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This February half term, National Museums Liverpool is hosting free events, exhibitions and workshops for all the family throughout the week. Some of the many highlights include the opening of the Lady Lever Art Gallery Activity Rooms which happened on 13 February 2010, the exciting new interactive exhibition, Plantastic! at World Museum and the Merseyside Maritime Museum’s beautiful exhibition China: Through the Lens of John Thompson.
World Museum
Plantastic!
13 February – 5 September, 2010
A major interactive science exhibition exploring the secret world of plants. Revealing their inner workings, lifecycle, variety, complexity, functionality and beauty as well as their interdependence with insects and animals. The exhibition will also explore environmental issues and the importance of plants to the survival of the planet.
Developed in partnership with the Museon, Technopolis, Le Vaisseau and Bruns.
Family workshops
Every Sunday 2.30-4pm
Free family workshops in the Weston Discovery Centre. Make a shadow puppet from Java, learn about ancient writing from Egypt, gold weights from Ghana or draw like an archaeologist.
Creepy crawly tour
1pm
16, 18 February, 2010
Come behind the scenes and get up close and personal with our creepy crawly collections.
Free Planetarium
Travel to outer space in our incredible space and astronomy show for adults and children over five. Tickets available from 10am from the welcome desk.
Treasure House Theatre
We’ve got a packed programme of free events in our 80-seat theatre. Pick up a ticket from the welcome desk. For more information call 0151 478 4393 or visit www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk
Merseyside Maritime Museum
China: Through the Lens of John Thomson 1868- 1872
5 February – 6 June, 2010
An exhibition of work by Scottish photographer and travel writer John Thomson. The range and depth of his images, taken around the regions of China in the early 1870s mark him out as one of the most important travel photographers in history. The photographs are part of the Wellcome Library, London.
All hands on deck
Intervals between 1 & 4pm
20 February, 2010
Ever wondered why a ship is always a she or what a ‘Fid’ is? Join our resident demonstrator and find out.
Dragons and Lanterns
1-4pm
13, 14, 15 February, 2010
Celebrate Chinese New Year and learn about the year of the Tiger. Make colourful lanterns, fans and dragons.
Spotlight on the Titanic
11am
14 February, 2010
Join our resident demonstrator and hear facts and myths that surround the sinking of the Titanic.
Titanic - The quartermaster’s story
1.30, 2.30 & 3.30pm
14, 21 February, 2010
Robert Hichins was at the wheel when Titanic hit the iceberg. Hear his fascinating story told by our resident actor.
The ultimate experience
2pm
20 February, 2010
Steve Rigby talks about the once in a lifetime experience of diving to the wreck of the Titanic.
Shiver me timbers
1.30, 2.30, 3.30pm
18 February, 2010
Come and meet our very own pirate to find out about a life on the ocean wave and see if you have what it takes to be a fearsome treasure hunter in our interactive storytelling session!
Wartime at the Piermaster’s House
At intervals between 1 & 4pm
13, 15 February, 2010
Meet Rose the Piermaster’s wife as she prepares for another day of rations and blackouts.
Never at sea – the Wrens story
1.30, 2.30, 3.30pm
16 February, 2010
Liverpool played an essential role in winning the Battle of the Atlantic during World War Two. Join our Wren, May Hatton, to hear about the vital work carried out under the streets of the city!
Blue Flu – The story of the Blue Funnel Line
2pm
21 February, 2010
The Blue Funnel Line, founded in 1866 by Alfred Phillip Holt, started the first sailings to the Far East. Find out how important this shipping line was in the development of Liverpool’s Chinatown.
The leaving of Liverpool
1.30, 2.30, 3.30pm
15, 16 February, 2010
Join our travellers and listen to their tales of hope and fear on their way to the New World.
Lizzie - the Piermasters daughter
Intervals between 1&4pm
18 February, 2010
Meet Lizzy in the Piermasters house and find out about life on the dock in wartime Liverpool.
Storytelling on Sea Urchins
11am
14 February, 2010
Story-time fun for your little ones at our early years gallery on the first floor.
Walk, talk and explore
Join our resident experts to learn more about Liverpool’s Chinatown and historic waterfront and get an introduction to the basic techniques of photography. Booking essential. Call 0151 478 4441.
Seized - Revenue and Customs Uncovered - inside Merseyside Maritime Museum
Rummage
1, 1.30, 2, 3 & 3.30pm
13, 14, 20 February, 2010
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.
Pick up a free ticket at the Information Desk in the museum foyer.
Customs contraband
1 – 4pm
13, 20 February, 2010
From counterfeits to cannabis, discover more about customs by getting your hands on our contraband collections.
Explore customs
1-4pm
17, 18 February, 2010
Get your hands on our collections and explore the issues of endangered animals, smuggling and fakes. Includes dressing up for under 7s.
Grave tales
1, 2 & 3pm
14, 21 February, 2010
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.
Mother Redcap
1, 2 & 3pm
19 February, 2010
Mother Redcap will be on the gallery to captivate you with stories and songs about the dark and dangerous world of smuggling around the Mersey.
Sniffer and Smugglebuster
1-4pm
17, 18 February, 2010
Look out for our larger than life Sniffer Dog and his handler as they search around the museum.
International Slavery Museum
Black Britannia
Until 28 February
Lewis Hamilton, Ms Dynamite and John Conteh all star in this exhibition of inspirational photographs by John Ferguson. The exhibition celebrates the contribution Black people have made to British culture over the last few decades and includes teachers, farmers and firefighters alongside household names.
Trafficked
Until 30 August, 2010
Highlighting the ongoing struggle to combat human trafficking around the world through the experiences of people whose lives have been affected by this modern day slave trade.
Handling collection
1–4pm
14 February, 2010
Meet our demonstrator and learn about life in West Africa before transatlantic slavery.
Carnival
12-4pm
21 February, 2010
Celebrate carnival with an afternoon of music, art and fun festivities for all.
African arts and crafts
1–4pm
15 February, 2010
Try your hand at African art and make your own mask to take home.
Expert African batik
11am-4pm
16 February, 2010
Join artist Barbara Maynell and learn from the expert in this hands on workshop. (suitable for over 13’s)
African beats
1.30, 2.30 & 3.30pm
20 February, 2010
Feel the beat with an afternoon of African drumming and tribal dance.
Destination freedom
2 & 3pm
17 February, 2010
Based on the true story of William and Ellen Craft, this performance tells of Ellen’s personal journey from enslavement to freedom.
Walker Art Gallery
Big Art for Little Artists
Craft activities 11am - 4pm
Big Art for Little Artists is our children’s gallery that brings art to life through paintings, sculpture, toys and costumes. Get creative with hands-on activities and interactive fun!
The Rise of Women Artists
Until 14 March
The work of pioneering women artists is celebrated in this compelling exhibition. Featuring work by Lavinia Fontana, Fiona Rae and Paula Rego.
Aubrey Williams: Atlantic Firev
15 January until 11 April
An exhibition of paintings by Guyanese artist Aubrey Williams. His work is alive with colour and motion and the exhibition includes some of Williams’ vibrant large scale oil paintings.
Quick draw macaw
1-4pm
15, 19 February, 2010
Have a go at drawing the World Museum’s collection of macaws and other birds. (Suitable for over 5’s)
Valentines
1-4pm
13, 14 February, 2010
Get into the spirit of Valentines day and make a card inspired by paintings such as Venus and Anchises by William Blake Richmond. (Suitable for over 3’s)
Something Wild
1-4pm
15, 16 February, 2010
Be inspired by our storybook Something Wild … at the Walker Art Gallery. Make your own artwork inspired by the book and our collections.
Angels and cherubs
1-4pm
17, 18 February, 2010
Based on Annie Swynnerton’s beautiful painting of an angel in The Sense of Sight, create your own angel picture using collage materials. (Suitable for over 5’s)
Something Wild … storytelling
1, 2 & 3pm
13, 14 February, 2010
Something Wild… at the Walker Art Gallery is our exciting 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. Collect a ticket from the Welcome desk on the day.(Suitable for over 5’s)
Art alive: The Rise of Women Artists
1-4pm
16, 17, 18, 19, 20 February, 2010
Meet Victorian artist Henrietta Ward. Enjoy a mini tour of the exhibition and explore the artworks and stories of some of the artists featured. Collect a ticket from the Welcome desk on the day. (Suitable for over 9’s)
Sudley House
A Sweet Life
Until Spring 2010
Handbags, shoes, hatpins and gowns: Emily Margaret Tinne was a wealthy doctor’s wife with a love for shopping. This exhibition displays stunning clothes and accessories that formed part of her extensive wardrobe between 1910 and 1940. Photographs and recently unearthed family letters also give an insight into the life the Tinne family led in the affluent suburbs of South Liverpool.
Crowns
1-4pm
19 February, 2010
Create your own crown inspired by A Girl with her Dog by the British School using a variety of collage materials. (Suitable for over 5’s)
Handprint parrots
1-4pm
20 February, 2010
Be inspired by paintings such as Viscountess Folkestone by Gainsborough or Gypsy Sisters of Seville by John Phillip and make your own finger puppet. (Suitable for over 5’s)
Lady Lever Art Gallery
An Edwardian Family Album
Until 3 May 2010
An exhibition of photographs giving a fascinating insight into the life of a middle class family at the beginning of the 20th century. Showing the Urton family of Bebington on the Wirral, the images capture the family at home, on days out to the coast and excursions further afield.
Chinese New Year celebrations
13, 14 February, 2010
Liverpool’s Hung Gar Kung Fu Club perform a lion dance to celebrate Chinese New Year. At intervals throughout the day – call gallery for more information.
Chinese New Year crafts
1-4pm
13, 14, 18, 19 February, 2010
Make your own lucky money envelope, decorative fire cracker and paper lanterns.
Tiger mask making
1-4pm
15, 16, 17 February, 2010
Celebrate Chinese Year of the Tiger by making your own tiger mask.
Storytelling
1, 2, 3pm
15, 17 February, 2010
Join us for storytelling inspired by the Edwardian Family Album exhibition.
National Conservation Centre
Spirit of Liverpool
1-4pm
13, 20 February, 2010
Learn about one of the largest marble sculptures in the country and have fun modelling a new sculpture to represent Liverpool.
Moulding and casting
1-4pm
16, 18 February, 2010
Family fun discovering how conservators make use of moulding and casting.
Meet the conservators
12-4pm
17 February, 2010
Come and meet the team who look after our collections. Demonstrations and activities for all.
Venue Information
Walker Art Gallery
William Brown Street, Liverpool
Admission: FREE
Open: 10am-5pm every day
Information 0151 478 4199
Website liverpoolmuseums.org.uk
World Museum Liverpool
William Brown Street, Liverpool
Admission FREE
Open 10am-5pm every day
Information 0151 478 4393
Website liverpoolmuseums.org.uk
Lady Lever Art Gallery
Port Sunlight Village, Wirral
Admission FREE
Open 10am-5pm every day
Information 0151 478 4136
Website liverpoolmuseums.org.uk
Merseyside Maritime Museum
Albert Dock, Liverpool
Admission FREE
Open 10am-5pm every day
Information 0151 478 4499
Website liverpoolmuseums.org.uk
International Slavery Museum
Albert Dock, Liverpool
Admission FREE
Open 10am-5pm every day
Information 0151 478 4499
Website liverpoolmuseums.org.uk
Sudley House
Mossley Hill Road, Aigburth, Liverpool
Admission FREE
Open 10am-5pm every day
Information 0151 724 3245
Website liverpoolmuseums.org.uk
National Conservation Centre
Whitechapel, Liverpool
Admission FREE
Open 10am-5pm every day
Information 0151 478 4999
Website liverpoolmuseums.org.uk
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