Pete Hoida

Williamson Art Gallery Slatey Rd, Oxton, Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom

Gallery 11 is currently home to an exhibition of work by Birkenhead-born artist Pete Hoida (1944-2023). The paintings of Birkenhead-born Hoida are known for strong colour relationships alongside tonal subtlety and a unique approach to textures. Hoida studied Landscape Architecture followed by Art School at...

Going To The Match On Tour

Williamson Art Gallery Slatey Rd, Oxton, Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom

Going to the Match, painted in 1953, is LS Lowry’s best-known and most popular picture. Although he painted football-themed scenes before and after this date it is Going to the Match which has become iconic – an enduring representation of what match day means to...

Free

North Wales Society of Fine Art

Williamson Art Gallery Slatey Rd, Oxton, Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom

The North Wales Society of Fine Art was established in 1990 by founder president Margaret Stevens. Its purpose was to encourage the promotion of botanical artwork across North Wales and into the North West of England. The Society has since thrived and evolved into a...

Free

The KD Club

Williamson Art Gallery Slatey Rd, Oxton, Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom

Introducing an exciting opportunity for children and young people this summer! The Kirsty Doyle Club are giving budding fashion designers the chance to showcase their creations in a prestigious gallery setting. Participants will have the opportunity to attend a class with Kirsty, where they created...

Free

Spinoffs

Spinoffs performances at the Williamson are always hugely popular and we’re happy to welcome them back in July. Spinoffs are a group of eight friends who originally just met up on a weekly basis to play their instruments and sing together for the pure fun...

Free

Absolute Beginners Upholstery Workshop: July course

A two-session course on Saturday mornings, includes all materials and a footstool. Ever wanted to try out some upholstery but not been sure where to start? This is the perfect course for you! This is a comprehensive course with a balance of both theory and...

£150

Children’s drop-in workshop

Join Julie for a fun morning of arty activities suitable for all ages. Drop into the Art Room anytime between 10:30am and 12pm to get involved with crafts and creations which you can take home. No booking required. Donations to support activities warmly welcomed.

Free

The Annie Long Trio

Williamson Art Gallery Slatey Rd, Oxton, Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom

We're welcoming the ever-popular Annie Long Trio back to the Williamson for another performance. Jazz singer Annie will be accompanied by Keith Singleton on guitar and Tim Pike on bass. They will be performing classic numbers from the Great American Songbook. Free entry, no need...

Free

The KD Club Exhibition

Williamson Art Gallery Slatey Rd, Oxton, Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom

An exhibition and participation space to inspire design enthusiasts this summer. The KD Club, established by Liverpool-based designer Kirsty Doyle, has recently been working with hundreds of school pupils from across Merseyside. Children and young people have been applying their creativity to the world of...

Free

Into The Wyld

Williamson Art Gallery Slatey Rd, Oxton, Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom

Material Matters presents Into the Wyld: a festival of contemporary art exploring the continuing legacy of the medieval poem Sir Gawain and the Green Knight and its unique connection to the Wirral. Into The Wyld will feature a residency by the Material Matters Collective, and...

Free

Into The Wyld: Weavers Events

Williamson Art Gallery Slatey Rd, Oxton, Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom

Weavers is a programme of performances, talks, workshops and readings curated by Dr Silvia Battista. It's part of Into The Wyld, a festival of contemporary art exploring the legacy of the medieval poem Sir Gawain And The Green Knight. Find out more about Into The...

Free

Develop Your Drawing (Ages 8-16)

Williamson Art Gallery Slatey Rd, Oxton, Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom

For children and young people (ages 8-16) who love drawing and want expert instruction to improve their drawing skills Join one of these free sessions led by Sam Whitham, artist and member of Wirral Society of Art, for a morning of practice and instruction.All materials...

Free