Our Immediate Past President Dr Rob Huxley will be talking about this semi-autobiographical novel by the author of Moby Dick. The story of a young American on his first sea voyage, the novel is notable for its vivid and enlightening description of Victorian Liverpool.
April 5th 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm 13th April 2024 will see the 176th running of the world’s greatest steeplechase – the Randox Grand National – at Aintree Racecourse. To mark the event we are welcoming local journalist and Grand National expert Mike Torpey, who will talk to us about the history of this event, ... Read more
An Evening with Sally Wainwright April 19, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm Tickets: £35 On Friday 19th April we welcome BAFTA-winning television writer, director and producer Sally Wainwright to the Athenaeum. From her early days at the University of York and the Leeds Playhouse, through The Archers, Coronation Street and At Home with the Braithwaites ... Read more
We celebrate St George’s Day with a delicious banquet in the Dining Room. Join us in the Newsroom from 12:30pm for reception drinks before a 4-course lunch including a selection of English cheeses and biscuits. White and red dress encouraged! £35 per person Menu Starter Cream of Mushroom & Thyme Soup Main Course Roast Beef ... Read more
The next in the series of classic films takes place on Tuesday 23rd April. The programme is being finalised by facilitator Dr Ian Cubbin and will be published shortly, though the dates for this seasons film nights can be found below. Guests gather in the Newsroom from 6:30pm ahead of supper at 7:00pm. The cinema ... Read more