National Museums Liverpool Exhibitions

unfolding

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Unfolding is an exhibition of art works created by artists Steve Rooney and Sue Williams in collaboration with designer, Damian Cruickshank.

The ‘interventions’ on display will be a response to the work that Steve and Sue have undertaken over the past three years with former patients of the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre at Mossley Hill Hospital, part of the Merseycare NHS Trust

All of the works are made from paper based material, which has been folded to form three dimensional shapes. Each of these sculptures use geometric design to investigate different facets of the conscious mind. The facets that they explore are: executive function, memory, creative self, social self and industrious self. The sculptures have been made for different rooms in Sudley House and each piece of work is inspired by the way that room was originally used.

Included in the exhibition on the 1st floor will be a series of artworks created by participants at the Mossley Hill Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre following their visits to Sudley House during 2008, as part of the ‘Making More Sense’ project.

Sudley House
Saturday, October 18, 2008 to Sunday, February 22, 2009

Recollections: photographs of Philip Jones Griffiths

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

This exhibition showcases the work of Philip Jones Griffiths, one of the most celebrated war photographers of our time, who sadly passed away very recently.

Born in North Wales, Philip studied pharmacy in Liverpool, a time that proved influential both to him personally and as a photographer. He later moved to London and became a freelance photographer for the Observer. Perhaps best known for his photographs of Vietnam which helped crystalise public misgivings about the war, his images also captured social and political upheaval in Britain from the 1950s to the 1970s.

One of the most respected photographers of his generation, Griffiths was made president of Magnum in 1980. His photographs have appeared in every major magazine in the world.

National Conservation Centre
Friday, October 17, 2008 to Sunday, February 22, 2009

Only A Game?

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A spectacular UEFA football exhibition is coming to World Museum Liverpool. From the classic era of the 1950s to the modern age of global superstars, Europe’s love affair with the beautiful game will be explored in this not-to-be-missed exhibition.

European culture will be examined from a footballing perspective. Topics such as solidarity, success, participation, celebration, racism and integration will all be tackled.

See player memorabilia from the National Football Museum - the shirts, medals and trophies of great European players such as Phil Neal, George Best, Ferenc Puskas, Franz Beckenbauer, Bobby Moore, Stanley Matthews and Petr Cech. Discover the city’s own part in this European tale and see key items from the Everton Collection and from the Liverpool FC Museum. Stand amazed in the presence of glorious UEFA trophies - the Champions League trophy and UEFA Cup.

Have a ball with our interactive displays. Mix your own football highlights into a video clip and set it to a soundtrack, or rise to the challenge with our multimedia quiz.

Players and managers, legends and fans, friends and foes - we’re all part of the extended European family of football being celebrated at World Museum Liverpool. Only a Game? You decide!

Only a Game? is a collaborative project between UEFA, The National Football Museum, The North West Development Agency and National Museums Liverpool and is UEFA’s contribution to Liverpool 08.

World Museum Liverpool
Saturday, October 11, 2008 to Sunday, March 01, 2009

John Moores 25 Contemporary Painting Prize

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Now in its 50th Year and a major part of the Liverpool Biennial, a city-wide festival showcasing International contemporary art. The first prizewinner is awarded a prize of £25,000 and visitors will also be able to vote for their favourite painting in the exhibition with a Visitors’ Choice prize of £2008 awarded to the winning artist.

Walker Art Gallery
Saturday, September 20, 2008 to Sunday, January 04, 2009

John Moores prizewinners 1957-2006 exhibition

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A rare chance to see a selection of the prestigious competition's past winning art works together in one place.

Walker Art Gallery
Saturday, September 20, 2008 to Sunday, January 04, 2009

The Botanic Garden

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Botanic Garden is a new installation created especially for the Walker. Artist Jyll Bradley constructs a 'virtual' Liverpool botanic garden using a series of large scale documentary style photographic images. Seen as a group they propose an idyllic garden, probably high on any tourist’s 'must-see' list in this Capital of Culture year. Yet in reality this garden does not exist.

The work is a response to the artist’s year long exploration of Liverpool’s extraordinary botanic history. This 200 year history has always been strongly identified with William Roscoe, one of Liverpool’s best-loved figures who in 1803 founded the first Liverpool Botanic Garden. The garden was Roscoe’s version of ‘elysium’ in Liverpool and in time led to the creation of two more botanic gardens in the city, both of which played an important role in Liverpool’s identity.

Walker Art Gallery
Saturday, September 20, 2008 to Tuesday, December 23, 2008

We are one

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

This exhibition celebrates the museum's first year with a look at how the many visitors who have passed through its doors have responded to the thought-provoking displays inside.

Closing date to be confirmed.

International Slavery Museum
Saturday, August 23, 2008 to Wednesday, December 31, 2008

The beat goes on

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Inspired by Liverpool’s significant contribution to popular music, The Beat Goes On showcases Merseyside’s vibrant music scenes that have played a major part in the city’s life over the past 60 years. The first exhibition of its kind, it draws together material from record companies, institutions and private collectors.

World Museum Liverpool
Saturday, July 12, 2008 to Sunday, November 01, 2009

Hello Sailor! Gay life on the ocean wave

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Back by popular demand!

This small exhibition takes a light hearted, sensitive look at life on board passenger and merchant ships at a time when homosexuality was illegal, and for gay men there were few places to be safe. Personal stories and mementoes give a glimpse of what life was like for gay men at sea.

Please note: end date to be confirmed.

Merseyside Maritime Museum
Monday, September 24, 2007 to Sunday, January 18, 2009

Magical History Tour

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

This major exhibition takes visitors on a fast paced, dynamic journey of discovery through 800 years of Liverpool history.

Follow the city's changing fortunes, from medieval 'Lyverpoole' to 21st century 'Livercool', the European Capital of Culture.

Merseyside Maritime Museum
Saturday, July 28, 2007 to Sunday, September 27, 2009