The Calderstones (or Calder Stones as they’re historically known) are the fascinating remnants of a Neolithic chambered tomb in Calderstones Park. A recent project by The Reader has conserved the ...

On the Money From biscuit tins to boots to banknotes, Turner’s art has been endlessly reproduced, repackaged and sold. This theme explores how famous artworks are reproduced, merchandised and remixed ...

The collections at the International Slavery Museum reflect the deep and permanent impact the history of transatlantic slavery has had around the world.

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The Mersey Railway opened in 1886 to link Liverpool and Birkenhead by means of a tunnel under the River Mersey. 'Cecil Raikes' (1892) was one of the initial batch of eight locomotives delivered to the ...

Through meticulous research, Borland - who was short-listed for the Turner Prize in 1997 - explores life, death and how social systems and institutions exploit and devalue life. In 'English Family ...

Kneller came to England from Germany in 1676 and soon gained royal favour. In this work, the king's authority is subtly undermined: his face is stiff, his hand limp and the crown and orb are hidden in ...

Narcissus was the son of the river God Cephisus and nymph Lyripe. He was desired by both men and women because of his youthful beauty. One admirer was the young man Aminias. He professed his love for ...

FIHRM encourages museums that are engaging with sensitive or controversial human rights themes to share ways of working, new thinking and initiatives in a supportive environment.

Extended until September 28 2025 and kids under 12 go free!Immerse yourself in an exhibition that brings together art and science to explore one of nature’s most incredible creatures - the bee.This ...

Linlithgow Palace and St Michael's Kirk stand on a promontory on the south shore of Linlithgow Loch, to the west of Edinburgh. From the late 13th century until 1746 the site was an important military ...

Rembrandt painted many self-portraits throughout his life. He used them to experiment with different techniques, light effects, costumes and facial expressions. This work was painted when the artist ...