Southport is steeped in cultural history. If you are familiar with Southport's history you will be familiar with Fortunino Matania, the Italian artist who was famous for his illustrations of Southport in the early 1900s.
One of the most popular museums in Southport is The Atkinson which has a fantastic collection of art and a large collection of local history exhibits such as; Between Land and Sea, the story of Sefton.
If you pop into the nearby Southport Market, there is a collection of art on display that was donated by The Atkinson for the opening. This showcases the history of Southport through images and art.
Whether you're interested in art, history, or something a bit different, you're sure to find something that interests you in Southport.
Tags: Southport Museums, Museums in Southport, Southport Art Gallerys
Museums and Galleries
British Lawnmower Museum
Enjoy a unique experience at this multi award winning quintessentially British attraction. The…
The Atkinson
• Music • Theatre • Comedy • Exhibitions • Museum • Shop…
Events at our museums and galleries
Egyptian Faience: An Alchemy for Afterlife
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport. PR8 1DB Date: Saturday 26 October 2024…
The Sefton Open 2025
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport. PR8 1DB The Sefton Open 2025 In collaboration with Southport…
Evening Talk : Hot Jets in the Cold War
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport. PR8 1DB 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Atkinson – Studio Free for…
3 Part Course Session 1: Introduction to the History of Art with Dr Anna Maddison
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport. PR8 1DB Join Dr Anna Maddison for an introduction to the…
Evening Talk A Tale of Three Temples: John Foster and the Rediscovery of Classical Greece
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport. PR8 1DB Join Dr Julia Clayton as she explores a fascinating…
Romeo & Juliet
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport. PR8 1DB By William Shakespeare When two scions of warring…