The Mini Met is The Met’s new artist development programme running from October 2025 to March 2026, supporting emerging creatives based in, or connected to, Bury. The project provides mentoring, public-facing pop-up opportunities, and professional documentation to help artists develop their practice and engage audiences.

If you came along to our launch event – or weren’t able to make it – you’re still very welcome to apply to take part.

We’re looking for emerging artists aged 18+ working across all creative disciplines, including musicians, dancers, writers, performers, visual artists, and interdisciplinary creatives.

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/e/zzWBitZgmE

Deadline to apply: Sunday 9 November, 11.59pm

If you have any questions about the project or the application process, please email education@themet.org.uk and we’ll be happy to help.

We can also arrange a short call with anyone who’d like to discuss their application further – just email in and we can set this up.

Key Dates:

• Artist Selection & Mentoring: November–December 2025
• Mini Met Pop-Up Events: January–March 2026
• Project Wrap-Up: March 2026

Please note: participants must be available for these dates to be eligible for the project.