Loot and Plunder: A Conversation with two London authors
Two London authors tell tales of African loot and plunder - treasures stolen in the days of empire and now stashed in the city's museums.…
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Hatchards 187 Piccadilly, St. James's, London
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City of Gallows: Executions late opening
Museum of London Docklands No.1 Warehouse, West India Quay, London E14 4AL, London, United KingdomExplore the Executions exhibition after hours in an atmospheric candlelit evening at the Museum of London Docklands, uncovering the lesser-told stories from the exhibit. From…
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Book Event @ Jewish Museum London
Jewish Museum London Raymond Burton House 129-131 Albert Street, LondonJoin us at the Jewish Museum of London for the launch of Christine Jordan’s latest book, Sacrifice, the first instalment in her Hebraica trilogy, published…
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Living river mobile workshop and riverbed walk
Museum of London Docklands No.1 Warehouse, West India Quay, London E14 4AL, London, United KingdomJoin artist Camilla Brendon to take a closer look at our relationship with the river and learn how to build your mobile from salvaged materials…
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Open sewer or thriving ecosystem: The future of the Thames
Museum of London Docklands No.1 Warehouse, West India Quay, London E14 4AL, London, United KingdomJoin guest speakers Joe Pecorelli (ZSL), Vanessa Taylor (University of Greenwich) and Charlie Wood (Environment Agency) at the Museum of London Docklands as they take…
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The British Academy Summer Showcase 2023
FeaturedThe British Academy 10-11 Carlton House Terrace, London, United KingdomJoin us on 17 June as we open our doors for the British Academy’s annual Summer Showcase, a free, one-day festival of ideas for curious minds.
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Super Sexy Mister Blobbie Musical Hour
Museum of Comedy St George's Church Bloomsbury Way, LondonA collaborative Work-In-Progress with an exploding UK musical comedy circuit star and a newcomer Canadian comedian. It's part musical, part stand-up, part sketch, part…
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Queen Nanny: Legendary Maroon Chieftainess screening + Q&A
Museum of London Docklands No.1 Warehouse, West India Quay, London E14 4AL, London, United KingdomWe’re partnering with The New Black Film Collective for a screening at the Museum of London Docklands that unearths the story of Jamaica’s only female…
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Olivette Otele in conversation
Museum of London Docklands No.1 Warehouse, West India Quay, London E14 4AL, London, United KingdomJoin Olivette Otele at the Museum of London Docklands for a special in-conversation with Renée Landell, highlighting the role of Black women in resistance, abolition…
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An Evening with Mr Fish
No 1, West India Quay, Hertsmere Rd, London E14 4AL, United Kingdom LondonJoin us for an event marking the legacy of the brand that became the epitome of modern British flamboyance. An evening celebrating Mr Fish, the…
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Making the West End a fashion destination
No 1, West India Quay, Hertsmere Rd, London E14 4AL, United Kingdom LondonLearn more about how Jewish designers innovated, defied expectations and transformed the West End. Join us and learn more about the stories of Jewish designers,…
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Women’s History Month in East London 1 – 31 March
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Alternative Arts has collaborated with East London’s leading venues and its local communities for an empowering showcase of Women’s…
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Daniel Robbins: Alma Tadema’s ‘In My Studio’
Leighton House Museum 12 Holland Park Road, LondonCelebrating the one year anniversary of the permanent return of Lawrence Alma-Tadema's In My Studio to the Silk Room at Leighton House, join Senior Curator, Daniel…
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Calderara Unlocked – Saturday Morning Tour
Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art 39a Canonbury Square, London, United KingdomJoin us for an out-of-hours intimate tour of Antonio Calderara: A Certain Light. You will have the chance to explore the highlights of the exhibition and…
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Spring museum late event featuring author David Fathers
London Canal Museum 12-13 New Wharf Road, LondonJoin us on Thursday, 29th May 2025, for our spring museum late at the London Canal Museum. This special evening will feature a fascinating talk,…
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Kurt Cobain Unplugged – Exhibition
Royal College of Music Museum Prince Consort RdThe story behind one of music's most iconic guitars. Visit the Royal College of Music Museum as one of the most famous acoustic guitars in…
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The Great Exhibition Road Festival
Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London, United KingdomMark your calendars for 7-8 June for an unforgettable weekend celebrating science and the arts in South Kensington, packed with free events for all ages.…
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Lost ‘In Time!’ Challenge — Interactive Experience at RAF Museum London RAF Museum – Exhibition
RAF Museum London, Grahame Park Way, London NW9 5LL RAF Museum London Grahame Park Way London, NW9 5LL, LondonThe clock is ticking to save history! In this live, 30-minute adventure, your team follows costumed RAF figures, cracks their unique challenges and sends them…
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Mapping Medieval Manuscripts (Talk)
Fulham Palace Fulham Palace, London, United KingdomMapping medieval manuscripts: how surviving romance manuscripts are aiding the search for People of Colour in North Atlantic medieval Europe Medieval manuscripts offer a unique…
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Talk: The Dream Factory – Chelsea History Festival
Royal Hospital Chelsea Royal Hospital Chelsea, Royal Hospital Road, LondonAcclaimed author Daniel Swift tells the remarkable story of Shakespeare’s first theatre – the playhouse that came before the Globe. About the event In 1576,…
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Wine tasting in the walled garden
Fulham Palace Fulham Palace, London, United KingdomWine tasting in the walled garden at Fulham Palace Step into the walled garden at Fulham Palace for an afternoon of wine, history and discovery.…
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War Dog Storytelling with Tom Palmer
Royal Hospital Chelsea Royal Hospital Chelsea, Royal Hospital Road, LondonJoin award-winning children’s author Tom Palmer for a special live storytelling session celebrating War Dog, his powerful debut picture book inspired by the true story…
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Father Christmas in the historic library
Fulham Palace Fulham Palace, London, United KingdomFather Christmas is coming to Fulham Palace! Step into a magical festive wonderland as the historic Palace is transformed for the holiday season. Children will…
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Sense: The Anatomy of Creativity (at the Hunterian Museum)
Hunterian Museum 38–43 Lincolns Inn Fields, LondonAn evening of conversation, music and creative exploration at the Hunterian Museum, hosted by neuroscientist and comedian Professor Sophie Scott CBE with: visual artist Annie…
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International Women’s Day: Photography Exhibition
FeaturedRoyal Hospital Chelsea Royal Hospital Chelsea, Royal Hospital Road, LondonTo celebrate International Women’s Day 2026, the Royal Hospital Chelsea is delighted to partner with photographer Jackie King to display a collection of never-before-seen photographs…
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Easter Egg Trail
Fulham Palace Fulham Palace, London, United KingdomThis Easter, explore the historic Palace on a self-guided Easter egg trail for the whole family! Hidden across the historic house and its beautiful garden…
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Hands-on History: World War II – Homefront Object Handling
Royal Hospital Chelsea Royal Hospital Chelsea, Royal Hospital Road, LondonDiscover what life was like on the Home Front during the Second World War with military historian Paul Hunt. This interactive session explores: The vital…
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