British Sign Language Events

15 Oct 2009

at National Museums Liverpool

As part of National Museums Liverpool’s ongoing commitment to equal opportunities and diversity this Autumn there will be a selection of BSL events suitable for all the family to enjoy.

World Museum Liverpool
Open daily 10am–5pm

Samurai Armour
12 & 2pm
21 November, 2009
Examine the armour of a Samurai warrior in this demonstration using replica 16th century armour.

Death On The Nile
1pm
21 November, 2009  
Two bungling robbers have sneaked in to the museum, but they get more than they bargained for, when one of them opens an ancient scroll.

World Cultures Gallery
21 November, 2009 
3 & 4pm 
This show will be performed by the Adult Volunteer Drama Group

Tour of World Cultures Gallery
1pm & 3pm
21 November, 2009
Discover the World Cultures Gallery with a BSL interpreted tour. The four main areas in the ethnology collection are Africa, the Americas, Oceania and Asia.

International Slavery Museum
Open daily 10am–5pm

Handling collection
1–4pm  
15 November, 2009
Meet our demonstrator and learn about life in West Africa before transatlantic slavery.

Destination freedom
2 & 3pm 
30 December, 2009
Based on the true story of William and Ellen Craft, this performance tells of Ellen’s personal journey from enslavement to freedom.

The wonderful adventures of Mrs Seacole
2 & 3pm   
29 October, 2009
A moving and inspiring performance about the life of Mary Seacole who heroically nursed wounded soldiers fighting in the Crimean War.                                                                                                         

Notes for editors

Please contact: Alison Cornmell in the press office for more information on this release.


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