Liverpool's fascinating 800-year history from fishing village to Second City of the British Empire and into the modern era is explored in a major exhibition at the Merseyside Maritime Museum.
Current Exploring Highlights
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The Beat Goes On
Inspired by Liverpool's significant contribution to popular music, The Beat Goes On showcases Merseyside's vibrant music scenes over the past 60 years.
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Portrait of a Nation
Young people from 17 UK cities including Liverpool descended on St George's Hall in December for a culmination of their 2 year journey to form a unique Portrait of a Nation.
Exploring other links
- Taste Lancashire Taste Lancashire 08 is a year-long celebration of food and drink in Lancashire in partnership with Liverpool's European Capital of Culture.
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Visit Cheshire
For all events for Cheshire's Year of Gardens 08. Cheshire's Garden of Distinction promises a kaleidoscope of colour whatever time you visit.
News
Eco-World in One City
Next year is the city’s Year of the Environment, celebrating Liverpool’s green credentials, encouraging an environmental debate across the city and challenging people to get involved and pledge to reduce their carbon footprint.
The 08 Place - Centre of Excellence
On 23 April 2008, Enjoy England Awards for Excellence awarded the 08 Place as the Tourist Information Centre of the Year!
