The Atkinson
Southport's art collections are housed at The Atkinson, a new cultural venue that also covers dance, drama and music.
The Atkinson is a great place to visit if you're looking for a cultural experience in Southport. Whether you're interested in the arts, history, or simply want to have a fun day out with your family, this vibrant arts centre, housed in refurbished 19th century buildings, has a lot to offer.
Browse the galleries
The centre has several galleries showcasing a diverse range of contemporary and historical artworks. Temporary exhibitions sit alongside works from The Atkinson’s own extensive collection, which includes pieces by Elisabeth Frink, Walter Sickert, LS Lowry and Henry Moore.
Explore Ancient Egypt
The Egyptology museum takes visitors on a journey through what life was like in ancient Egypt, care of the Goodison Collection. Artefacts include a decorated coffin lid and the Mummy of Nes-Amun. It also features interactive displays such as X-raying an Ibis mummy and a hieroglyphic jigsaw. Choose an outfit from the dressing up box and take a selfie, or use your phone to take part in a new augmented reality experience, The Ba Bird Tour.
Local history museum
Follow the story of Sefton from prehistoric times to the present day, and find out more about the people who have lived and worked in the area. Interactive displays include sending a digital postcard, finding ships using sonar and matching birds with their song. The Local Legends Tour, brings artefacts to life by scanning the QR codes in the museum with your phone.
Visitor information
Address
Lord Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1DH
01704 533333
Opening times
Monday – Saturday 11am – 4pm
Exclusions and safety measures
Please note we are closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays. Please check the website before visiting
Visitor information
The more you see, the more we do.
The National Art Pass lets you enjoy free entry to hundreds of museums, galleries and historic places across the UK, while raising money to support them.