A new exhibition celebrating the Manx language will open at the Manx Museum later this month.
Mind Your Language, created by Manx National Heritage and Culture Vannin for Blein ny Gaelgey (Year of the Manx Language), will run from April 25 until October 4.
The exhibition introduces visitors to the history and modern life of Gaelg, with interactive displays, soundscapes and activities designed to make the language accessible.
Assistant Curator Nicola Tooms said: “Mind Your Language has been designed to be fun, welcoming and interactive, breaking down barriers for those who may feel that learning a language is inaccessible, but perhaps don’t realise how much Manx they already know!
“Through a mix of storytelling, objects, sound and hands-on activities, visitors will leave with a deeper appreciation of Manx as a living part of the Isle of Man’s identity.”
Language Exhibition
Featuring artefacts, artworks and audio‑visual installations, the exhibition explores Manx origins, its presence in place names and its role in island identity.
Visitors can try language games, listen to spoken Manx and discover the meaning behind familiar place‑name elements.
Ruth Keggin Gell, Manx Language Development Officer for Culture Vannin said: “It has been wonderful to work with Manx National Heritage to bring Manx to a wider audience, from those who live on the Island, to those who are visiting our shores.
“I’m particularly excited that the exhibition is fully bilingual, and that visitors will be able to experience seeing and hearing Manx in a variety of ways.
“Culture Vannin champions living Manx culture, and as part of our commitment to Blein ny Gaelgey, the Year of the Manx Language, we have been delighted to work with creatives to contribute beautiful new pieces to display at the exhibition.”
Admission is free, with donations welcome.
