Events
National Science Week
10am–4pm Mar 7 to 16
Drop in and celebrate science, organised by science enthusiasts, sharing their knowledge, skills and inspiration. This year we are offering a range of free activities for the whole family to take part, focusing on the interaction between our demonstrators, the collections and visitors.
Free Planetarium
Come and explore outer space without even leaving your chair in our exciting show about space and astronomy for adults and children over five. Tickets available from the information desk, from 10am and up to five minutes before each performance
Mon to Fri 2.30 & 3.15pm
Sat & Sun 2.15, 3.15 & 4.05pm
Special programme
Mon to Fri 4.05pm The Winter Night Sky, specially for adults and over 7s
Sat & Sun 1.15pm The Sunshine Show, especially for under 7s.
1.45pm The Winter Night Sky’, specially for adults and over 7s
Additional shows at holiday times
Treasure House Theatre
At the Treasure House Theatre, we hold all sorts of exciting and interesting events in our 80-seater theatre. All tickets are free from the information desk. This, our Capital of Culture year we offer a programme that includes:
Ancient civilisations
Pop in and see one of our 20-minute films covering subjects such as Ancient Egypt, Saxons, Vikings, and Romans in Britain.
Food for thought
Visit our Time Travel café where our intrepid chef and waiter will take you on a journey through the history of food. Discover how our ancestors fished, grew, fought and found their dinner. But you’ll have to race to get back in time to save the café from closing, before the dodgy TASTIE machine leaves you stranded.
Samurai armour
Discover the armour of the Samurai warrior in this demonstration using replica 16th century armour. This is your chance to get up close and personal with a piece of history.
Molly the friendly blue whale
Join Rosie or Captain Undersea in this tall tale of a brave whale that escapes a cruel captain, “Boo” and save her friends in a storm – “Hooray”. (ages 3-7)
For above dates and times call 0151 478 4393 or visit www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk
Hung Gar Kung Fu Club
Feb 2, 9
2.30 & 3.30pm
Take your seat for a stunning demonstration of martial arts.
Live video links
Feb 11, 12, 13, Mar 18, 25, 26
3pm
Visit our website and click what’s on for news of exciting live links.
Creepy crawly tours
Feb 12, Mar 18
1pm
Come behind-the-scenes and get a fly’s eye view of the museum.
Close encounters with spiders
Feb 15, 21
2pm
Join Jenny Dobson from the Bug House, meet some amazing arachnids, and learn about their fascinating world and relatives
British birds of prey
Feb 16
2 & 3pm
Discover some of nature’s most beautiful predators in this live presentation by North Wales Reptile and Raptor Centre.
Atrium
Hung Gar Kung Fu Club
Feb 2, 9
2 & 3pm
Don’t miss your chance to see a performance of a traditional lion dance for Chinese New Year.
Clore Natural History Centre
Say hello to Horace
Feb 2
2–4pm
Meet Horace the hedgehog and others in the Clore Natural History Centre.
Weston Discovery Centre
Imbolc crafts
Feb 3
2.30–4pm
Celebrate the pagan festival of Imbolc by making your own corn dollies and window charms to take home. Children must be supervised by an adult.
Inro and Netsuke workshop
Mar 19, 26
2.30–4pm
In Japan, people celebrate the coming of the cherry blossom in spring. Join us and make your very own blossom, Inros (toggles) and Netsukes (boxes). Take inspiration from those in our collection.
Community Base
Creative Arts
Feb 17, Mar 16
1.30 – 3.30pm
Check out our brand new creative arts workshop for 11 to 18 year olds.
World Cultures Gallery
Freedom – Who’s set the borders?*
Until 16 Mar
This textile piece, created by two community groups working with artist Maryam Patala, represents the constant changes in time, place, politics and people.
Carwash – a documentary *
Until Nov 19
An installation produced by Tina Gharavi that explores the working lives of refugees and migrant workers that have recently moved to the UK.
* This travelling exhibition highlights some of the issues faced by refugees and asylum seekers. Created for our Engaging Refugees & Asylum Seekers Project in partnership with Salford Museum & Art Gallery, Tyne & Wear Museums and Leicester City Museums Service.
Talks
The Botany Collections
February 5
12.30–1pm*
Donna Young and Wendy Atkinson introduce the museum’s extensive collections.
The Evolution of the Liverbird
March 12
12.30–1pm*
Ian Wallace asks the question – what does the Liverbird look like? When was it first seen? How has it changed since then? Join him to find out the truth.
Merseyside Flowers
April 8
12.30–1pm*
Take an in-depth look at the flora of Merseyside with Steve Cross.
* In the Treasure House Theatre. Free tickets are available from the information desk on the day.
Extras
Fair Trade shop
Selling a wide range of jewellery, crafts, chocolate and gifts from around the world.
Toyshop
With a full range of pocket money priced souvenirs, toys and books for younger visitors.
Top floor café
Daily 10am- 4pm
Offering a selection of hot and cold meals, snacks and drinks. Children’s lunchboxes, menu and highchairs available. Hot food served between 11.30am- 3.30pm.
Ground floor coffee shop
Daily 10am- 4.30pm
Offering a selection of hot and cold drinks, snacks and cakes. Highchairs available.
Picnic area
Daily 10am- 4.30pm
Indoor picnic area with drinks machine.