Once again, the Athenaeum Library will be honoured by the erudite musings of Reverend Dr Chris O'Neill, who will be delving into the story, life and many amazing talents of the much maligned Niccolò Machiavelli. Many of you may realise the connection that the Institution has with the Renaissance period, but do you know how ... Read more
Celebrate the long balmy nights of a Liverpool summer in style at the Athenaeum. Our very own mixologist, Vittorio, will be demonstrating the art of cocktail making to provide us with a range of delicious creations (other drinks available, of course). Executive Chef Russell and his team will provide a generous selection of canapes and ... Read more
Following the death of Christ, many authors felt inspired to write about Jesus, his family, and his followers. Most of these texts were rejected by the Church leadership and disappeared from sight. However, recent papyrological discoveries in Egypt have allowed us to access writings long thought of as lost. The Gospel of Jesus' Wife is ... Read more
Join us for a discussion on the state of free speech today, hosted by Ian Skillicorn of The Exchange. Freedom of speech has become one of the most hotly debated issues of our age. Advocates argue that the present socio-political atmosphere stifles freedom of expression and legitimate dissent, fuels cancel culture and leads to censorship. ... Read more
At least once a month the Club hosts Friday Evening Dining, where the Dining Room is open to members on a Friday Evening. Typically this will take place on the first Friday of the month, though where this is not possible it will be moved to another Friday. The Dining Room will be open from ... Read more
Join us in the Library Reading Room for another meeting of the History of Arts group, this time revolving around 20th Century British Art & Paintings. Attendance of this talk is free to Members and their guests.
Please join the President and his distinguished guests for a delicious two course meal and celebrate the Athenaeum’s unique place in the life our great city. The first Laws of the Athenaeum, drawn up in 1798, stated that the Mayor of Liverpool should be a member of the institution for ‘the time being’, meaning the ... Read more
This is a reminder that the next meeting of our History Group will take place on Wednesday, July 24th, at 2.30pm (please note the time) when Proprietor Nigel Gilmour will give us a talk on Leet courts - a snapshot of local government in 17C Prescot. Nigel discovered this topic when reading in the Athenaeum Library ... Read more
It's once again time to welcome our newest Proprietors in this New Members event, complete with share register signing ceremony, reception drinks & a delicious buffet for those who book. A great way to meet more of your fellow members, guests will be gathering from 6:00pm in the Newsroom with a glass of fizz and ... Read more
Mămăligă, maize porridge or polenta, is one of the most popular Romanian dishes. In his recent and highly acclaimed book, historian Alex Drace-Francis tells the story of how corn, once just a humble ingredient, has become over time a national treasure and a recognisable symbol of Romanian everyday life and culture. Eaten by both rich ... Read more