| Formation | 1859 |
|---|---|
| Type | Learned Society |
| Purpose | Promotion of Art and Artists |
| Headquarters | Manchester, United Kingdom |
Activities | Exhibitions, Workshops |
Collections | Archives |
Archivist | Peter Davis |
President (26th) | Janina Cebertowicz |
| Website | www.mafa.org.uk |
The Manchester Academy of Fine Arts (MAFA) was founded in 1859 by artists eager to promote art and education. It was originally based in the building on Mosley Street which is now Manchester Art Gallery where annual exhibitions and classes were held.