From maritime history to modern art: the best museums in Merseyside

Dive into Liverpool’s seafaring past or enjoy thought-provoking exhibitions at some of the UK’s most visited museums.

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00:00Merseyside's museums reflect the region's deep connections with the sea, music and social

00:05change. The Museum of Liverpool is one of the UK's most dynamic museums, exploring

00:11the city's identity through pop culture, politics and sports. At the Royal Albert Dock,

00:16the Merseyside Maritime Museum and International Slavery Museum offer powerful, thought-provoking

00:22exhibitions. The Beatles' story takes fans on a journey through the band's early days

00:28and global fame. In Wirral, the Williamson Art Gallery and Museum is full of unexpected

00:33treasures. National Museums Liverpool is one of the seventeen major institutions getting

00:39increased government support, recognition of its national importance. Elsewhere, the World

00:44Museum brings the world to Liverpool with everything from space displays to ancient artifacts. There's

00:51something for every taste. Museums in Merseyside help us remember where we've come from and

00:57imagine where we're going.