From 2025, Steve des Landes has been 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...
Formed in 1848, the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, shook the foundations of the British art world with their bold colour palettes, truth to nature, and symbolism. The Williamson collection holds some of the finest examples of works showing this artistic legacy. The exhibition will also showcase the...
The Williamson possesses a small but notable collection of woodblock prints in the Japanese Ukiyo-e style. These were made by some of the most important names in the period, from Hiroshige to Hokusai. Their motifs of flat perspectives, high vantage points, and bold colour distinctions,...
A series of 3 community sessions offered by specialist yoga teacher, and psychotherapist, Claire Hesketh, aimed at supporting women of all ages from peri- menopause onwards. In these 75-minute offerings Claire uses the teachings of yoga to gently explore what is happening beneath the surface...
The exhibition is now open!!! The Williamson Open returns for 2026! Our much-loved annual exhibition showcases the best in art and photography made by artists across the Liverpool City Region. Take It Home: Many of the artworks in the Open...
NEW to Community Mondays a monthly Creative Business Clinic: Free 1:1 Mentorship for Local Creators Got a creative business idea, brand, or strategy you’d like to refine? Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, our free 1:1 Creative Business Clinic offers tailored advice to help you...
"Get ready to be blown away by Medical Negligence – a six-piece band made up of friends, family, and a shared love of music (and yes, a medical background too!). 🩺🎵 Expect a stunning mix of guitars, harp, flutes, cello, mandolin, piano, percussion, and FOUR...
Jazz Night is coming to the Williamson! Performing for the first time at the gallery, join Jack and Leo - a young Jazz Duo ease you into the bank holiday weekend. With Jack on the Sax and Leo on 'The ivories' we're sure you'll...
Cailiach and Eljae of Emptiness in Sound invite you into a transformative musical journey through sound, healing, and dance. Blending progressive house rhythms with sacred mantras, healing frequencies, and channelled vocals, their music creates a deeply immersive experience designed to awaken the body, heart, and...
We are welcoming back Janine Pinion to work live in the gallery. Janine lives in New Brighton and has specialised in watercolour for the past decade. Her semi-abstract technique is based on natural processes. "Working mainly in watercolour (as well as oils, collage and drawing...
'I love to create, design, draw, scrawl and doodle, which lends itself nicely to a visual representation of the world around me. My work is a constantly evolving process. Observational drawing is key to all the work I create. I make a daily habit of...
The Williamson Art Gallery & Museum will present the largest ever exhibition of work by one of the most important British artists of the 20th century, Leonard McComb. Leonard McComb: Nature and Humanity will include the best works from the artist’s estate, as well as choice...
Liverpool Life Drawing will be returning for their next Friday night session at the Williamson with a special Guest Open to all abilities, no experience needed as the tutors can guide you through the session. Basic materials will be available, though you are also welcome...
The Williamson Art Gallery & Museum will present the largest ever exhibition of work by one of the most important British artists of the 20th century, Leonard McComb. This August Liverpool Life Drawing will be returning for a SPECIAL Friday night session, based on the...
Love books? Love talking about books? Love Books & Banter! Books and Banter is an opportunity to talk about books guided by theme, with no specific book set to read. Discussions around the subject are facilitated but not restricted, and tangents are welcome. The theme...
A NEW Community Monday summer reading group is starting at the Williamson with local children’s author Alicia Steens and Benny! Join Alicia for a magical Benny & Friends family experience. Children can: Meet Benny, the cuddly storybook bunny, and take photos with him. Take...
A NEW free, gallery-based art club for young people comes to COMMUNITY MONDAYS, run by qualified Art Teacher Billie Fletcher. If you are aged 13-19 and have an interest in Art, Design, or anything creative - then join the club! We will be looking at...
Become part of an ambitious and growing programme at the Williamson Art Gallery. With opportunities to support major exhibitions and events, including the Leonard McComb exhibition 'Nature & Humanity' and the long awaited 'You Gotta Get a Gimmick: The Paul O’Grady Story'. We are thrilled...
Step away from the pace of everyday life and immerse yourself in a unique wellbeing experience where art, movement and mindfulness come together. Inspired by the work of artist Leonard McComb, whose paintings explore spirituality, nature and the interconnectedness of all life, these one-hour sessions invite...
Two acts in one evening bringing fantastic live music to the Williamson for a Friday night! “EnB” are a duo who play ukelele, guitar, bass and drums to sing along to; they enjoy all types of music, only performing songs they enjoy singing. Performing an...