The Beatles Story

What will students see and do?

The Beatles Story holds the world’s largest permanent exhibition based on the lives and times of The Beatles. Located in the famous four’s hometown of Liverpool on the stunning waterfront at the Royal Albert Dock, the museum takes visitors on an immersive, atmospheric journey that tells the story of how four young lads were propelled to the dizzy heights of fame and fortune far from their humble childhood beginnings.

Visitors will find out how the Fab Four met and walk through recreations of key locations and moments from the band’s career including The Casbah Club, Hamburg, Mathew Street, The Cavern Club, Abbey Road Studios, America and much more, allowing you to personally experience the very places that helped make The Beatles the greatest band in the world.

There is also an impressive collection of fascinating authentic memorabilia including original instruments, clothing, John Lennon’s spectacles, Ringo Starr’s drum kit, rare album sleeves, never-before-seen photography and original handwritten lyrics.

If that’s not enough, the site hosts a rolling programme of special exhibitions, meaning you can visit time and time again and always discover something new.

Pick up one of the museum’s complimentary ‘Living History’ multimedia guides that will guide you through the early 60s in 12 different languages. They are packed with information, imagery and video interviews, and are beautifully narrated by John Lennon’s sister, Julia Baird.

How does the trip link to the curriculum?

The Beatles Story is committed to ensuring every child has a valuable experience, whatever their age or ability. It does this through the discovery zone – a hands-on area of the museum designed to stimulate and inspire students, giving them the tools and opportunity to learn and develop their own skills.

Students will find out about The Beatles’ lives, times, music and influential legacy using fun interactive learning screens, listening to records in the 1960s NEMS record store, creating Beatles inspired artwork, composing their own music on the giant floor piano and singing their favourite Beatles songs on the mini Cavern Club karaoke stage. It’s a chance to put on a show on the most famous stage in the world.

These activities and resources on the story of The Beatles, their early lives, rise to fame and combined creativity link to selected areas of the national curriculum, including history, English, art, music and geography, and are intended to actively encourage and involve children in their learning.

The Discovery Zone is also continually developing new resources to aid teachers with changes to the national curriculum and create a fun and educational experience for all. What’s more, the site offers a fun trail that makes the main exhibit more exciting for ages 5 to 11 through the use of fun activities.

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Details of risk assessment

Risk assessments for the exhibition area, discovery zone and chill out area are available to download from the website.

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