From 1-7 May 1941, Liverpool sustained a week of intense bombing from the German Luftwaffe with devastating consequences.
National Museums Liverpool is marking the 75th anniversary of this attack with a series of free talks, tours, performances and online activity.
Role-players in 1940s period costume will be available for photographs an interviews at the Piermaster’s House on Tuesday 26 April at 10.45.
During the Second World War, Liverpool’s role as a vital port made it a key target for Germany. In what was the most concentrated series of air attacks on any British city area outside London, 870 tonnes of high explosive bombs and more than 112,000 incendiaries (firebombs) were dropped by German bombers.
The destruction during that one week was overwhelming, with more than 1,450 people killed in Liverpool and 250 in Bootle. Many more were seriously injured.
Julia Bryan, Senior Education Manager at National Museums Liverpool, said: “The May Blitz has an important place in Liverpool’s history. 75 years later, the city’s landscape still bears the scars, and the memories of that terrible week remain with those who witnessed it and their descendants.
“During the week of events, we’re looking forward to meeting people who can tell us more about that time, whether it is from their own experience or passed on by someone they knew. Our ‘We’ll meet again’ event at Museum of Liverpool on 3 May from 12.30-3pm, is an opportunity for visitors to share these personal accounts.
“Role-players and family crafts will also provide an opportunity to help the younger generation understand Liverpool’s role in the Second World War and appreciate the spirit of the city to survive.”