National Museums Liverpool What's On Events

Nkisi figures

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In the lower Congo river area of Central Africa special figures called 'nkisi' were used to protect people. Make your own 'nkisi' figure to take home. Free.

World Museum Liverpool (Weston Discovery Centre). 2.30pm-4pm, Sunday 8 November 2009.

The autumn night sky

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Free seasonal planetarium show. A guided tour of the constellations you can see this autumn. Suitable for over-7's.

World Museum Liverpool. 1.45pm and 3.15pm, Sunday 8 November 2009.

Sunshine

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A fun lively interactive show for the young and young at heart. Particularly suitable for under-5’s.

Please collect your free ticket from the ground floor information desk before the show.

Tickets for this show are limited and in demand, tickets are available on a first come, first served basis from 10am on the day of the show.

World Museum Liverpool (Planetarium). 1.15pm, Sunday 8 November 2009.

Wonders of the Solar System

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

3-2-1-blast off! Come on an adventure around our Solar System without leaving the comfort of your chair in our fantastic family show. This show just got bigger and better, with new up to date information on the solar system. Find out why Pluto has now been declassified as a planet and why we get changes of the seasons.

Please collect your free ticket from the ground floor information desk before the show.

World Museum Liverpool (Planetarium). 4.05pm, Sunday 8 November 2009.

Green World

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Part of the series Science Tube. In this episode of Science Tube, we learn how plants adapt to their environments and how they are essential to our lives. Please collect a free ticket from the information desk. Suitable for 11 years and over.

World Museum Liverpool (Treasure House Theatre). 1pm, Sunday 8 November 2009.

Molly the Friendly Blue Whale

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

An interactive story suitable for very young children. Places are free but numbers are limited. Tickets are available from the information desk on the day of the performance.

Click to find out more about the Treasure House Theatre.

World Museum Liverpool (Treasure House Theatre). 3.30pm, Sunday 8 November 2009.

Jazz at the Walker

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Every Sunday you can enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the Walker Art Gallery with our resident jazz masters and appearances from special guest performers.

Check our Jazz at the Walker page to see which band is playing each Sunday.

Walker Art Gallery. 12.30pm – 3pm, Sunday 8 November 2009.

Spotlight on the Titanic

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Our resident demonstrator reveals the facts and myths surrounding the sinking of the world famous Titanic.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 11am, Sunday 8 November 2009.

Rummage

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Think you’ve got what it takes to be a customs officer? Come and search our ship to see if you can spot any signs of smuggling.

Places are limited - pick up your free ticket on the day at the welcome desk.

This event is linked to the collections in the 'Seized! Revenue and Customs uncovered' gallery at Merseyside Maritime Museum.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 1, 1.30, 2, 3 and 3.30pm, Sunday 8 November 2009.

Lights out!

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Meet Albert the ARP warden in the Piermaster's House - he'll tell you all about his work during the Second World War.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 1-4pm, at intervals, Sunday 8 November 2009.

Never at sea - the Wrens story

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Liverpool played an essential role in winning the Battle of the Atlantic during the Second World War. Meet our Wren, May Hatton, who will tell you about the vital work carried out under the streets of the city.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 1.30, 2.30 and 3.30pm, Sunday 8 November 2009.

African arts and crafts

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Make your own mask inspired by African art in this fun filled afternoon.

Free drop-in workshop.

International Slavery Museum (Anthony Walker Education Centre). 1-4pm, Sunday 8 November 2009.

Film: Eastern Encounters

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Eastern Encounters tells the story of a 2004 exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum which looked at the cross cultural references in Asian art and objects created between 1500-1800 including the famous Tipu's tiger. Suitable for visitors aged 14+ and adults.

World Museum Liverpool (Treasure House Theatre). 1.45pm, Monday 9 November 2009.

Magnificent Desolation

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

'Magnificent desolation' was the description uttered by Apollo 11 astronaut Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin when he stepped onto the moon. This brand new planetarium show is all about the Moon and the Apollo missions that went there. Magnificent Desolation is being launched in time to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the first moon landing. Free entry.

World Museum Liverpool (Planetarium). 2.30pm, Monday 9 November 2009.

Big Art: parent and baby morning

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Join us in Big Art for a chance to meet other parents and babies and take part in specially designed activities. Suitable for under 5s. This is a free drop-in session.

Walker Art Gallery. 10-11.15am, Monday 9 November 2009.

Glass painting for beginners

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Learn the skill of glass painting and create your own glass ornament in this workshop.

Collect a free ticket from the information desk on the day.

This event is linked to the collections in the 'Seized! Revenue and Customs uncovered' gallery at Merseyside Maritime Museum.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 11am and 1pm, Monday 9 November 2009.

Talk: Separate Spheres

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Public opinion held certain subjects to be appropriate for female painters and others unsuitable for women to tackle. In this gallery talk Dr Pamela Gerrish Nunn will examine the artists' responses to this thinking. Collect a FREE ticket from the welcome desk.

Walker Art Gallery. 1pm, Wednesday 11 November 2009.

Mosaics for beginners

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Learn some of the skills and techniques of mosaic making. Tools and materials will be provided for you to design and create your own mosaic panel.

Places are free but limited, so please pre-book by calling 0151 478 4999.

National Conservation Centre. 1-4pm, Wednesday 11 November 2009.

Film: Equiano, a son of Africa

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The story of Olaudah Equiano, an African taken into slavery who became a free man and champion for the anti-slavery movement. Parental guidance is advised before allowing children to watch this film.

World Museum Liverpool (Treasure House Theatre). 1.45pm, Thursday 12 November 2009.

Walk for health

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A healthy stroll past some of Liverpool's finest architecture and monumental sculptures with our learning staff.

National Conservation Centre (Tour starting from the information desk). 11am-12noon, Friday 13 November 2009.

Samurai Armour

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Hands on demonstration suitable for all the family. Find out about the history and traditions of the Samurai and see a volunteer get dressed up in replica armour.

Places are free but numbers are limited. Please collect your free ticket in advance from the Information Desk.

Click here to find out more about the Treasure House Theatre.

World Museum Liverpool (Treasure House Theatre). 3.30pm, Saturday 14 November 2009.

Something Wild … storytelling

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

'Something Wild… at the Walker Art Gallery' is our brand new children's storybook. Characters Keith and Ali have never visited an art gallery and our fun storytelling session follows them as they explore the gallery and some of the wonderful paintings and objects on display. Free

Walker Art Gallery. 1, 2 & 3pm, Saturday 14 November 2009.

Musicians' gallery: Rebecca Joy Sharp - harpist

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

“Beguiling, contemplative, poignant” Rebecca creates enchanting music with original compositions for lever (Celtic) harp, with spoken-word, spell-binding alternative folk with urban fairytales. Rebecca will be featuring some work from her last album, “The Mystery Workshop” EP, which will be available to buy at the gallery. Rebecca is also currently the Musician-Composer in Residence at Metal Liverpool, creating new work for performance at Metal's spaces at Edge Hill Station.
Find out more information about Rebecca on her MySpace page or main website. Free event.

Walker Art Gallery (Room 3). 2-4pm, Saturday 14 November 2009.

Mobile madness

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Create your own mobile inspired by the collections in the 'Seized! Revenue and Customs uncovered' gallery at Merseyside Maritime Museum.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 1-4pm, Saturday 14 November 2009.

Woodcarving

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Discover the skill of woodcarving with our nautical craftsman.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 1-4pm, at intervals, Saturday 14 November 2009.

All hands on deck

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ever wonder what a Fid is or why a ship is a she? All will be revealed in this fascinating hands-on session.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 1-4pm, Saturday 14 November 2009.

On closer examination...

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Take a close look at some collected objects and see how many secrets you can discover.

National Conservation Centre. 1-4pm, Saturday 14 November 2009.

Meet a Roman

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Meet a ‘real’ Roman soldier to find out what life was like in England about 2000 years ago. Free.

World Museum Liverpool (Weston Discovery Centre). 11am-4pm, Sunday 15 November 2009.

Grave tales

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Parson Dodge will be lurking about the gallery. If you're lucky he may stop and tell you all about the age-old battle between smugglers and customs men.

This event is linked to the collections in the 'Seized! Revenue and Customs uncovered' gallery at Merseyside Maritime Museum.

Merseyside Maritime Museum (Seized! gallery, basement). 1pm, 2pm and 3pm, Sunday 15 November 2009.

Sea urchins

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Story-time fun for your little ones in the Sea Urchins play area.

Merseyside Maritime Museum (Sea Urchins play area, 1st floor). 11am, Sunday 15 November 2009.

All aboard the Shackamaxon

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Step back in time and meet William Hollbeck, bosun aboard the Shackamaxon, as he gets ready to sail to New York.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 1-4pm, at intervals, Sunday 15 November 2009.

Reminiscence sessions

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Fancy a walk down memory lane? Join a discussion about the events that shaped Liverpool's social, political and cultural landscape as caught in the photographs in the exhibition Liverpool People by Stephen Shakeshaft.

National Conservation Centre. 1-4pm, Sunday 15 November 2009.

Handling collection

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Meet our demonstrator, find out about life in West Africa before the transatlantic slave trade and see objects from our handling collection up close.

International Slavery Museum. 1-4pm, Sunday 15 November 2009.