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Race up all the steps at StGeorge’s HallTake a ferry across the MerseyPlay XBox at Central LibraryHave your picture taken with a SuperlambananaFeed the squirrels in Formby pinewoodsSee the dinosoaur skeletons at the World MuseumSee a panto at the Empire TheatreCheck out the creatures in a rock pool in New BrightonSpot the seals off Hilbre IslandRide the baboon bus at Knowlsey Safari Park

The Family Zone is back once more at Liverpool International Music Festival (LIMF) Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd JulySefton Park, L17 1ALLIMF's family zone has a giant Hungry Hippo game

The Club House also makes a return where children will have the chance to dance away in LIMF's child friendly club playing all of the "Summer of Love" tracks to rock out to.

Black-e Youth Circus will perform a magical mystery tour through Sergeant Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band with a stunning performance combining gymnastics, aerial, tight wire and ground based circus.

For the little ones looking for a short escape there will be a Story Time, settle down onto the comfy cushions and hear tales from faraway lands and great adventures. Family and children’s zone open is open Friday from 5pm to 7pm, and Saturday and Sunday, 12pm to 6pm.

Liverpool VG&M's holiday workshops

Make a three-dimensional cardboard city skyline, create your own rat character using recycled materials and random arts and crafts materials or create willow lanterns and paper fans in these fun free workshops.

Victoria Gallery and Museum, Ashton Street, Liverpool L69 3DRThursday, July 27 to Thursday, August 31, from 1pm

Have a kick about at the Albert Dock Monday, July 24 to Friday, August 11

The Albert Dock will host free coaching sessions of an artificial football pitch  (Image: Richard Birch)

A huge artificial football pitch is coming to the Albert Dock this summer - with free coaching sessions for kids.

The attraction has teamed up with Everton in the Community and the LFC Foundation to launch Summer Football on the Dock .

The event will kick off on Monday, July 24 when coaches will be demonstrating the tricks of the sport at Mermaid Courtyard next to the Tate Liverpool .

The urban beach

Running until Sunday September 3rd

The urban beach at Calderstones Park, L18 3JD

Enjoy a free family day out in Stanley Park at KidsFest Sunday August 20th

Stanley Park is set to turn into a children’s paradise this summer as the James Bulger Memorial Trust returns with its third annual KidsFest.The free festival will take place on and is set to be bigger and better than ever before as it expands into a new space in Stanley Park.

There will be stages with a selection of entertainment throughout the day including performers and BBC’s Pitch Battle’s LMA choir.Families can also have a go at a Royal Marine assault course, lazer tag, zorbing and giant ball game dart pool (a game that mixes football and darts).

Go fly a kite

When the weather's a bit brisk why not head to your nearest open space and fly that new kite you've been dying to try out.From beaches to parks there are brilliant places all around Liverpool, Wirral and beyond to visit for the windy weather.

Follow the Mermaid Trail in New BrightonMermaid Trail number 5 The Mermaid of Memories on the Promenade at New Brighton, Wirral  ( Image: Colin Lane)

If you’re looking for an enchanting trek across New Brighton, then try the Mermaid Trail.

The half a dozen colourful creations are inspired by the Black Rock Mermaid, which is said to have appeared to a sailor in New Brighton in the 18th Century.

You can find the mermaids at Kings Parade, Seabank Road, Vale Park, Promenade, Victoria Parade and Black Rock Mermaid.

Walk by a lighthouse at OgletTake a stroll along the muddy banks of the Oglet shore from Liverpool John Lennon Airport towards Hale Head Lighthouse. There is plenty of wildlife to spot and the area, on the shore of the River Mersey off Dungeon Lane, used to be a popular haunt for Beatles George Harrison, Paul McCartney and his brother Mike who would often visit Oglet on their bikes as children and play in the fields.Access to the beach from Dungeon Lane in Speke or Lighthouse Lane in Hale.

Get sporty this summer

Running from Thursday, July 20 until Sunday, September 3

Head to Liverpool ONE and let the kids enjoy a day of sporting activities.Inspired by the city’s 2022 Commonwealth Bid, Liverpool ONE will host a range of summer sports on Chavasse Park from 10 to 6pm daily.

Keep fit and active during the summer break and try out a variety of commonwealth sports including a 100m running track, table tennis, artistic gymnastics and long jump.

You can enjoy everything from long jump to lawn bowls, bumper boats to basketball and more.

Ideal for children aged three to 12, these drop-in sessions are free with no need to book and will feature activities such as hockey, athletics, cricket and high jump! As if all of this wasn’t exciting enough, there will be a winners’ podium so you can pose like Usain Bolt and deckchairs so you can take a well earned rest!

Chavasse Park, Liverpool ONEJoin Derby Mouse for arts and crafts Wednesday, July 26, August 2, 9, 16, 23, 10.30am to 12.30pm

Brighten the school holidays with free family fun each week. Join Derby Mouse every Wednesday for some summer fun.Enjoy arts and crafts activities with a summer theme and a photo opportunity with Derby Mouse himself.Why not stay for lunch? Kids can eat for free with every paying adult in the Welsford Restaurant.Liverpool Cathedral, St James Mount, Liverpool, L1 7AZ

Go on an adventure to Hilbre Islands Nature Reserve Visitor Centre is open 10am to 5pmHilbre Islands are cut off from the mainland by the tide for up to four hours out of every 12. If you are planning a visit to the Islands you must allow yourself enough time so you can leave Hilbre at least three hours before high water, or longer if you have small children or walk slowly.

It takes about 1 hour to cross the 2 miles to Hilbre. Alternatively, you must set out from West Kirby at least three hours before high Water and allow for a stay of five hours or more on Hilbre. Tide tables can be purchased locally and are on display at Dee Lane slipway. There are no shops, public toilets or any fresh water on the Islands, and very little shelter (toilets are available at Dee Lane Slipway, West Kirby; open 10am-6pm) so be prepared.

Visitor Centre, Wirral Country Park, Station Road, Thurstaston

Make some pottery

Why not let your children try their hands at arts and crafts and have fun at the same time?

Pottery making is a great activity for your little ones to show off their creative side.

Fun pottery making classes for kids in Liverpool and beyond

China Butterfly , 105 Altcar Road, Formby, L37 4ED. Call 01704 831709.

Jenny Wren’s Ceramics, 3 West Avenue, Stockton Heath, Warrington, WA4 6HT. Call 01925 552570.

The Potting Shed, 12-14 Market Street, Hoylake, Wirral, CH47 2AE. Call 0151 336 3000.

lovepottery@hotmail.com or call Gemma on 07546 627471 or Kerri on 07565 739104.

Charleys Ceramics just by the Boat Museum, 7b Craft Workshop, South Pier Road, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire CH65 4FW. Call 0151 538 7215 or 07594 675192.

Pack up a picnic

(Image: Peter Cade Getty Images)

There are so many beautiful places across Liverpool and beyond which make the perfect picnic spots for a day out with the family.Whether you're looking for a spot to relax with a bite while the kids play, a secret spot that won't be too crowded or a place to lay down your blanket in Wirral with beautiful views - you won't be disappointed.

The city has no end of gorgeous spots to enjoy a lazy afternoon picnic, from sprawling estates such as Speke Hall and Croxteth Country Park, to several locations along the Mersey, on both sides of the river - including Otterspool and New Brighton .Get yourself in a lather at Port SunlightChildren cool off in the pond in front of the Lady Lever in Port Sunlight

Port Sunlight is argued to be the finest surviving example of early urban planning in the UK. The late 19th Century village was built by William Hesketh Lever (later Viscount Leverhulme) to house his soap factory workers at Lever Brothers which eventually turned into the global giant Unilever.Port Sunlight is now a Conservation Area and a major tourist attraction. The village is set in 130 acres of beautifully-maintained parkland with a mature treescape.King George’s Drive, Wirral

Build sandcastles on the beach

Weather Pic. Visitors on the beach at sunny New Brighton,Wirral.Merseyside has no shortage of amazing beaches including in Wirral, so when the sun shines take advantage of the hot weather.Let the kids run wild along the long stretches of sand and build huge castles while you relax with a book under the parasol.Or if you fancy travelling a bit further afield than check out these hidden beaches that are well worth the drive from Liverpool.

Tickle the Ivories Is back at Liverpool One Until September 3rd

The sound of music will once again fill the streets of Liverpool as the North West’s favourite piano festival, Tickle the Ivories, returns this summer.Back for its seventh year, six pianos will be dotted around Liverpool ONE, celebrating the region’s vast musical talent.To book a slot on one a piano, visit the website or contact Open Culture on 0151 478 4550.Wander Childwall Woods Open 24 hours all year

Childwall Woods is classed as an ancient woodland. Once owned by the Gascoigne family (yes Bamber Gascoigne) and later by the Marquis of Salisbury, the woodlands are now classed as an official nature reserve. Hunt for tree faces, bugs or build a den.

Access from Childwall Park Avenue, Childwall Abbey Road and Woolton Road

Stroll in Calderstones ParkOpen 24 hours all year round (Image: Gavin Trafford)

Take a stroll around the magnificent Japanese Garden with its breathtaking plants or let the children play on the “Linda McCartney” play area (sponsored and paid for by Paul McCartney).The climbing frame is second to none, according to former Liverpool park ranger Richie Baker. See too if you can spot the 1,000 year old oak tree. Calderstones Road, Liverpool

Take a walkTake a walk by the Walled Garden in Greenbank Park Open all yearThe walled garden, in Greenbank Park is an ideal spot for families with little ones. The park was purchased by the Council from the Rathbone family in 1897 and was the first of Liverpool’s park to develop an ‘Old English Garden’ and boating lake.Kids and adults alike can enjoy the beauty of the walled garden with its covered walkways and raised rose beds, kids can play hide and seek and explore the nooks and crannies of this garden without going far, while parents can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. There is a children’s playground as well as football pitches. Greenbank Park, Mossley Hill

Feed the ducks in Sefton Park

Open daily Grab some lettuce, defrosted frozen peas or sweetcorn, oats, seeds or rice and head to this ever popular park. And, when the ducks paddle off you can admire the Palm House, visit the Fairy Glen or explore Old Nick’s Caves.Access from Queen’s Drive, Greenbank Drive, Greenbank Road, Aigburth Drive, Lark Lane and Elmswood Road

Have a game of rounders or cricket in Royden Country Park Open 24 hours all year round

Royden boasts large  open areas  where children can play freely. During the summer bank holidays model train enthusiasts run a steam powered passenger locomotive which is a big hit with kids of all ages.And arts and crafts fairs are held during bank holiday weekends where you can purchase items made by Wirral craftsmen and women.Hill Bark Road, Irby

Get Fit at Walton Hall Park Open all year roundThere’s a fun fitness trail around the park, with a range of keep fit stations and suggested exercises. One complete loop around the fitness trail is 3.25km.Walton Hall Avenue, Liverpool

Play football in Stanley ParkOpen 6am to 9.30pm Sandwiched between Anfield and Goodison there can’t be anywhere better to kick a ball around than in the middle of the sacred soccer grounds of Everton and Liverpool. And if the inspiration of two footballing giants doesn’t grab you, you can admire the Grade II listed Isla Gladstone Conservatory; fish in the park   lakes (a permit is required for angling) or just enjoy the swings, multi-play, roundabout and see-saw in the play area.Walton Lane and Anfield Road, AnfieldRoll down the hills in Princes ParkOpen all year roundPrinces Park is a grade II-listed Liverpool park, originally built as a private development with gated access, the park was acquired for the general public in 1913. Find the final resting place of Judy the Donkey and roll down the hills near the Ullet Road entrance and enjoy the play areas in the centre of the park. Princes Park, Ullet Road, Toxteth

Visit Liverpool's Anglican cathedral and St James Gardens

Climb on the suitcases on Hope Street and then explore the secret garden and stream at St James’ Gardens under Liverpool Cathedral Open 24 hours

A day out along Hope Street has plenty of outdoor fun. Kids will love playing amongst the suitcases and learning about the history of Liverpool through exploring the labels, for example, John Lennon’s guitar case, of this piece of public art.A short stroll away is the subterranean St James’ Garden. With access through a tunnel at the side of the Anglican Cathedral, visitors emerge into a park lined with historic gravestones, and dotted with interesting stone sculptures. It also has its own freshwater stream, and is a great place for all the family to explore.

At the other end of Hope Street is the Metropolitan cathedralHope Street, Liverpool

Get crafty at celebrate the Summer of Love

Wednesday, August 2 and Thursday, August 3, 1pm to 4pm

Get inspired by the 50th anniversary of the launch of iconic Beatles' album Sergeant Peppers' Lonely Hearts Club Band in this fun family craft session and create something to take home with you at the Museum of Liverpool. Free drop-in.

Go on a little diggers' adventureJuly 22, 25, 26, 27 and 28, 11.30am, 1pm and 2.30pm

As part of the Festival of Archaeology at the Museum of Liverpool, follow the clues to find the treasures hidden around the museum in this fun and informative hunt especially for younger visitors. Suitable for children 3 to 7 years old.Collect a free ticket from the information desk on the day.Museum of Liverpool, Pier Head, Liverpool Waterfront, L3 1DG

Pay a visit to the Piermaster’s House

Various dates throughout summer at intervals from 1pm

Find out more about the house and life in wartime Liverpool. The Piermaster’s House, 9 Albert Parade, was originally built in 1852 for the piermaster and his family. The piermaster was responsible for ensuring the safe passage of ships entering and leaving the dock at high tide. The house was one of four built on this site, and was the only one left standing following the heavy bombings in the Second World War.

In 2003 it was transformed back into a wartime house, dressed with original period furniture and everyday objects like gas-masks and ration books reflecting the days of shortages and rationing. There are lots of events and activities in and around the house including talks by the piermaster’s wife. Albert Dock, Liverpool

Discover our wonderful worldVarious dates from July 29Every weekend throughout the summer you can learn more about our wonderful world at Liverpool's World Museum.

Head to the interactive centres for fabulous family fun activities. Get inspired by the collections and explore the wonderful world we live in - from the oceans to the stars, and everything in between. Free drop-in. For full details please ask at the information desk on the day.

Buzz along to the Bug HouseOpen 10am to 5pm

Specimens of moths and butterflies can be found in the Bug HouseIn World Museum’s Bug House you can get closer than you ever dreamed possible (or maybe wanted for some) to beetles and flies, spiders and scorpions or centipedes and millipedes. The Bug House displays a selection of specimens from the museum’s vast research collection alongside real live colonies of leaf cutter ants and bees.

Make an egyptian coffinSaturday, August 5, 1pm to 4pm

Discover how the Ancient Egyptians decorated their coffins at the World Museum and make a paper model to take home.

Meet a Roman traderWednesday, August 16, 11am to 4pm Meet Roman experts at the World Museum.

Explore objects from the past including medicines and surgical instruments used for operations.

Learn about the strange things ladies and men used to make themselves beautiful, get your hair styled like a Roman lady, or watch a metalworker decorating Roman jewellery. Drop in, no booking required.

World Museum, William Brown Street, Liverpool, L3 8ENBrace yourself for Bidston HillBidston Windmill open 10am to 12pm

Bidston HillPrepare yourself for a climb up Bidston Hill, 100 acres of heathland and woodland that contains historic buildings and ancient rock carvings and is . one of the highest points on the Wirral.Keep your eyes peeled for Bidston Windmill which replaced a wooden mill that was destroyed by fire in 1791 and is open on the first Saturday of each month from April to September, between 10am to noon (last entry is 11.45am). Birkenhead, Prenton

Ride your bike along Otterspool PromOpen 24 hours

With beautiful views across the River Mersey, the promenade is an ideal place to go for a cycle. It’s safe and traffic-free, it’s spacious and, crucially, it’s flat! And if little legs get tired, or little people complain of being saddle sore, you can always have a break from the bikes on the playground with, among other things, its climbing frame, spinning dish and climbing net.

Waterfront, South Liverpool via Jericho Lane

Look in on Leasowe Lighthouse Open first and third Sundays of the month, 1pm-4pm

Built in 1763 by the Mersey Docks and Harbour Board, Leasowe Lighthouse is the oldest brick built lighthouse in Britain. It stands 101ft (27 metres) tall on Leasowe Common in Wirral. Now a site of public interest, the Lighthouse features guided tours, special events and a Visitor Centre with displays about the Lighthouse, the North Wirral Coastal Park and the Wirral coastline.Leasowe Common, Moreton

Decode quilt patterns

July 22 and August 31Learn the meanings and codes behind the patterns on African American quilts and how they helped enslaved people on the road to freedom.

Make a paper and fabric patchwork pattern of your own to take home, maybe inspired by the Gees Bend quilt on display in the Merseyside Maritime Museum. Drop in, no booking required.

Be a busy bee Wednesday, July 27, 1pm to 4pm

Get busy and buzzy with bee-related crafts. Find out about these fascinating creatures, the important role they play and how we can help them to thrive at the Merseyside Maritime Museum part of the Seized! exhibition. Drop in, no booking required.Merseyside Maritime Museum, Albert Dock, Liverpool Waterfront

Take over the Bluecoat From Friday, July 21This summer Bluecoat, Liverpool’s centre for the contemporary arts, invites children to take over their galleries in their new exhibition Abacus.

This free, interactive exhibition encourages visitors of all ages to break the traditional rules of a gallery. Artists from Liverpool and beyond have designed artworks to inspire visitors to watch, draw, read and make.

Special chalk boards can be drawn on in a new work from Simon & Tom BloorChildren are invited to draw on the gallery walls using special chalk boards in a new work from Simon & Tom Bloor.

Elsewhere in the gallery children can dress up in costumes and play with small scale sets based on varied locations, including a courtroom and a church, created by Liverpool artist Emily Speed. They are invited to make up their own rules for these spaces, which normally have established routines.

For full information go to the Bluecoat’s website at thebluecoat.org.ukBluecoat, School Lane, Liverpool L1 3BX

Walk the Wirral WayVisitor centre at Wirral Country Park open 10am to 4.45pmThe Wirral Way stretches from Parkgate to Heswall and beyond and is a great walking (and cycling) route. Wirral Country Park is located on the Wirral Way, which follows the track bed of part of the former Birkenhead Railway route from West Kirby to Hooton. In 1973, backed by money from the Countryside Commission, the old railway line was opened as Wirral Country Park - the first country park in Britain. Today it is must for a family day out and its facilities include picnic areas, a BBQ area and bird hide. And you can use it as a base from which to walk the 12 mile Wirral Way.Wirral Country park, Station Road, Thurstaston, open daily from dawn till dusk.

Steel yourself for a visit to the Iron MenHead to Another Place by Antony Gormley and see these spectacular sculptures up close. The installations consists of 100 cast-iron, life-size figures spread out along three kilometres of the foreshore, stretching almost one kilometre out to sea.Each one weighs 650 kilos and are made from casts of the artist’s own body standing on the beach, all of them looking out to sea, staring at the horizon in silent expectation. Admire or run around fabulous figures - or take clothes to dress them up and take pictures of the funniest one.Mariners Road, Crosby Beach, Liverpool

Explore Thor’s Rock in Thurstaston Thurstaton Common is a local nature reserve with views of the Dee Estuary and the Clwydian

Hills of Wales. The area is popular with walkers and families and the common is home to ‘Thor’s Rock’ which, according to local legend, was a religious site for Viking Settler’s in the area, although historians believe it to be a natural outcrop that was exploited in the 18th century for mining.The Rock towers above the common and presents a fantastic natural climbing frame for children whose imaginations can run wild.Access from School Lane, Thurstaston, Wirral - open all year.

Climb aboard a pirate ship at New BrightonOpen all year

The Black Pearl pirate ship at New BrightonGet your long johns on and your cutlasses out and check out the Black Pearl pirate ship made entirely from driftwood on New Brighton beach. If you get peckish why not take a walk along the seafront with an ice cream or some fish and chips, take the kids to the funfair and the indoor arcade, or later relax on the beach and take in the sunset over the Liverpool skyline. New Brighton beach

Play in the grass at New Brighton DipsThe annual national Kite festival at the Dips, New Brighton

New Brighton ‘dips’ are a great place for the whole family to set up their base on a sunny day. They are right on the promenade, with beaches and tourist attractions within easy walking distance. So why not set up a gazebo, bring a picnic, balls and games and you could even bring the dog.

See how many ships you can spot coming in from Liverpool bay and stay until sunset to watch the sky change colour as the sun sets across the river. If rain stops play, there are nearby indoor play areas and facilities to escape to at the new Marine Point development further up the promenade.

Paddle and watch the watersports at Wirral Coastal Park Open all year round

Four miles in length, there is lots to explore at the North Wirral Coastal Park with historical Leasowe lighthouse which is occasionally open to the public, excellent coastal walks with sea views, picnic areas and sand-dunes plus bathing beaches which are great for kids to paddle and watch the watersports.

Eat for freeIf you're strapped for cash and struggling to feed the whole family, there are plenty of places in Liverpool where kids can eat for free.

Pan Am. Albert Dock, Liverpool L3 4ADDerby Lodge. Roby Road, Huyton, L36 4HD.La Tasca, Queen Square, Liverpool L1 1RH. Viva Brazil, 36 Castle Street, Liverpool, L2 0NR. Jamie's Italian, 45 Paradise St, Liverpool L1 3EUL'Olivetto, 193-195 Rose Lane, Liverpool, L18 5EABem Brasil.  47-49 Hanover Street, Liverpool L1 3DN.Reds True Barbecue, 51 Hanover St, Liverpool L1 3DNTate Liverpool, Albert Dock, Liverpool Waterfront, L3 4BB. Las Iguanas. Liverpool ONE, 14 Paradise St, Liverpool L1 8JF. Revolucion De Cuba, 22 Edward Pavilion, Albert Dock, Liverpool L3 4AFAsda, Morrisons, Beefeater Grill, Ikea

Have some fun at Southport's Pleasureland  

Go for a drive

Go for a walk

Make your own entertainmentTake your pick from the different sensory bottlesSometimes the simplest things can entertain or stimulate the minds of children.

There are plenty of household items that double as toys and they don’t cost a lot.

Kids can find fun in just about everything, so raid the recycling and you’ll be surprised with what you come up with.

http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/events/summer-listings.aspxDiscover treasures from around the world, explore outer space and meet live creatures!

We've got a sizzling programme of summer fun to entertain the whole family, and most of it is absolutely free!A trip to our planetarium is a must for all visitors to the museum! You can blast off on a spectacular journey through space and time, learning about the Universe on your way. Buy your tickets on the day in venue. During school holidays the Planetarium will follow the weekend timetable.

The   50 Summers of Love  programme includes the  Liverpool International Music Festival (20-23 July). Gerry and the Pacemakers Hit makers and record breakers Free entry 14 July 2017 to 7 January 2018A new exhibition open at the Museum of Liverpool features photographs which capture the wit, warmth and energy of Merseybeat group, Gerry and the Pacemakers on their rapid rise to fame. Following The Beatles’ incredible success in 1963, the Merseybeat explosion catapulted local groups to national fame, in particular Gerry and the Pacemakers.

In just 18 months the band secured 6 British top 10 hits and were the first act ever to reach number 1 in the UK singles charts with their 1st 3 releases. Taken by local photographers Graham Spencer and Peter Kaye, these images explore the excitement of the period and the group’s enduring bond to Liverpool. 

Sniff out the best stories at   Seized !The   Seized!   gallery   at the Merseyside Maritime Museum uncovers the world of the UK Border Force, highlighting a dark and unseen world of smuggling, intrigue and danger. One of the gallery's key themes is anti-smuggling, including detective work, crime fighting, patrolling frontiers and investigation - revealing some of the clever tactics of the criminal, and the methods used to catch them.  As part of our summer events programme, members of the UK Border Force sniffer dog team from Manchester Airport will be performing demonstrations with their canine companions at the gallery. On a number of dates in August you can meet the team and learn about their important role in detecting hidden contraband at our ports and airports.

Date: 3 Aug 2017 Time: 12.30, 1.30, 2.30 and 3.30pmSuitable for: all visitors, family-friendlyBooking: Free drop-in event, no need to book Room: Lecture theatre, 4th floor

They're back! See the human and canine members of the UK Border Force sniffer dog team from Manchester Airport in action and learn about their important role in detecting hidden contraband at our ports and airports.

This event is linked to the collections in the 'Seized! The Border and Customs uncovered' gallery at Merseyside Maritime Museum.

International Slavery Museum Last chance to see Art of Solidarity Art of Solidarity at the International Slavery Museum provides a fascinating look at posters produced in Cuba as a form of social and political resistance, designed to support freedom movements around the world. The exhibition features 32 rarely-seen posters from a private collection which highlight some of the liberation and independence movements that swept through Africa after the Second World War.   The exhibition closes on 6 August

Lady Lever Art Gallery   Edo Pop

The latest exhibition at the Lady Lever Art Gallery Edo Pop: Japanese prints, brings to life the energy and spirit of 19th century Edo (now Tokyo). On loan from local collector Frank Milner, the vibrant and colourful prints were 'mass produced' by hand and eagerly sought after by fans of Edo's popular culture. Read Frank's blog on our website   where he examines the popular depiction of Japanese firemen in the prints and how they were seen as urban street heroes of the time.

William Brown Art Gallery  

Described in The Times as an ‘exceptional and meticulously curated touring show’ Alphonse Mucha: In Quest of Beauty is bringing Art Noveau fans to the Walker Art Gallery in their thousands. This major touring exhibition from the Mucha Foundation explores the work of the artist around the theme of beauty - with drawings, paintings, photographs and some of the artist’s celebrated poster designs.

Over 12,000 visitors have already seen the exhibition since it opened in June, and it has achieved a range of media coverage in national titles including The Daily Telegraph and the Financial Times. It has featured in art publications including Art Quarterly, the William Morris Society magazine, Art in Liverpool and Art Lyst. Learn more about this must-see exhibition .As well as our Alphonse Mucha: In Quest of Beauty exhibition catalogue, we also have a beautiful range of art-inspired products available to buy online and from Walker Art Gallery shop, from stunning prints and stationery to textiles and homeware. Brand new and exclusive to National Museums Liverpool, we’ve just added this Liverpool Academy of Arts First Annual Exhibition 1901 poster to our exhibition range, designed by James Herbert McNair who was inspired by Mucha and the Art Nouveau movement.