Date: Saturday 11 February 2017 - Sunday 19 February 2017
Join us this February half term for family fun that you can enjoy together! Enjoy an event or workshop, grab a bite to eat in the Bakery, buy a souvenir from the Shop, have an adventure in the Museum, explore the Galleries and take out a book from the Library.
Family Events
Discover magical stories and explore your child’s imagination with family theatre and a very special exhibition this half term!
May The Toys Be With You
Every day, times vary
£3 / £2 child / £8 family
Galleries
From a Galaxy far, far away comes an absolute must see for fans of Star Wars or cinema history! Join us with the whole family for a unique opportunity to see rare Star Wars toys and collectables from 1977 – 1985. All Ages
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X-Wing Fighter
Monday 13 – Sunday 19 February
£1 to have your photo taken sat inside the X-Wing
Foyer
Join us in the Foyer where we will have an X-Wing Fighter on display as part of the May The Toys Be With You exhibition! You are invited to come and have your picture taken in the fighter jet from Friday 17 – Sunday 19 of February. The X-Wing is 17 ft by 15ft and although not full size it is big enough to seat an adult and a child!
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Travelled Companions
5 More Minutes
Friday 17 February, 11.30am & 2.30pm
£8 / £6 child / £24 family
An interactive family show with a playful performance style, live music and puppetry exploring the fun, frustration and fantasy of bedtime. Ages 6 and Under
Unity Theatre
Splatterdays Family Workshop
Friday 17 February , 10am – 2.30pm ( drop in)
Free
An opportunity for children to explore making and craft materials and create a unique craft to take home or use in our display.
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MEI Theatrical LTD
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 February, Times Vary
£9 / £7 child / £28 family
A timeless classic comes to life on the stage. Featuring 75 lovable puppets this is an adaptation of four of Eric Carle’s stories: The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse, Mister Seahorse, The Very Lonely Firefly and of course, The Very Hungry Caterpillar! Ages 6 months +
Fun & Free Activities
Arty Aprons
Every day, 11am – 4pm (subject to availability)
Galleries
Pick up an apron to explore the exhibitions using ‘tools’ such as binoculars, tap measurements and sound pieces, available every Saturday and every day during the school holidays. Ages 3+
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Make It!
Monday, 11am – 3pm
The Art Box
Come to our drop in session and join in with a creative activity inspired by the galleries. All Ages
Free, drop-in
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Hands On!
Tuesday, 11am – 1pm & 1.30pm – 3pm
CANCELLED
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Space Adventure Rhyme Time
Tuesday & Wednesday, 10.30am – 11.30m
Children’s Library
Explore space in our themed Rhyme Time this half term. All Ages
Free, drop-in
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Hungry Caterpillar Rhyme Time
Thursday, 2pm
Children’s Library
Get ready for The Very Hungry Caterpillar at our themed Rhyme Time this half term. All Ages
Free, drop-in
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Giant Wiggle
Friday, 1pm
The Atkinson
In aid of Action for Children, Linaker Children’s Centre invite you for a fun day out including a Bug Boogie, Caterpillar Conga, Ladybird Leap and Butterfly Bop! All ages
Free, drop-in
Museum & Gallery
May The Toys Be With You Open until Sunday 5 March
A unique opportunity to see rare Star Wars toys and collectables from 1977 – 1985. Tickets from £2, find out more here.
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Victorian Dreamers Open until Sunday 12 March
Drawn from our own outstanding collection of Victorian art, this exhibition looks at the themes of travel, storytelling, the antique past and nature. Many works have been recently restored and are exhibited for the first time in several decades. Free Admission
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Pantheon: Roman Art Treasures from the Ince Blundell Collection Open until Sunday 12 March
This exhibition brings to life the story of Henry Blundell’s spectacular collection of antique sculpture, presenting his powerful and driven personality which played a major role in the art market around the end of the 18th century. Free Admission
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Discover Ancient Egypt Permanent
Not seen for over 40 years, our stunning Egyptology Gallery takes visitors on a journey through what life was like in ancient Egypt at the time of the Pharaohs. The museum is split into four themes of ritual, everyday life, beauty and communication. Within each of these themes there is a host of objects that give a sense of what life as an ancient Egypt would have been like. Free Admission
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Between Land and Sea – 10,000 years of Sefton’s Coast Permanent
Between Land and Sea tells the story of the many people who have lived and worked along our coast. Explore the history of the Sefton coast from prehistoric times to the present day showcasing the development of Sefton’s tourist towns of Southport and Birkdale, the outstanding natural habitats from Marshside to Formby Point and the major industrial port of Bootle. Free Admission
Museum & Gallery Opening Times
Monday to Saturday 10am – 4pm
Sunday 11am – 4pm
