Random spot of the day, which proves I know this square far too well. Seeing one quick flash of the latest Hyundai Film on 4 ident, I thought... that's 1-7 Abercromby Square
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The Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Team at the School of the Arts, current occupants of 19-23 Abercromby Square, have now put together and launched a permanent exhibition, looking at the history of the buildings and previous occupants, and how they help us to understand the context in which we view the terrace, as it stands today, as a part of the University of Liverpool.
The exhibition, which invites feedback from students and the public through an accessible touchscreen, can be seen when the building is open during office hours on a weekday (main entrance, turn left along the corridor to the end) and further information is available through QR codes. There are panels showing the stories of former occupants, electronic slides, and physical exhibits, and it is hoped that students will add their own contributions over time. The exhibition celebrates the range of achievements of those who lived in this part of the Square before the University took over, such as James Newlands, but also openly acknowledges the problematic histories of other individuals and how their families obtained their wealth, the connections to the American Civil War, and the long shadow of the transatlantic slave trade, which reaches deep into the story of Liverpool. Well worth a visit, if you can! |
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