Liverpool Biennial returns this summer for its 13th edition, BEDROCK, with Liverpool ONE proudly named as one of 18 locations hosting this city-wide exhibition.

Curated by Marie-Anne McQuay, BEDROCK explores Liverpool’s physical and social foundations, featuring works from 30 artists and collectives. As part of the programme, students from The City of Liverpool College have co-created powerful installations through a series of workshops, bringing themes of race, migration, and belonging to life throughout Liverpool ONE.

Coming to Liverpool ONE – Bunchlann/Buncharriag (2025) by Alice Rekab

Bunchlann/Buncharriag means Origin Family/Bedrock in Irish Gaelic and explores themes of identity, community and belonging.

Artist Alice Rekab worked with City of Liverpool College students and guest artists to reflect on shared experiences of migration and heritage. Through workshops using dance, storytelling and personal objects, the group explored what identity means to them.

Rekab’s final collage captures these intimate moments – a powerful celebration of culture, connection and self-expression.

Running from 7 June – 14 September, BEDROCK will also feature at cultural landmarks including Bluecoat, Walker Art Gallery, and Open Eye Gallery.