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The Bluecoat is Liverpool city centre’s oldest building and has evolved into Liverpool’s hub for creativity over a fascinating 300 year history.

Since reopening in 2008 after a multi-award winning redevelopment, a new generation of artists and creative businesses have made this iconic building their home.

You can now enjoy a year round programme of visual art, literature, music, dance and live art.

The Bluecoat is an independent organisation and a registered charity, number 700862.

Arts, crafts and creativity • Visit our galleries to enjoy regularly changing exhibitions of contemporary art. All exhibitions are free of charge.

• Take in our varied programme of live music, dance and live art performances, literature discussions, readings and workshops.

• We are home to over 30 resident artists and businesses designing, making, exhibiting and selling.

• You will find many opportunities to join in, including Explore, free art activities for all the family (running most Saturdays throughout the year).

See www.thebluecoat.org.uk, call 0151 702 5324 or pick up a brochure for our event programme.

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Visit the creative, independent retailers at the Bluecoat and find something beautifully designed, hand-made and unique.

There’s everything from jewellery and ceramic ware at the internationally recognised Display Centre, to books, records, hand-made accessories, boutique clothing and specialist hand-engraving and silversmith services in the shops surrounding the courtyard and garden.

Heritage A UNESCO World Heritage Site and Grade I listed building, the Bluecoat is one of Liverpool’s most iconic historical and architectural landmarks. Take yourself on a journey around the building and into its past with our free heritage trail. Visit the heritage stand in the hub.

Or book a free Heritage Tour, call Tickets and Information on 0151 702 5324 for more details.

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Thanks to the City of Liverpool for its financial support.

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Late Night in the Courtyard Photograph by Mark McNulty

Gallery Space (Paul Morrison, Now Then exhibition)

The Garden

Book tickets at www.thebluecoat.org.uk

Light Night in the Garden

A studio at the Bluecoat Photograph by Mad Panda Photography

Heritage Trail Photograph Sharon Mutch

Young Mums 2010

Nook & Cranny Photograph by Marta Pevida

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Yoko Ono, 2008 Photograph by Alexandra Wolkowicz

Felix the Cat, The Universal Addressability of Dumb Things exhibition, 2013 Photograph by Jon Barraclough

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Display Centre at the Bluecoat

Tickets and Information 0151 702 5324

Eat, drink & relax • Enjoy good quality, locally sourced seasonal food and drinks in a relaxed and informal atmosphere.

• Situated in the elegant original school hall on the first floor with views of the courtyard and garden.

• There is something for everyone including fresh homemade food, comfy sofas and a glass of wine.

espresso • Enjoy illy coffee, loose leaf teas, hot chocolate and a range of soft drinks as well as a selection of sandwiches, homemade cakes and biscuits all made fresh daily.

• Sip and surf using our free Wi-Fi internet access.

• Watch the world go by in the lively Hub or unwind in the garden.

Culture Liverpool’s Four Corners Project 2010

Upstairs Bistro.

Upstairs Bistro Photograph by Alexandra Wolkowicz

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Bring your family Children are welcome at the Bluecoat any day of the week.

The garden, courtyard and galleries are the perfect place to bring your little ones to explore. Baby changing facilities are available.

Explore activities Go and explore the current exhibition, then drop in and make some art of your own with help from our artists and volunteers.

Running most Saturdays throughout the year (for details, check the website or ring Tickets and Information 0151 702 5324).

Free, donations accepted.

How to find us Situated in the centre of Liverpool, just behind Church Street, down Church Alley (directly in front of Marks & Spencer) and in Liverpool ONE. Enter the Bluecoat from either School Lane or College Lane.

The building is open 7 days a week: Monday - Saturday 8am - 6pm, Sunday 10am - 6pm.

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