A free exhibition celebrating the meeting of John Lennon and Yoko Ono is launching to the public today (18 May) at the Museum of Liverpool. The arrival of ‘Double Fantasy – John & Yoko’ coincides with this year’s LightNight and the eve of the 50th anniversary of the couple’s first night ... Read More...
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UNESCO representatives are to give their perspective on Liverpool’s World Heritage Site amid ongoing concerns the city could lose the status. Residents are being invited to register for a series of seminars featuring heritage officials including UNESCO’s chief of the Europe and North America unit, Isabelle Anatole-Gabriel. Organised by social enterprise Engage ... Read More...
The medals of Captain Noel Chavasse, the only serviceman to be awarded the Victoria Cross (VC) twice during the First World War are to go on display at the Museum of Liverpool next month. Timed to coincide with the centenary of the Third Battle of Ypres (31 July 1917), the exhibition ... Read More...
Sgt Pepper at 50: Liverpool music aficionados share their take on groundbreaking album As Liverpool revels in a packed programme of events celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Beatles’ ‘Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band’, Your Move has assembled a panel of the city’s music and arts aficionados to get their ... Read More...
A new photographic exhibition capturing the rise to fame of Gerry and the Pacemakers will go on display in Liverpool this summer. The Museum of Liverpool will display 30 images of the Merseybeat group by local photographers Graham Spencer and Peter Kaye. Launching on 14 July until 7 January 2018, the exhibition ... Read More...
What's on in Liverpool Event listings for 7 - 20 April 2017 7 April - 14 May LOOK/17: Liverpool International Photography Festival Various venues A celebration of the city’s long-standing relationship with Hong Kong, with exhibitions taking place at venues including the Open Eye Gallery and Museum of Liverpool. 8 April Liverpool Organic Brewery Tour Liverpool Organic Brewery An opportunity ... Read More...
National Museums Liverpool contributes around £53 million to the local economy according to new figures. The organisation’s attractions are also said to be bucking the trend with an increase in visitors while numerous national museums are reporting a fall in numbers. As it launches its ‘Making a Difference’ social and economic impact ... Read More...
Human rights activist Stuart Milk will make an appearance in Liverpool this month during an LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) equality celebration. The nephew of civil rights leader Harvey Milk will headline a day of talks and performances as part of ‘Outing the Past: The 3rd National Festival of Lesbian, ... Read More...
Christmas 2016: Liverpool Gift Guide An eclectic Liverpool gift guide to cater for all tastes and budgets this Christmas. Curated by Matthew Smith Under £20 Traditional Wooden Naughts and Crosses Game £4 Tilly Mint Crosby, Crooks Road, L23 This traditional game will keep the kids happy on Christmas morning and is an ideal stocking filler. 111 Places in ... Read More...
Liverpool families researching relatives who served in the First World War can access expert help during a special event this weekend. The Museum of Liverpool will host a family history day on Saturday (3 September) and representatives from numerous societies and organisations will be on hand to speak to visitors. The event, ... Read More...