Free Family Films
Various dates | Free | Drop-in | Family
Join us for a cozy afternoon of fun, laughter, and adventure on the big screen — all for free!
Relaxed Music Concerts
Various dates | 3pm-4.30pm | Tickets required
Indulge your senses in the stunning Waterhouse Cafe with a delicious piece of cake and a drink while you listen to a special musical performance.
Spark Cart
Various dates | 11am-1pm | Drop-in
Discover more about our displays by getting hands-on with real objects from our collections.
Lightbulb Movies
Various dates | Free | Drop-in | Films for Adults
Lightbulb movies is a series of free films for adults that are inspired by inventors, inventions and our Lightbulb moments exhibition.
Liverpool Portrait Sketchers
Various dates | 1pm-4pm | Drop-in
Calling all sketchers! Join us for a free drawing session at the stunning Victoria Gallery & Museum – a true gothic masterpiece at the heart of the University of Liverpool campus.
Create & Relate
Various dates | 2pm-4pm | Free | Drop-in
An event aimed at students but open to all. Take a break, get creative, and meet new friends in a relaxed and welcoming space.
Dame Ethel Smyth: A Musical Pioneer
Tuesday 10 March | 1pm-2pm | Free | Book tickets on Eventbrite
Celebrate International Women’s Day with the extraordinary story of Dame Ethel Smyth.
British Science Week
Saturday 14 March| 11am-3pm | Free | Drop-in
Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly day of discovery as we celebrate British Science Week 2026
Student Spotlight Talk
Saturday 14 March | 1-1:15pm | Free | Drop-in
Join Student Partner Hope as she explores Olaf Stapledon’s original planning chart for Last and First Men. Drop in and discover the future imagined in 1930.
Who Put the Beat in Merseybeat? In Conversation with Rita Martell
Saturday 21 March| 1pm-3pm | Free | Drop-in
A gallery talk, short film and Q&A in relation to the 'Toxteth: The Harlem of Europe' exhibition.
Voices of Toxteth: A Family Zine-Making Workshop
Tuesday 31 March | 11am-3pm | Free | Family | Drop-in
Get creative with local artist Ami Zanders and make your own mini zine inspired by our current exhibition Toxteth: The Harlem of Europe
Spring into Action: A Family Eco-Easter Workshop
Tuesday 7 April | 11am-3pm | Free | Family | Drop-in
Celebrate Earth Day with us this Easter holidays at our hands-on eco-creative event “Recycling Rocks!” — where nature, art, and sustainability come together!
T.H.E Thursday Talk - Ivan Stax
Thursday 23 April | 2-3pm | Free | Drop-in
A special 'in-conversation' with Ivan Stax, the legendary Liverpool-born singer who features in our Toxteth: The Harlem of Europe exhibition
Super Saturday: Celebrate Toxteth – Music, Art & Dance!
Saturday 6 June| 11am-3pm | Free | Family | Drop-in
A family day of crafts, dance, tours, and live stories from the musicians behind Toxteth: The Harlem of Europe!