World Museum Liverpool: Mayan treasures on view in city

Liverpool is the only venue in the UK for the exhibition

An exhibition revealing the hidden treasures of the Mayans has opened at the Liverpool World Museum.

The free exhibition, which has 385 objects from museums and historical sites in Mexico, runs until 18 October.

Museum director Steve Judd said it was a great honour for the museum as it was the only UK venue for the exhibition.

Objects range from a court ring and ceramic figurine of a ball player to a small golden frog with turquoise eyes.

Accompanying the exhibition is a programme of free events, including a celebration weekend in July; Mexican folk dance and traditional music; workshops for schools, as well as craft activities exploring Mayan culture.

The exhibition has 385 items from Mexico

Several public events are to take place on a Mexican theme at the museum

A celebration weekend is planned for July