Have you ever wondered how we care for objects in our collections? Everything from Roman sculpture to spacesuits comes to the National Conservation Centre to be looked after. Visit Reveal – The Hidden Story of Objects to see our working laboratory, you can even discover what’s beneath the bandages of an Egyptian mummy.
Special events
Hairy Scary Science
1-4pm Oct 28
Halloween is approaching. Dare you venture near our laboratory for some hair raising activities?
Scary fun
1-4pm Oct 28-30
Devilish family activities to celebrate Halloween.
A Touch of Colour
1-4pm Nov 1, Dec 6
Could you retouch a damaged painting? This family session will test your skill.
Moulding and Casting
1-4pm Nov 8
Discover how conservators make use of moulding and casting.
Spirit of Liverpool
1-4pm &nbs