those nerves and leave a lasting impression on your audience.
Memorable speeches have been key to every important reform movement from the chartists and women’s suffrage to trade unions and the fight for disabled people and LGBTQIA+ rights.
Speeches are capable of commanding audiences, communicating information, and even providing a source of entertainment.
This workshop was made possible with Art Fund support.
Workshops are booked on a first come first served basis.
Full payment will be made at the point of booking.
PHM’s workshop cancellation policy.
Bookings: learning@phm.org.uk
Suitable for: Upper KS2 to KS4
Capacity: 30 learners per timeslot (accompanying adults not included).
Cost: £250 (10% discount for Greater Manchester schools £225).
Lunch space available
They run a little differently to traditional ways of teaching.
We promote a shared responsibility for learning, which removes the traditional roles of teacher, facilitator and participant so individuals can become self-reliant and creative thinkers.
What does this look like?
Find out how you can use PHM’s digital interactives to immerse your group with The Match Girls’ Strike of 1888 and the Grunwick strike of 1976 to 1978.
Get interactiveDiscover more about the museum’s galleries, exhibitions, events, and activities for the day of your visit.
Find out what's onExplore key topics around campaigns for change through podcasts, animations, creative activities, and more – designed for use in your learning setting.
Explore resourcesPHM’s shop is filled with books, gifts and pocket money friendly souvenirs, inspired by the museum’s galleries and collections.
Discover materials to support the learning topics your group’s exploring.
PHM shopTake a break from exploring with a sustainable, ethical, and delicious food experience at Open Kitchen Cafe & Bar at PHM.
Enjoy a 10% student discount for college or university groups visits. Please mention when booking if you plan to visit the cafe.
Open Kitchen Cafe & Bar