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Events and
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www.museumoflondon.org.uk
August 2012 –
020 7001 9844 January 2013
DISCOVER MUSEUM OF LONDON
150 London Wall, near St Paul’s
NEW ABOUT journey through the capital’s turbulent past, from a time
when hippos and lions roamed Trafalgar Square to the
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everyday issues facing 21st century Londoners.
Discover prehistoric London, see how the city changed as
Romans gave way to Saxons, wonder at the splendour of
At the Museum of London and the Museum of London medieval London and examine the tumultuous years when
Docklands you can journey to the heart of London’s story London was ravaged by civil wars, plague and the Great
and discover the hidden treasures in our city’s history from Fire of 1666. Then venture into the Galleries of Modern
450,000 BC to the present day. London where you can walk the streets of Victorian
London, take a stroll in recreated 18th century pleasure
From talks, walks and courses to evening events and film gardens and marvel at the magnificent Lord Mayor’s Coach.
screenings there’s always something happening at both of our
You can also explore the objects in our galleries through
venues. Alternatively, take a closer look at London past and
free daily highlights tours and objects in focus sessions.
present with our changing programme of exhibitions. www.museumoflondon.org.uk
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Group visits
From exclusive tours to catering offers, find out how we can make
your group visit a day to remember. Call 020 7001 9844 for more
information or visit www.museumoflondon.org.uk/groups.
Opening times
Open daily 10am – 6pm. Closed 24-26 December. MUSEUM OF LONDON DOCKLANDS
Eating and drinking West India Quay, Canary Wharf
The Museum’s two cafés, run by benugo, offer a menu of
delicious hot and cold deli salads, freshly made sandwiches
From Roman settlement to Docklands’ regeneration, this 200
and cakes. A lunch space is also available during weekends and
year old warehouse reveals the long history of London as a port
school holidays. Our restaurant London Wall Bar & Kitchen
through stories of trade, migration and commerce.
serves a menu of British classics and is a great place to unwind
with family and friends before or after your visit. Open Discover a wealth of objects from whale bones to World War II
Mon-Fri, 11am – 11pm. For reservations and information visit gas masks in state-of-the-art galleries, including Sailortown, an
www.londonwallbarandkitchen.com or call 020 7600 7340. atmospheric recreation of 19th century Wapping, and London,
Sugar & Slavery, which reveals the part the capital played in the
Access and facilities for visitors with disabilities transatlantic slave trade.
The Museum is fully accessible to wheelchair users. The Galleries
of Modern London include induction loops, Braille panels, touch With archaeological finds, unusual objects, fascinating talks,
objects and audio guides for the visually impaired. Please call films and events, as well as an extensive archive and library, the
or visit our website to find out about the facilities that may help Museum of London Docklands is one of the capital’s hidden gems.
you during your visit. Free Vocaleyes tours are also available for You can also explore the objects in our galleries through free
visually impaired visitors and some lectures and walks can be highlights tours. www.museumoflondon.org.uk/docklands
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Group visits
From exclusive tours to catering offers, find out how we can make
your group visit a day to remember. Call 020 7001 9844 for more
information or visit www.museumoflondon.org.uk/groups.
Opening times
Open daily 10am – 6pm. Closed 24-26 December.
Closed until 16 September 2012 to host Deutsches Haus,
the official base for the German National Olympic Committee.
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Women in Focus
16 November 2012 – 17 February 2013
Our Londinium 2012 Dorothy Bohm, one of Britain’s greatest living
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Get started using computers and the Internet London through a lens: beginners SLR
Starts Mon 24 Sep, 6-8pm (10 weeks) Starts Mon 5 Nov, 2.30-4.30pm (5 weeks)
This practical course for beginners will provide you with the An introduction to SLR (single lens reflex) digital photography.
skills and knowledge needed to get started using computers Learn more about your SLR camera to gain confidence in
and the internet safely. capturing London’s rich history.
Museum of London. Book in advance** £75 (concs FREE)
Museum of London. Book in advance* £48 (concs £14)
In partnership with WEA
In partnership with City of London Adult Skills and Community Learning
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* Book via City of London on 020 7608 2753 Soundtrack to London (Nokia smartphones)
† Book via Birkbeck on 0207 631 6316 Impress your friends with this London music trivia
** Book via WEA on 0800 328 1060 app. Search over 200 locations and 160 artists to
† † Book via our box office on 020 7001 9844 discover why London is one of the world’s greatest
To find out more about our adult courses visit cities for music.
www.museumoflondon.org.uk/courses FREE to download from the Ovi Store
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