Dovecot dreams inspire psychedelic mural

A mural of a horse in space and a fish on stilts

From a horse in space to an Edward Lear-inspired long-legged fish, Liverpool’s most surreal mural by renowned street artist John Culshaw has been unveiled at Dovecot Parade. Drawing inspiration from the fantastical world of sleep, the public artwork was designed in collaboration with the Dovecot and Knotty Ash community. Commissioned by Culture Liverpool and supported … Read more

Unique photo exhibition celebrates “beautiful launderette”

A teddy bear in a washing machine

A launderette in Liverpool is launching its maiden photography exhibition exploring its atmospheric charm, alongside never before seen images from its users and neighbours.   Kitty’s Launderette, which is situated just 500 yards from Liverpool FC’s world-famous Anfield stadium, is to host a new exhibition called Kitty’s After Dark alongside never before seen images from … Read more

Walton’s strength and unity celebrated in new anthology

A group of people standing by a whiteboard

An anthology celebrating the identity and strength of the Walton community was unveiled at a special event as part of WoWFest’s 25th anniversary programme.   The Walton Rising: Tales from Spellow anthology, Commissioned by Culture Liverpool in response to the torching of Spellow Community Hub and Library during last summer’s civil disorder, is the culmination of … Read more

BLOG | From despair to pride – how Walton stood united following the torching of Spellow Hub

An illustrated window on a library. The illustrations depict children's fiction.

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that” Martin Luther King To mark the reopening of Spellow Community Hub and Library, Writing on the Wall launched a creative writing programme, commissioned by Culture Liverpool, celebrating the rich culture and history of Walton. Local participant … Read more

Freddy flashmob to fast fashion – Leap Dance Festival commissions revealed

Group of people wearing Afro Dance Academy t-shirts

A Freddie Mercury flashmob and a dance inspired by landfill-bound fast fashion and single use plastic are among this year’s Leap Dance Festival commissions. Following a competitive call-out, Culture Liverpool in partnership with Leap has commissioned eight local artists and companies to produce new work for this year’s festival. These dance grant commissions have been … Read more

Dancers invited to put their best foot forward

People dressed as seagulls dancing in the street

From dancing in the streets to cabaret, Culture Liverpool is on the lookout for the city’s best dancing talent. Following its triumphant return in 2024 after a five-year hiatus, Leap Dance Festival is back and creative individuals and organisations are being invited to take centre stage this May. Culture Liverpool, Liverpool City Council and Chaos … Read more

Family fun at Liverpool libraries for half term and beyond

A man in a hot air balloon basket in a library

From fairy tale performances to puppetry, from cartoon sketching to storytelling, there is lots to keep the children occupied at Liverpool libraries during half term and beyond. Programmed by Liverpool City Council’s Culture Liverpool team and made possible thanks to UK Shared Prosperity Funding, the free drop-in activities will kick off in half-term but continue … Read more