National Museums Liverpool What's On Events

Sunshine

Sat, 14 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, Saturday 21 November 2009.

Samurai armour (BSL assisted)

Sat, 14 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.

This Samurai Armour session will be BSL assisted.

World Museum Liverpool (Treasure House Theatre). 12pm & 2pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

World Cultures Gallery family show (BSL assisted)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Explore the wonders of the world in this family show. Free.

World Museum Liverpool (Treasure House Theatre). 3pm & 4pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

Wonders of the Solar System

Sat, 14 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, Saturday 21 November 2009.

Magnificent Desolation

Sat, 14 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). 2.15pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

The autumn night sky

Sat, 14 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, Saturday 21 November 2009.

Death on the Nile (BSL assisted)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Meet some unexpected visitors and travel back in time to Ancient Egypt to witness the magical methods of mummification in this special family show. As part of DADA Fest 2009, this event will be signed by a BSL interpreter.

World Museum Liverpool (Treasure House Theatre). 1pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

World Cultures Gallery tour (BSL assisted)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Enjoy a free tour of the World Cultures gallery.

World Museum Liverpool. 1pm and 3pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

Cityscape badges

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Get creative and make your own cityscape badge. Be inspired by the Liver Building, Radio City tower or the city skyline in Ben Johnson’s 'Liverpool Cityscape'. Free.

Walker Art Gallery. 1-4pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

Cityscape badges

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Liverpool is renowned for its wonderful architecture. So whether you’re a fan of the Liver Building, Radio City Tower or the city skyline as a whole, there's certainly lots to inspire you to create the perfect cityscape badge. Free.

Walker Art Gallery. 1-4pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

Musicians' gallery: Ken Johnson - musical activities

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Intriguing, participatory and delightful – suitable for adults if accompanied by young people. Ken was for many years a violinist in the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, and in his spare time welded cow bells and developed a quirky repertoire of funny musical activities to involve audiences and introduce good but unfamiliar music. This session will include both virtuoso playing and lots for visitors to join in. Free event.

Walker Art Gallery (First floor). 2-4pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

Spotlight on the Titanic

Sat, 14 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, 1pm, 2pm and 4pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

Titanic talk

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Curator Dr Alan Scarth gives an illustrated talk about his new book 'Titanic and Liverpool', which will be published soon.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 2pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

Storytelling with Customs

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Stories of the dangerous world of smuggling and the endangered animals and plants that Customs Officers protect.

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

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 1pm, 2pm and 3pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

The wonderful world of penguins

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for a fun-filled craft session as we celebrate the giant penguins in Liverpool this Christmas.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 1-4pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

A touch of colour

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Could you retouch a damaged painting? Test your skill in this free family session. Investigate how important colour can be in the world of conservation. How good are your colour matching skills, how steady is your hand?

National Conservation Centre. 1-4pm, Saturday 21 November 2009.

Reminiscence sessions

Sat, 14 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, Saturday 21 November 2009.

Molly the Friendly Blue Whale

Sun, 15 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 22 November 2009.

Samurai Armour

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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

World Museum Liverpool (Treasure House Theatre). 2.15pm, Sunday 22 November 2009.

Viking craft activities

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Viking craft activities for all the family. Join our craft workshop to make a model Viking long boat or a Viking style brooch with runic writing. Free.

World Museum Liverpool (Weston Discovery Centre). 2.30pm - 4pm, Sunday 22 November 2009.

Green World

Sun, 15 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 22 November 2009.

Jazz at the Walker

Sun, 15 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 22 November 2009.

Rummage

Sun, 15 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 22 November 2009.

Shiver me timbers

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Meet our very own pirate and find out about life on the ocean wave in this interactive storytelling session for ages 8 and under. See if you have what it takes to be a fearsome treasure hunter.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 1.30, 2.30 and 3.30pm, Sunday 22 November 2009.

Sea urchins

Sun, 15 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 22 November 2009.

Carnival crafts

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

An afternoon of arts and craft activities inspired by the colourful world of the carnival.

International Slavery Museum. 1-4pm, Sunday 22 November 2009.

Film: Eastern Encounters

Mon, 16 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 23 November 2009.

Big Art: parent and baby morning

Mon, 16 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 23 November 2009.

DaDafest: Sculptures uncovered

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Explore sculptures by touch. Find out about the artist, materials and processes used. Part of our Dadafest programme. Free.

Lady Lever Art Gallery. 1pm, Tuesday 24 November 2009.

Room closure

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The south rotunda and China rooms will be closed to the public this morning for an event, between 10.30am and 12pm, after which they will re-open to the public.

Lady Lever Art Gallery (Chinese ceramics rooms). 10.30am - 12pm, Tuesday 24 November 2009.

Cityscape event: Study day

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This short study day examines Ben Johnson’s Liverpool Cityscape and its relationship to the city. Its historical context will be explored along with specific architectural sites and buildings portrayed in the painting. Free.

Walker Art Gallery. 10.30am - 2pm, Wednesday 25 November 2009.

Women artists: Paintings, prints and drawings

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This talk explores some of the paintings, prints and drawings on display as well as revealing the interesting lives of the women who made them. Collect a FREE ticket from the welcome desk.

Walker Art Gallery. 1pm, Thursday 26 November 2009.

Paper making

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A hands-on workshop for beginners. Learn about the basic processes of this ancient craft. Find out how to recycle all that junk mail and cut the cost of your greeting cards.

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

National Conservation Centre. 1-4pm, Thursday 26 November 2009.

Edwardian Photography

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Join Dr Ron Callendar for this informative gallery talk. Free.

Lady Lever Art Gallery. 1pm, Thursday 26 November 2009.

Walk for health

Fri, 20 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 27 November 2009.

Pre-Raphaelite paintings

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

An introductory tour of our Pre-Raphaelite paintings. Free, collect a free ticket from the welcome desk or call 0151 478 4178 to book.

Walker Art Gallery. 11-11.40am and 1-1.40pm, Saturday 28 November 2009.

Musicians' gallery: Susan Hedges - voice and keyboard

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Susan is an eclectic singer-songwriter, with what The Times described as 'a collection of elegant and original material'. Susan is back from performing in the USA and Canada, and wants to share her current projects with a home crowd.
'When she sings she hypnotises people’ - Alan Bleasdale, 2005.
'She's already unique, already bold, already amazing …..’ - The Independent.

Find out more on Susan's MySpace page. Free event.

Walker Art Gallery (First floor). 2-4pm, Saturday 28 November 2009.

The six knot challenge

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Are you smart enough to take the six-knot challenge? Find out with our nautical craftsman and expert knot-tyer Dave Walker.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 1-4pm, Saturday 28 November 2009.

Travelling light

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Make your own eco-friendly vehicle out of recycled materials and discover how customs officers protect the environment.

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

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 1-4pm, Saturday 28 November 2009.

Mother Redcap

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The infamous Mother Redcap will captivate you with her tales about the dark and dangerous world of smuggling.

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, Saturday 28 November 2009.

The Waterfront Club – knot tying with Dave Walker

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Dave Walker, our nautical craftsman and expert knot-tyer will be on hand to show you some of his skills. Watch the master, then have a go yourself to make some cool crafts. Are you smart enough to take the six-knot challenge? Come along and find out!

Please note that this is a family event, and National Museums Liverpool cannot take responsibility for any children left unattended.

Merseyside Maritime Museum. 10am-12noon, Saturday 28 November 2009.

Finger puppets workshop

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Take inspiration from paintings such as 'Viscountess Folkestone' by Thomas Gainsborough or 'Gypsy Sisters of Seville' by John Phillip and create your own finger puppet to take away. Free.

Sudley House. 1-4pm, Saturday 28 November 2009.

Picking up the pieces

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Imagine being a conservator faced with the remains of a broken plate with pieces missing. Could you fix it? Come along and give it a go.

National Conservation Centre. 1-4pm, Saturday 28 November 2009.