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Magical History Tour: 20 July 2007 to 27 September 2009

When: 20 July 2007 to 27 September 2009

Location: Merseyside Maritime Museum, Albert Dock, Liverpool

Description: A major exhibition documenting the history of liverpool. Come and join in as we celebrate 800 years of Liverpool's History in a whirlwind rollercoaster of discovery. Once a tiny fishing village, Liverpool became a bustling Victorian city with worldwide significance. Our tour through Liverpool's history (read more about 'Magical History Tour')

Contact: Information

Telephone: 0151 478 4499

Timings: 10am - 5pm

Cost: Free

Link: http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/maritime/


The Beat Goes On: 12 July 2008 to 1 November 2009

When: 12 July 2008 to 1 November 2009

Location: World Museum Liverpool

Description: From The Beatles to The Zutons, Liverpool is a city buzzing with musical talent. This summer, the city that The Guinness Book of Records has named as World Capital City of Pop is host to an exciting exhibition dedicated to 60 years of Liverpool music. The exhibition reveals a rich musical heritage (read more about 'The Beat Goes On')

Contact: Info

Telephone: 0151 207 0001

Timings: 10am - 5pm every day

Cost: Free

Link: www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk


Evolution of the Female Form: Dress Shapes 1840 - 2000: 9 August 2008 to 8 February 2009

When: 9 August 2008 to 8 February 2009

Location: Grosvenor Museum

Description: Buxom or boyish? Short or long? Loose or body-hugging? These are questions that preoccupy the modern woman just as they concerned her forebears. This exhibition takes you through two centuries of women’s dress and looks at the cunning use of
bustles, crinolines, fabric-cuts and underwear that has altered (read more about 'Evolution of the Female Form: Dress Shapes 1840 - 2000')

Contact: Ruth Marshall

Telephone: 01244 402008

Email: grosvenormuseum@chester.gov.uk

Timings: Mond - Sat 10.30am - 5pm Sun 1pm - 4pm

Cost: Free


Chester Caledonian Scottish Country Dance Society: 10 September 2008 to 17 December 2008

When: 10 September 2008 to 17 December 2008

Location: Caldy Valley Neighbourhood Church & Centre, Caldy Valley Rd, Great Boughton

Description: Beginners 7.45 - 8.45pm (approx), Social Dancing 9 - 10pm.

Contact: Chris Woodward

Telephone: 01244 676167

Timings: 7.45-8.45pm & 9-10pm

Cost: £2


John Moores Contemporary Painting Prize : 20 September 2008 to 4 January 2009

When: 20 September 2008 to 4 January 2009

Location: Walker Art Gallery, William Brown Street, Liverpool

Description: Now in its 50th, the 25th John Moores Contemporary Painting Prize is the UK's largest painting competition and a key part of the Liverpool Biennial, with a first prize of £25,000. Visitors will be able to vote for their favourite painting and in celebration of Liverpool's year as Capital of Culture, (read more about 'John Moores Contemporary Painting Prize ')

Contact: Information

Telephone: 0151 478 4199

Timings: Daily 10am - 5pm

Cost: Free


The Tomb Builders: 22 September 2008 to 15 December 2008

When: 22 September 2008 to 15 December 2008

Location: Wrexham Museum

Description: Megalithic tombs have stood for thousands of years, yet they keep their meanings hidden. This major exhibition explores the lives of the people who built these great tombs through the evidence they left behind.

Contact: Jonathan Gammond

Telephone: 01978317978

Email: Jonathon.Gammond@wrexham.gov.uk

Timings: Drop-In

Age range: All ages

Cost: Free

Link: Wrexham Museum


From Coal to Carnations: The Evolution of Plants: 4 October 2008 to 30 November 2008

When: 4 October 2008 to 30 November 2008

Location: Grosvenor Museum

Description: Over 300 million years ago the local area was positioned on the equator on a dense forest-covered plain. Ancient plants thrived in this environment and as they died many turned into fossils. From Coal to Carnations tells the story of plant evolution over millions of years, and includes material from (read more about 'From Coal to Carnations: The Evolution of Plants')

Contact: Ruth Marshall

Telephone: 01244 402008

Email: grosvenormuseum@chester.gov.uk

Timings: Mon - Sat 10.30 - 5 Sund 1 -4

Cost: Free

Link: Grosvenor Museum


Newtown Remembered: 6 October 2008 to 29 November 2008

When: 6 October 2008 to 29 November 2008

Location: Chester History & Heritage, St Michael’s Church

Description: Once a thriving community with its own shops, pubs and schools, this evocative photographic exhibition looks at the terraced streets and the people who once lived here. Images include the Cattle Market, Northgate Station, street parties and other aspects of a time and place to which many of us look (read more about 'Newtown Remembered')

Contact: Alison Watson

Telephone: 01244 402110

Email: chh@chester.gov.uk

Timings: Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm

Cost: Free

Link: Chester History and Heritage


Showcase - Mandy Coates: 10 October 2008 to 15 December 2008

When: 10 October 2008 to 15 December 2008

Location: The Royal International Pavilion, Showground, Llangollen, North Wales

Description: The chance to browse and buy items crafted by talented local artists.

Mandy has been combining basket making and smallholding for more than 20 years. Starting as a traditional basket maker, producing essentially practical, functional baskets, she is now enjoying using these techniques to create her (read more about 'Showcase - Mandy Coates')

Contact: Box Office

Telephone: 01978 860111

Timings: Monday - Friday, 10am - 3.30pm

Cost: Free

Link: http://www.royal-pavilion.co.uk


Showcase - Hazel Bijok: 10 October 2008 to 15 December 2008

When: 10 October 2008 to 15 December 2008

Location: The Royal International Pavilion, Showground, Llangollen, North Wales

Description: Hazel is a talented handweaver of top quality handwoven shawls, scarves and jackets, felt bags and various other accessories. Each piece is totally unique, woven on a hand loom in her studio in the North Wales hills, using the finest and most luxurious yarns available, including silk and cashmere.

Hazel (read more about 'Showcase - Hazel Bijok')

Contact: Box Office

Telephone: 01978 860111

Timings: Monday - Friday, 10am - 3.30pm

Cost: Free

Link: http://www.royal-pavilion.co.uk


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