International Slavery Museum on Tour Workshop

National Museums Liverpool

School Workshop Online Workshop North West

Delivered in your school or at one of our local Liverpool learning bases

Supports teaching of History, PSHE, Citizenship, and British Values

Uses storytelling, discussion and craft to build empathy and understanding

Delivered by experienced National Museums Liverpool educators

Free to eligible schools in North Liverpool

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Bursaries or Funded Places Available

Where we travel to

We can visit your school in: North West

What activities are available during this school workshop?

Workshops now available
Crossing the Atlantic: Stories and Craft (KS2)

An immersive and creative introduction to the transatlantic slave trade, this two-part workshop explores themes of belonging, culture and remembrance.

Part 1: Anansi Storytelling
Meet Anansi, the West African god of stories, and follow his journey across the Atlantic in an interactive storytelling session full of music, movement and meaning.

Part 2: Crafting for Change
Handle real museum objects and explore the legacy of slavery in Liverpool today. Students will create original artwork to be featured in this year’s Slavery Remembrance Day celebrations.

Bridging Histories: Exploring Transatlantic Slavery (KS3, KS4, KS5)

A thought-provoking workshop using object handling, critical discussion and creative responses to explore the histories and legacies of transatlantic slavery.

Students will:

Examine Liverpool’s connections to the transatlantic slave trade

Investigate historical and contemporary impacts of enslavement

Build vocabulary around identity, race and remembrance

Contribute artwork to the Slavery Remembrance Day walk of remembrance

Which curriculum topics do we cater for?

English Workshop

Vocabulary grammar and punctuation Reading for pleasure Story writing Persuasive writing Storytelling

English: African oral storytelling traditions, speaking and listening skills, new vocabulary development, persuasive and descriptive writing

Comprehension Composition Vocabulary Grammar Punctuation Writing Story Writing Creative Writing Story Telling Journalism Literacy English Vocabulary Language Communication Narratives Narrative Persuasive Diary Onomatopoeia Alliteration Descriptive Writing Simile Metaphor Poetic Poetry Imagination Imaginative Spoken Debate Debates Articulate Literacy Character Story

Black History Workshop

Abolition and Emancipation Civil Rights Migration Historical figures Slavery Reconstruction

History: Transatlantic slave trade, African kingdoms and heritage, Liverpool’s role in the slave trade, local Black history
Black History Civil Rights African Black History Month Nelson Mandela Windrush West Indies Reparation Slavery Slave Colonial Carribbean Commonwealth Abolition Empire Transatlantic

PSHE Workshop

Morality Right and Wrong Diversity and Inclusion

PSHE Personal Citizenship Resilience Self-esteem Bullying Teamwork Cooperation Critical Thinking Confidence Communication Healthy Morality Diversity Inclusion Respect Prejudice Difference Differences

What size groups do we cater for?

Please check individual workshop listings on the National Museums Liverpool website for class size details.

How does safeguarding work for online workshops?

Please visit for a full safeguarding policy and code of conduct.

What technology/devices/type of internet connection do schools need for an online workshop?

Please visit https://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/schools-and-groups/workshops/virtual-classroom-ancient-egypt-mummification for an overview of technology used.

Virtual classrooms last 50 minutes per session.

Anything else?

Available on request

Who are National Museums Liverpool?

National Museums Liverpool is made up of seven museums and art galleries in and around Liverpool, which welcome millions of visitors every year.

From virtual classrooms to hands-on activities, it offers a huge range of workshops and events for schools and groups, all linked to the national curriculum.

Thanks to generous support from the Lord Mayor and the 64 Trust, we’re offering a series of free curriculum-linked workshops to primary and secondary schools in the North Liverpool area, delivered directly in your classroom or at one of our local learning bases. SEND schools with 15 pupils or less can access any of our facilitator-led workshops for free. To discuss your pupils' needs and book a workshop, please call our booking team at 0151 478 4788. Note that this offer can only be redeemed by phone. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact Emma Walmsley, Engagement Producer, at emma.walmsley@liverpoolmuseums.org.uk