World Museum
World Museum
William Brown Street
Liverpool
Merseyside
L3 8EN
England
Website
World Museum Liverpool
www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/wml
Press
Telephone
General information
0151 478 4393
Press
0151 478 4612
Fax
Education
0151 478 4788
World Museum is the largest and oldest of the National Museums Liverpool, founded in 1851 when the 13th Earl of Derby left his substantial natural history collection to the city.
Venue Type:
Museum, Science centre
Its collections are world-wide in scope, and world-class in quality. They cover archaeology, ethnology and the natural and physical sciences. The popular Planetarium is now free to all.
Collection details
Archaeology, Archives, Coins and Medals, Costume and Textiles, Decorative and Applied Art, Personalities, Science and Technology, World Cultures
Key artists and exhibits
- Planetarium; Dinosaurs; Aquarium; Greeks; Romans; Egyptians; Mummies; Space; Archaeology
Two Small Pieces of Glass
- 25 April 2014 2:30-3:30pm
- 26 — 27 April 2014 2:15-3:15pm
Find out about the history of the telescope, the discoveries these wonderful tools have made and how the largest observatories in the world use these instruments to explore the mysteries of the universe.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/wml/events/displayevent.aspx?EventID=18805
The Spring Night Sky
- 26 — 27 April 2014 1:45-3:45pm
This fun, informative and interactive show takes a brief look at the myths and constellations of the spring night sky. Shows run at 13:45 and 15:15.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/wml/events/displayevent.aspx?EventID=18813
Dragonflies
- 11 May 2014 1-4pm
Did you know that there were dragonflies 300 million years ago, before the dinosaurs existed? Join us to find out more and make your own beaded dragonfly to take home.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/wml/events/displayevent.aspx?EventID=18290
Culture Quarter Walk
- 16 May 2014 4-8:30pm
The Tour includes St. John's Gardens, St George's Hall, Walker Art Gallery, Central Library and more.
Learn all about the buildings & the characters involved in the development of this unique area which is a key part of Liverpools UNESCO World Heritage status and the walk includes 3 out of the top 10 attractions in Liverpool as listed by TripAdvisor.
This is a LightNight event, Liverpool's one-night arts & culture festival. Part of Museums at Night.. Visit www.lightnightliverpool.co.uk for more details and the full programme.
Admission
Tickets £3.00 (usually £7.50) please book via 07908 268 356 / liverpoolculturewalk@gmail.com.
Fascination of Plants
- 17 May 2014 1-4pm
In collaboration with World Museum, the Department of Plant Science at the University of Liverpool will lead a range of exciting events for all the family. Take away some plant DNA and win prizes!
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/wml/events/displayevent.aspx?EventID=18291
Record Breakers!
- 31 May — 1 June 2014
Find out about some the largest, smallest, most dangerous and amazing animals.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/wml/events/displayevent.aspx?EventID=18295
Snakes (title tbc)
- 19 September 2014 — 22 February 2015
A new exhibition about snakes will open in April. Slither into a secretive life of snakes and bring to light the bringing to light the beauty and mystery surrounding these extraordinary animals.
Website
http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/wml
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