Detector dogs have been helping to safeguard our ports and airports for many years. Each dog works with a handler from Border Force to detect hidden objects including drugs, weapons and other smuggled goods.
Throughout August, the Museum is hosting special visits from these highly skilled dogs with a unique chance to see them in action and find out more.
Demonstrations will take place every 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd August. Sessions will take place each day at 12 noon, 1pm and 2pm.
Sessions are drop-in, no booking required, and will take place in the 4th floor Lecture Theatre at the Maritime Museum. All welcome!
Find out more about the work of detector dogs and the Border Force in their Seized! gallery in the basement.
Join in this interactive session to find out about Wallace Hartley a violinist and bandleader on board RMS Titanic on its maiden voyage.
See if you can identify what type of music passengers would have been listening to during the period in which the ship sailed.
No need to book, just drop-in.
Sessions at 11am, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
Find out about famous record album covers from Liverpool musicians and create your own in this fun craft activity for all the family.
Sessions on 9, 10 and 11 August at 11am-12noon and at 1:30pm-4pm.
In wartime and in peace Cunard was, and continues to be, a central part of Liverpool’s maritime story. Discover their maritime history collections which explore the long association between Cunard and its spiritual home, Liverpool.
Their museum facilitator will share Cunard’s story with visitors to the waterfront ahead of Liverpool hosting the spectacular naming ceremony for its newest ship Queen Anne.
Sessions: 1:30pm – 4pm
24th, 29th, 30th May and 2nd June
Head along and meet the Happy Snappers and explore their beautiful photographs from across the Wirral.
The Happy Snappers are a wonderful friendly group of both Deaf people and BSL users, who enjoy getting together and exploring some of the Wirral’s gems and wildlife with their cameras.
Do you remember Meccano? Maybe you played with Meccano or know someone who worked at the Meccano factory?
Find out more by joining their fictional character Alexander Carlisle to hear about their life and times, working for Meccano in Liverpool.
Opportunities at 11am-12noon and 1:30pm-4pm
A lino printing workshop for young people aged 16-24 years old, inspired by the Bees exhibition
In this workshop, which is suitable for beginners, you will learn how to design and cut out your lino to create your own unique print. You will get to print your design on paper and also a tote bag to take home with you.
All materials are included and no previous experience is needed.
This workshop is for young people aged 16-24 years old.
Please note that some sharp objects may be used in this workshop due to the nature of the print methods. If you will need any additional support or if there is anything they can do to make this session more accessible for you, please get in touch by emailing youngpeople@liverpoolmuseums.org.uk.
Be inspired by the world-class artworks on display at the Lady Lever Art Gallery and hone your own skills depicting the human form in these life drawing sessions.
They will use a diversity of models to explore different body types and present shorter and longer poses to give you the opportunity to develop your skills.
All sessions are held in the splendour of the Lady Lever Art Gallery and will have very limited places to maintain a relaxed and intimate atmosphere.
These sessions are suitable for absolute beginners as well as more experienced artists. Tickets cost £15 and can be purchased in advance.
Basic art materials will be provided but if you would like to bring your own you are welcome to. Please note that there are no facilities for washing brushes or palettes.
…Ready for it?
Join the team in celebrating Taylor Swift’s arrival in Liverpool with a special, one-of-a-kind Screen Printing Workshop at the Bluecoat. Step into your printing Era with them!
Create your own Taylor Swift-inspired tote bag and poster print under the expert guidance of local artist and print specialist, Ivy McIntyre. Select from a range of unique designs inspired by Taylor Swift, each featuring a marked date, ensuring every print becomes a cherished keepsake.
After the printing session, participants will be invited to sit, relax, and craft personalised friendship bracelets. Eras-themed cocktails will also be available for purchase from the bar. Don’t miss out on this fun and memorable event!
They have three sessions available:
Session 1: 1pm – 2pm
Session 2: 2pm – 3pm
Session 3: 3pm – 4pm
Tickets: £28 per person, materials included. Booking essential.
Meet Curator Nicola Scott to discover a highlight of the Renaissance Galleries.
Learn more about a rare home furnishing that once graced the walls of a 16th-century palace. ‘Fortitude’ means courage in the face of adversity. This talk will explore the heroism of the people pictured. It will reveal the woven stories of some feisty female characters.
