International Slavery Museum |
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The International Slavery Museum is an exciting and important contribution to the historic city of Liverpool. The museum explores both the historical and contemporary aspects of slavery, addressing the many legacies of the slave trade and telling stories of bravery and rebellion amongst the enslaved people. These are stories which have been largely untold.
Looking at the ignorance and misunderstanding of those involved with the slave trade, the museum offers an insight into what life was like for those taken from their homes and forced into slavery.
The museum also takes you through a typical West African village, that of the Igbo tribe, giving you the chance to see how people lived in their lively and decorative villages.
There are three main galleries on the following themes:
Life in West Africa - exploring the story of Africa and its peoples, who are central to the story of transatlantic slavery.
Enslavement and the Middle Passage - revealing some of the brutality and trauma suffered by enslaved Africans on the voyage across the Atlantic; then the oppression of their lives on plantations in the Americas.
Legacies of slavery - which details the continuing fight for freedom and equality; the contemporary impact of transatlantic slavery, such as racism and discrimination; and the achievements of the African Diaspora .
The museum also runs an engaging programme of family events such as storytelling sessions and craft activities.
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Opening Times
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(2010 times)
Open Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm. Closes from 2.00pm on 24th December and all day on 25th and 26th December and 1st January. |
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Admission Charges
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(2010 prices)
Free Admission
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Directions
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The International Slavery Museum can be found within the Merseyside Maritime Museum at the Albert Dock, Liverpool. The Albert Dock is on the waterfront close to Liverpool city centre and the Liverpool One complex. It is clearly signposted from the motorway and other main routes into the city centre. It is about a 20 minute walk from Liverpool Lime Street station - Liverpool's mainline train station. |
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International Slavery Museum Postcode for SatNav: L3 4AQ |
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Nearby Attractions
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Museum of Liverpool
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The brand new Museum of Liverpool is expected to open in 2011. It follows the Museum of Liverpool Life, which closed its doors on 4 June 2006. |
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Merseyside Maritime Museum
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Set sail and drop anchor for a fun day out at Merseyside Maritime Museum! You'll find out about the companies, people and ships connected to this great port. |
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Seized! The Border and Customs Uncovered
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