Blackler's Father Christmas
Visitors can see the iconic 18-foot Father Christmas towering over the museum's atrium and greeting guests with his jumbo smile. Originally created for Blackler's department store grotto, the massive figure features original plaster head, hands, and boots alongside a recreated cane body and costume. Guests can marvel at the historic Liverpool symbol and take personal photographs from the entrance area.
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Tips & Advice
- Take personal photographs from the entrance area, where visitors can photograph the figure.
- Look closely at the original plaster head, hands and boots alongside the recreated cane body and costume.
- If you have memories of Blackler’s, share them on Instagram and tag @museumofliverpool.
- Read about the figure’s history as Blackler’s department store Father Christmas before viewing it in the atrium.
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- Free entry to the display.
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Run by National Museums Liverpool
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is on display?
The museum atrium features the giant Blackler’s Father Christmas, an 18-foot figure that once stood in Blackler’s department store.
Can I take a photograph of Father Christmas?
Yes. Visitors can take personal photographs from the entrance area.
Which parts of the original figure remain?
The head, hands and boots are original plaster; the cane body and costume were recreated.
How can I share a memory of Blackler’s?
Share photos and memories on Instagram and tag @museumofliverpool.
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