Merseyside Maritime Museum Liverpool is one of the most liked must-visit spots of Liverpool which offers the tourists a look into maritime history of Liverpool.
Location of Merseyside Maritime Museum
Situated by the banks of River Mersey, the Merseyside Maritime Museum Liverpool, unfolds the story of one of the most historic ports of the world. The Museum gives you a detailed picture of the significant role that Liverpool played in the past centuries as an outlet to a brand new world. The museum also houses relics that describe the tragic tales of the Empress of Ireland, Titanic and Lusitanian episodes. This museum acts as a vital forum to the European Route to Industrial Heritage or ERIH and is also an integral part of the National Museums in Liverpool.
What to explore at Merseyside Maritime Museum Liverpool
A rare Wynn collection of maritime artifacts that dates back to over 200 years is showcased at the Merseyside Maritime Museum. These collections are all related to the trade, commerce and the relationship that man shared with sea in those days. In addition to these, there are several galleries in the museum that house rare specimens or artifacts from different eras of historical significance. The "Art and the Sea" gallery
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showcases many significant paintings of famous artists that depict Liverpool's maritime past."The Battle of Atlantic" gallery signifies the important role that Liverpool played in the Second World War and the ways in which the sailors and merchants supplied food and other necessary amenities for the war through the sea-routes. The "Titanic, Lusitania and the Forgotten Empress" gallery unfolds the saga of tragic tales in history and their strong association with Liverpool. The Maritime Museum archive has a wealth of registers, papers, documents and photographs of sailors and their adventures from the historical past.
About the Merseyside Maritime Museum
The Merseyside Maritime Museum is open everyday from 10am to 5pm except on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and on the New Year's Day. The entrance to this Museum is free and one can take a walk down the Pier Head and Albert Dock area to reach the museum. The Museum library is open for public from 10.30 am to 4.30 pm. The adjacent parking facility at King's Dock can be used by all those who visit the Merseyside Maritime Museum. The Souvenir shop of the Museum is stuffed with different souvenirs, books, postcards and other collectibles for the visitors.
In a nutshell, the Merseyside Maritime Museum is a treat for those who have an inclination for the sea and in the glorious maritime activities of the past.
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