About

Central to Lancaster’s artistic, technical and scientific innovation, The Storey, has been re-modelled as a purpose-designed centre for the creative industries.

Built in 1898 by local philanthropist and tradesman, Thomas Storey, the building offered educational opportunities to the people of Lancaster. Today, our organisation continues to maintain Storey's philosophy that the building should be a place for the people and inspire forward thinking. For this reason, as well as being home to a growing number of successful creative businesses, we offer a variety of engaging events ranging from business conferences, seminars and networking, to films, music, and theatrical recitals.

The building also plays host to an exciting array of literary performances, workshops and art exhibitions through our partner organisations, Litfest and Storey Gallery.

Litfest, featured on the First Floor, run the Poetry Bookcase, and sell a wide range of modern poetry from small and independent publishers.

The Storey Gallery, renowned “one of the most attractive exhibition spaces in the North West”, is an independent, publicly funded organisation which promotes a programme of contemporary visual art by nationally and internationally significant artists.

The Storey is prominent in Lancaster's history and is looking forward to being a big part of its future; let it be part of your future too.