Featuring work by four artists from the South Sefton Art Group: George Lee, John Edwards, Tony Blackwell and Lorraine Bacchus. Editions Gallery, 16 Cook Street, L2 9RF.PV: Thursday 13 August from 17.00-19.30.Until 11 September 2026. Monday-Friday.
Event type: Exhibition
Jalsaghar Closing Event with Jennifer Lee Tsai
Join us for an evening of pop-up poetry readings by Bluecoat’s Artist in Residence Jennifer Lee Tsai. A number of Tsai’s poems that share themes with the exhibition have been selected by both Tsai and exhibiting artist Debjani Banerjee, and will be read against the backdrop of Jalsaghar.
Free, booking required
The International Festival of Glass
Taking place over the August bank holiday weekend, The International Festival of Glass will bring together artists, collectors, designers, and the public to celebrate the creativity and innovation of contemporary glass art, while celebrating the history of glass in the region.
There will be opportunities to enjoy demonstrations by some of the world’s leading glass artists, get involved in hands-on workshops for all ages, and find out more about the importance of glass manufacturing for the local area.
A number of local organisations, such as Buzz Hub, are already involved and helping to develop ideas and plans alongside The World of Glass, which is acting as the main hub for activities. If anyone in the community has ideas around a glassy activity or creative opportunity, the Glass Art Society is keen to hear from you! Similarly, businesses are encouraged to reach with their ideas for potential festival offers in pubs, restaurants and shops in the local area.
Exhibitions
Three major juried exhibitions will be on display at The World of Glass from 27 August – 1 November, 2026.
In addition, the public will have the opportunity to see selected works from organisations such as the Contemporary Glass Society and others during the Festival weekend.
The British Glass Biennale showcases the best of British glass art happening in the UK today, and is the largest-selling show of contemporary glass art.
International Bead + Jewellery Biennale
2026 marks the first year that this exhibition will include jewellery. It features creations that are predominantly made of glass and welcomes all glassmaking techniques.
International GAS Member Exhibition
Open to all Members and Student Members of GAS, this exhibition provides artists with the opportunity to show their work within the context of British glass and showcase their craft on an international stage. A selection of works will subsequently travel to London Glassblowing.
Community Glass Mosaic
A highlight of the weekend is a chance to contribute to the community mosaic project. Led by American glass artist Carrie Strope, designs are currently being developed, with input from local schools and local organisations. Everyone in the area over the Festival weekend will have the chance to help create the mosaic, laying individual pieces, which will go on to become a permanent addition to The World of Glass.
You can now pop into the museum to design a logo that will become part of the community mosaic and built by visitors during the festival weekend!
Julia Carter Preston at the Bluecoat
Fri 11 Sep – Sun 8 Nov
To celebrate the centenary of the popular Liverpool artist Julia Carter Preston (1926- 2012), five Liverpool venues (The Bluecoat, Bluecoat Display Centre, Liverpool Hope University, The Walker Art Gallery, and Victoria Gallery and Musuem) are staging exhibitions on her life and work, which is explored in an accompanying symposium.
Julia Carter Preston had a studio overlooking the Bluecoat garden for many years. This archive display charts her long association with the arts centre, which her father Edward Carter Preston was involved in founding. It comprises photographs, documents and plaques commissioned to mark anniversaries of the Bluecoat Society of Arts.
Known for her distinctive ceramics, Julia was recognised for reviving the technique of sgraffito in the twentieth century. This involves scratching through a coating of clay slip on a surface to reveal an underlying layer, creating contrasting decoration.
Free entry
Melting Moments
Get snowed in, in our learning space this winter, as we are inspired by the endangered habitats of the arctic and polar regions. This activity highlights the rich diversity of animals and plant life that are fighting to survive in these disappearing landscapes.
You’ll use different art rubbing techniques to create different textures.
Take inspiration from artworks in Tate’s collection, including Anya Gallaccio’s White Ice, L.S. Lowry’s Winter in Broughton, Briton Riviere’s Beyond Man’s Footsteps, Ed Ruscha’s Pay Nothing Until April and John Brett’s Glacier of Rosenlaui.
Our Learning Space is open every day for visiting families- a space to relax and create with art games, colouring-in, books, toys and more!
Share your experience with us on social media using @tateliverpool and #TLfamilies.
Accessibility
Tate Liverpool is temporarily located at RIBA North, Mann Island, a short distance (425m) along Liverpool’s iconic waterfront. There is step free access to the main entrance. There is a lift to the first floor gallery, or alternatively you can take the stairs.
- Toilets are located on the first floor
- The nearest Changing Places toilet is located at the Museum of Liverpool
- Ear defenders are available to borrow. Please ask a Visitor Engagement Assistant
Additional seating is also available. Please ask a member of staff if you require assistance.To help plan your visit to Tate Liverpool + RIBA North, have a look at our visual story. It includes photographs and information of what you can expect from a visit to the gallery.For more information before your visit:Email visiting.liverpool@tate.org.uk
The Refuge: Photography Exhibition
The RefugeLiverpool Arab Arts Festival 2026 – Photography exhibition(In collaboration with the Exhibition Research Lab Gallery at John Moores University)
Through the eclectic perspectives of contemporary photography artists, the group exhibition The Refuge reflects on the notion of ‘home’ in the context of today’s Arabness. Each work explores nuanced stories of displacement and longing, whiler evealing home as a paradox in transition – whether rooted in place and territory, carried through family and sociocultural heritage, or shaped by memory, movement, and lived geographies.
ARTISTS: Abdulrahman Hassona, Farah Maktari, Houari Bouchenak, Lydia Saidi, Maya-Ines Touam, Shareef Sarhan
July 16th – July 24th
Mondays & Wednesdays 11am – 5pmTuesdays & Thursdays 12pm – 5pm
VENUE: The Exhibition Research Lab Gallery, John Moores University
LAUNCHThursday 16th JulyStart – 6.00pmFinish – 8.00pm – CLICK HERE
ARTIST TALKWednesday 22 JulyThe Exhibition Research Lab Gallery, John Moores UniversityStart: 2pmEstimated finish time: 4pmPrice: FREE – Register to attend
Take to the Greenwood
Take to the Greenwood – to escape into the forest. As stated in the 20th Century novel Maurice by E.M Forster, ‘such…can vanish’ into the woodlands.
Those such, the LGBTQIA+ community, can escape from the world with its prejudices, judgements and threat; a retreat to nature for ecological, political and romantic stances. Forster also created the woodland Piney Copse, a safe space for him, his friends and lovers. Furthermore, literature like A Shropshire Lad, the tale of Robin Hood as well as texts about the Arcadian utopias of Ancient Greece and Rome, queer the pastoral.
The display is held at Liverpool Art Space at CASS Art from Monday, 3rd August to Saturday, 15th August for a group exhibition. The private view is held 5 – 7pm on the 3rd with drinks and a DJ set from Queer This Liverpool.Liverpool Art Space is a central community space within CASS Art, located next to the historic Bluecoat, which supports and encourages local creativity and beyond.
Manchester Gardens @ Digital Window Gallery
Launch: 12 July / 2pm – 4pm / Open Eye Gallery / RSVP
Manchester Gardens is our new Digital Window Gallery exhibition in collaboration with Manchester Photography Collective.
In June, Manchester Photography Collective invited its members to submit thoughtful and visually engaging photo-stories exploring people’s relationships with gardens. From local parks, flowers and wildlife to the people and communities shaping urban gardens, each photo series highlights the diverse perspectives of MPC and how they interact with green spaces around Manchester, the North-West and beyond.
Featuring works by: Adam Tellouche, AJ Mayne, Alex Bennett, Alishah Iqbal, Andrew Ashley, Arron McCabe, Beth Louise Halstead, Dana Wang, Darya Dickinson, Eleanor Woodley, Eli Clack, Harmeet Singh, Harry Flaherty, Heidi Reece, James Skipwith, James Walton, Lee Cooper, Natalie Persoglio, Noble Siby, Raoul-Ross D’souza, Rodrigo Moctezuma Araoz, Sein, Sepideh Shahgholi, and Vijay Budarkatti.
Summer Show at the LAKE Gallery
The 2026 Summer Show at the LAKE Gallery brings together a colourful collection of contemporary work from artists working with paint, printmaking and porcelain. This mixed exhibition showcases paintings and original prints by local artists Karl Hughes and Gill Curry. And the gallery is delighted to introduce visitors to Cumbrian artist Sam Harrison’s bold, abstract paintings and a selection of stunning sculptural porcelain pieces by Yorkshire artist Kate Buckley.
The exhibition opens on Thursday 2nd July and runs until Saturday 8th August
Opening times: Thurs – Sat, 11am – 4pm
Rachel Maclean & Maria Walsh In Conversation
Exhibiting artist Rachel Maclean is joined by researcher and art critic Maria Walsh to discuss her latest film work, They’ve Got Your Eyes.
Together, they’ll explore Maclean’s surreal worlds, discussing her creative process and the development of the work.