• Un/Earthed – A Retrospective by Landlines Studio

    Digging into the land and lineage of historical sites for the past five years, collaborative artist duo, Angela Stringer and Nicky Perrin present their formative works in an exhibition which reveals the alchemical process of turning raw earth into vibrant expressions of story and place....

    Free
  • Subterranean Elevator

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

    Subterranean Elevator has been conceived by artist Di Mainstone, and developed with a team of inter-disciplinary specialists. The installation invites intrepid visitors to explore the inner worlds of soil and the subconscious mind. On entering a dark, elevator-shaped environment, they will feel a soft earth-like...

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  • Elizabeth Smolen: Trailblazer

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

    NOW CLOSING 18TH OCTOBER 2025 Discover the life of local legend Elizabeth Smolen, a Polish refugee who settled in Birkenhead and became a champion scooter racer and successful businesswoman. A keen motorcyclist and engineer, Smolen made a name for herself by repairing, dealing and racing...

    Free
  • DDFI40: Painting in Light

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

    Williamson Art Gallery is proud to be a participating venue in DaDaFest 2025. Zoe Partington has created light sculptures featuring slogans which have relevance to disability activism and issues disabled people experience. The work conveys stories, messages and insights into disabled people’s struggles in a...

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  • Live Music with Annie Long

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

    Popular local jazz and blues singer Annie is back with her smooth velvety tones, accompanied by her talented and versatile musicians for an afternoon session in the Cafe.   Annie Long-vocals Keith Singleton-guitar Michael Hughes- vibes

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  • Roots of Fashion – the Betty Smithers Design Collection

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

    This exhibition showcases specially selected garments and accessories from The Betty Smithers Design Collection, University of Staffordshire, to commemorate the centenary anniversary of the Callister Trust, which resulted in the creation of the Callister Garden. The Betty Smithers Design Collection (BSDC) is a teaching and...

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  • Music by Creative Community Choir and Bebington Bittermen

    Creative Community Choir and Bebington Bittermen are local choirs who perform uplifting a cappella music encompassing a number of different musical traditions, led by their musical director James Sills. Expect to hear heavenly harmonies from the around the world, making the most of the beautiful...

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  • Curator Tours: Richards and Steer

    Join our Collections Manager Josh for a tour of the two exhibitions curated from our collection, exploring the works of Albert Richards and Philip Wilson Steer. These talks will offer the opportunity for you to find out more about the narrative of each exhibition, the...

  • Talk and Q&A with Landlines Studio

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

    Book Now Join Angela and Nicky of Landlines Studio for a talk and Q&A about their current exhibition Un/Earthed. Discover more about their creative process, inspirations, and the themes that shape their work. This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from the artists, gain...

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  • The Betty Smithers Collection: Exhibition Tour & Talk

    Senior Lecturer and Fashion Researcher, Angela Devoti, University of Staffordshire shall be delivering guided live tours and lectures about the Betty Smithers Exhibition on Wednesday 2nd April at the Williamson Art Gallery. The guided tour and lecture will also include further specially selected handling objects...

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  • Open Studios with Steve des Landes

    Open Studios with Steve des Landes

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

    Throughout 2025, Steve des Landes is Artist in Residence at the Williamson. With a studio in our Art Room, his intention starting the residency was to work on larger-scale paintings. He will be hosting Open Studio sessions every Friday evening, 6 - 8:30pm. Between these...

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  • Live music from Northwestern

    Northwestern is a clear statement of intent from two fine musicians and songwriters, who we are delighted to welcome back to the Williamson after their last fantastic performance. Chris Howarth is a singer songwriter based in Cheshire. After an early history in local bands Chris came back to music...

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