Benin City, Burning
In February 1897, British troops launched a ‘Punitive Expedition’ on the Kingdom of Benin, swiftly and violently destroying much of Benin City and pillaging thousands…
In February 1897, British troops launched a ‘Punitive Expedition’ on the Kingdom of Benin, swiftly and violently destroying much of Benin City and pillaging thousands…
Dr Anna Hájková, Associate Professor at the University of Warwick, talks about her newly published book about Terezín / Theresienstadt. The Last Ghetto offers both…
New biopic contrasting Václav Havel’s moral stand as a human rights activist with his flawed private life, buiding up a captivating portrayal of the man…
‘An absolute must-see for all music lovers…’ A Century of Rhythm n Blues recreated note for note in a unique live show & documentary experience.…
An informal evening of design talks, drinks and canapes with renowned speakers including: Roddy Clarke – Design journalistKate Arnell – Eco author and TV presenterEdward…
City Lit, the British Museum and UCL present the annual Classics Day, offering lectures exploring the interpretations and reinterpretations of Troy, through archaeology, literature and…
Join the London Bus Museum for a fun-filled day out with the family. Enjoy bus rides around Weybridge, horse-drawn buses, transport stalls, entertainment and food,…
William Whyte, Professor of Social & Architectural History, University of Oxford, explains how and why the 19th century changed the way churches look and sound
Join us as Tony Tucker and Oliver Leigh Wood deliver a FREE talk on City of London churches, ancient buildings and why we should care…
Rather than the panacea for the ills of science in the 21st century, open science is a Trojan Horse for reinforcing the neoliberal commercialisation of…
Guildhall Art Gallery’s forthcoming exhibition brings together works from the 17th century to the present day to illustrate how London’s ever-changing cityscape has inspired visiting…
Advance booking is essential. A detailed 3 1/2 hour guided walking tour of the lower part of the River Fleet’s course, London’s most well known…