Best History Museum in Barrows Green

"Inside this stunning building, you will find interesting and thought-proving exhibitions that show how war has shaped the world. Throughout the year there are new exhibitions exploring different stories, events and peoples experiences. The kids will enjoy getting hands-on in the TimeShack where they will find object handling sessions and storytelling sessions, and also getting creative in the Learning Studio where they can make something craft to take home!"

"IWM North, Trafford Wharf Rd, Trafford Park, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M17 1TZ. Things to do at IWM North review. The IWM North, short for Imperial War Museum, is a large museum overlooking the water in Stretford, Greater Manchester."

"The People's History Museum, known as the national museum of democracy, is tasked with studying and preserving the history of working people in the U.K. It looks at the past, present, and future, and houses exhibits on "ideas worth fighting for," a particularly engaging topic for anyone invested in what's going on in today's society. The museum displays nearly 1,500 historic objects, with the largest collection of trade union and other banners in the world."

"People’s History Museum is an interactive history museum documenting workers, politics and living conditions from the past 200 years. There is plenty for the kids to enjoy with lots of hands-on activities for all ages, from dressing up to playing shop in the Co-Op. With family-friendly trials, regular family events and for 3-6 years there are busy bee explorer packs."

"Discover the history of slavery and how slaves lived, find out more about the traditional Igbo culture, the true stories of the enslaved Africans, and the legacies that they all left behind them. From artefacts to interactive exhibits, this museum brings to life how life was in West Africa and their lives in the Western world. The International Slavery Museum opened in 2007 and continues to look at all aspects of slavery including modern-day slavery and increasingly fights for human rights issues."

"The World Museum is one of Liverpool’s biggest museums, featuring exhibits on natural science, historical culture, space and more. The museum has existed since 1851 but has been renovated multiple times to accommodate its growing collections (and popularity with visitors!) The museum currently houses an aquarium and live bug house, home to a variety of exotic beasties. There is even a planetarium which puts on regular shows for those interested in astronomy."

"This large, free entry museum holds an extensive collection of wonderful exhibits as well as a planetarium and natural history centre. Our kids’ highlights are the Ancient Egyptian zone, the bughouse and the planetarium. The Egyptian gallery has 20,000 artefacts including mummies and coffins."

"The contrast of the modern exterior compared with other museums is striking, constructed in 1993 it celebrates the exciting history and story of Liverpool including its famous music and sporting heroes. All aboard the railway and enjoy the 6000 objects that the museum houses. For our youngest, we always pay a visit to the play zone, The Little Liverpool Gallery, where the kids can splash in the water play area, relax in a sensory pod or play with the hands-on exhibits."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user El Pollock used under CC BY-SA 2.0. The Museum of Liverpool is another famous building in the city, whose goal is to tell the story of Liverpool, its people, and its importance globally. It is in Pier Head close to other notable buildings like the Royal Building, Cunard Building, Port of Liverpool, and more."

"Another museum and one that is large in size and with the number of artifacts and history housed within it. The Museum of Liverpool is the world’s first museum dedicated to the city it resides in. This museum features history and back catalogues of information surrounding Liverpool."

"As well as the Beatles Story, you’ll also find the Merseyside Maritime Museum, the Tate Liverpool, and the International Slavery Museum. Finally, football fans might want to take a stadium tour of Anfield – the home of Liverpool FC."

"A child-friendly independent cafe run by two local mums which offers homemade food, delicious cakes and coffee, and plenty of toys. There’s a really varied kids menu with vegan and gluten free options. Also finger foods that are perfect for baby-led weaning."

"The Church is housed within a beautifully converted former church and retains much of its original charm. The venue features a charming Gallery Restaurant, a breezy terrace and bellini bar."

"Founded in 1092, Chester Cathedral has a rich and varied history, including the largest set of monastic buildings in the UK, a Georgian square and the remains of a Roman barracks. It’s also a centre of musical excellence, hosting orchestral performances, concerts and weekly organ recitals."

"Whether you love the architecture, the medieval and modern history or just learning about the community and culture, Chester cathedral is a great place to visit."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Rept0n1x used under CC BY-SA 3.0. Commonly known as the Dock Office, Port of Liverpool Building features an Edwardian Baroque architectural style, with a large dome at the top, and it has canted corners embellished with stone cupolas. It is among Liverpool’s “Three Graces” together with the Royal Building Liverpool and the Cunard Building, which are in the Pier Head waterfront."

"Another of Liverpool’s Three Graces, the Port of Liverpool Building is Grade II listed and a part of the Liverpool’s UNESCO-designated World Heritage Maritime Mercantile City. Originally purpose-built as the headquarters of the Mersey Docks and Harbour Board, this characteristic, Edwardian Baroque-style building has been standing since 1907. Brunswick Street, Liverpool, UK"

"The southernmost of 'Three Graces', the trio of Edwardian buildings at Pier Head, the Port of Liverpool building was completed in 1907. Its dome mimics St Paul's Cathedral."