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Victoria Gallery & Museum
4.5
#34 of 802 things to do in Liverpool
Art Museums
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The Victoria Gallery & Museum is housed in the stunning architecture of the University of Liverpool's famous flagship 'original red brick' building. The art galleries are open to visitors Tuesday to Saturday, 10.00am to 5.00pm (with last entry at 4.30pm) and we have a great cafe and gift shop. The museum is closed until 2024 due to renovation of the roof. The cafe and gift shop are additionally available 9am - 4pm on Mondays (galleries are closed for maintenance).
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Mark B
Liverpool, UK750 contributions
very interesting
Oct 2023 • Friends
as museum go this is on the smaller size but is well worth a visit good display of canard items and Liverpool pottery
Written 31 October 2023
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Guy S
1 contribution
Disappointingly white
Oct 2023 • Solo
I went to view the new photo gallery.
Throughout the gallery I was astonished to discover that only one single photograph depicting a black face.
I'm aware that much of the exhibition is there showing examples of very early photography no photography in Africa and Europe depicting people with different dark skinned culture is almost exclusively emitted from this exhibition I've never seen an exhibition so white.

Written 17 October 2023
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lollymlg
Heswall, UK113 contributions
Stunning gallery - well worth a visit
Aug 2023 • Couples
A Liverpool gem and it's free to enter. We visited today for the first time - nice, friendly welcome from the front desk. We enjoyed well priced drinks and food from the cafe before venturing upstairs to see some of the beautiful, varied collection. Then it was a look round works from the Liverpool Biennial. Thoroughly enjoyed our time at the architecturally stunning Victoria Gallery and Museum 😁
Written 31 August 2023
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permia
Ireland40,654 contributions
Absorbing collections in exquisite home
Jun 2023
While awaiting opening time had a coffee in the delightful Café that is at ground level in the gorgeous building.

On the way to the upper Galleries admired a Jacob Epstein sculpture, Third Portrait of Oriel Ross. A number of thematic exhibitions were underway.

First up was an interesting series of Cunard White Star advertising from the 1920s and 30s. Beguiling in their invitations to sail they feature colourful almost packed cases and photo opportunities of arrival in the USA.

A series of Liverpool in the past shows the overhead railway that was demolished in the late 1950s in addition to atmospheric streetscapes.

John James Audubon was a naturalist and artist famous for his mission to complete a record of all American bird species. A selection of his work is the subject of another roomful of displays.

The Art of Ruin and Linda Stein’s Gender Scrambling were engaging. In the latter, Stein portrays in prints well known persons, mostly American, on a spectrum towards their opposite gender. Barack Obama, Gloria Steinem, Virginia Woolf and Margaret Sanger are just some of those featuring.
Written 9 July 2023
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William H
Coventry, UK1 contribution
Great museum!
May 2023 • Solo
Plenty of very interesting exhibits and art work to see despite some areas being closed currently. Free entry and cafe in a magnificent setting. There is a series of concerts also including one today, ticket includes refreshment!
Written 26 May 2023
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Visitor Services VGM
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review. Our Relaxed Concerts are usually the last Friday of the month from January - June with a short break over the summer months and then running from September- December. Tickets can be purchased on our website. We hope to see you soon!
Written 13 June 2023
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Howard-Liverpool
Liverpool, UK3,136 contributions
Terrific
Mar 2023
The Gallery & museum are NOT CLOSED!
Todays visit was superb. A collection Cunard Posters and memorabilia and a collection of brilliant photographs by Ean Flanders. The quality of display of both exhibitions was excellent. The upper floor is closed while roof work is carried out. The cafe / restaurant is open on the ground floor and is very welcoming. A good lunch abd very good coffee. Staff lovely. The building is also worth looking at in detail inside and out.
Written 30 March 2023
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Visitor Services VGM
Hello Howard-Liverpool. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. Indeed, the building is NOT closed and we have edited the line on our description which says that it is. The museum on the second floor is not accessible at the moment as we are having roof work done, but the rest of the building is very much open, as you discovered. We're glad you enjoyed the Cunard exhibition and the Ean Flanders photography and hope to see you again. Vicky, Visitor Services.
Written 24 May 2023
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ammara jav
Romford, UK149 contributions
Stunning building and display
Jan 2023 • Solo
I like visiting museums and historical places so since I was visiting Liverpool I had to drop by to see the artwork. To begin with, the building looks stunning! I found this museum interesting and the artwork was incredible. A lovely cozy café past the entrance and very helpful knowledgeable staff. Overall a nice place to visit in Liverpool.
Written 8 February 2023
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Visitor Services VGM
Hello ammarajav Thank you for taking the time to leave a nice review, we hope you stop by next time you're in our lovely City. Vicky, Visitor Services.
Written 24 May 2023
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lou l
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Great atmosphere, nice people and good food!
Dec 2022 • Family
Great calm atmosphere, very nice staff and a café with delicious (and relatively cheap) offers. During Christmas time even better, with a christmas tree, decorations and some music - gets you in the spirit!
Written 2 December 2022
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Visitor Services VGM
Hello loulV6441SJ Thank you for taking the time to leave a nice review. We do enjoy Christmas time, we get a real tree every year and it really brings out the Victorian feel. You must come and see us in the summer if you can, maybe have lunch in the Quadrangle. Despite the building works it is still rather lovely out there! Vicky, Visitor Services
Written 24 May 2023
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Mandy A
7 contributions
Relaxing with Art
Oct 2022 • Family
What a Building!!
So Historic and full of Culture!!
Amazing Cafe and super friendly staff.
Was surprised when I seen a Turner Masterpiece
Written 2 November 2022
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Visitor Services VGM
Hello 385mandya Thank you for your kind words about our lovely building. We aim to please and I will pass on your comments to our hard working front of house team. Vicky, Visitor Services
Written 24 May 2023
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Ursula Kiener
Panama City, Panama75 contributions
Under renovation
Jul 2022 • Solo
The museum building is under roof renovation until sometime in 2024. Only the first floor is open. Entrance is free of charge.
Written 30 July 2022
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Visitor Services VGM
Hello ursucookie Thank you for your 5 points and comments, we hope to see you return to see the museum when the roof is fully restored, or to use the café and visit any of our other exciting and frequently changing exhibitions. We also have free guided tours on a Tuesday at 2pm which allow you access to the second floor to see the original Victorian lecture theatre (if it is not in use by conferences). Vicky, Visitor Services
Written 24 May 2023
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VICTORIA GALLERY & MUSEUM: Tickets, Tours & Things to Know (with Photos)

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Victoria Gallery & Museum is open:
  • Tue - Sat 10:00 - 17:00