Did you know there is currently a national drive by the National Governor’s Association to recruit skilled governors to our schools? School governors and trustees make a valuable contribution to children’s education, opportunities and futures. Being a school governor or trustee is a challenging but hugely rewarding role. It will give you the chance to … Read more

Congratulations to Emily Hurt, winner of the 2018 LILAC Information Literacy Award, sponsored by the Athenaeum. Emily was presented the award by Proprietor and former Chairman of our Library, David Brazendale, at LILAC’s Awards Dinner at the Metropolitan Cathedral earlier this year. Both Emily and David can be seen here in a picture from the … Read more

We are delighted to announce that the Athenaeum has established four new reciprocal agreements with Club’s within the UK and further afield. We are currently in the process of expanding our reciprocal list for your benefit, if you have any suggestions Club’s we may approach, or cities that our list currently lacks, please contact Jack … Read more

‘Step inside Church Alley’s discrete doorway and enter part of Liverpool’s History’.   Founded in 1797 by prominent Liverpool figures, the Athenaeum is one of the oldest private members clubs in the UK. Entry into the enigmatic doorway located on Church Alley is restricted only to its Members -or Proprietors as they are known as … Read more

On Friday 10 February, seven Proprietors added their names into Athenaeum history signing our prestigious 1801 Share Register. This was part of a special signing ceremony which takes place during our New Members Informal Dining Evenings. The next scheduled event of this kind is scheduled for Friday 8 June, bookings are open now. Mr Harry … Read more

Look out for the latest addition to the Library reading room. Painted by our very own Colin Langeveld to commemorate Librarian Vincent Roper’s 85th birthday.

We have a number of Ancient Leverpoole Maps available for purchase at the club. The map details the city centre of Ancient Liverpool and is currently on display in the Newsroom of The Athenaeum. There are two sizes available; one A3 size and the other a larger poster size. Both maps are priced at £10.00 each. … Read more

With the first workshop fast approaching this Saturday 5th November and the second on Saturday 12th November, be sure to book your tickets with Reception to avoid missing out! Please call 0151 709 7770 or e-mail  reception@theathenaeum.org.uk to book tickets. Exploring the Athenaeum Library The Library of the Athenaeum is one of the hidden treasures of … Read more