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Late London: digital city On Thu 15 May, digital artists and experts are taking over! Unpick the digital vs. material world with highlights including comedy, interactive installations, new artistic commissions, talks, workshops, a silent disco and late night bars! In association with Londonist and part of Museums at Night. > Book now

What's new in May

New photography exhibition opens A free display of photography by Bob Collins opens 16 May. From major events to reflections on daily life, explore his work from the 1950s through to 1990. >  Find out more

Around the world in 90 minutes London has been a centre for illicit trade for over 2000 years – explore some of the city's unique imports at our behind-the-scenes archive tour on 3 & 17 May.  >  Book now

Half term for families Discover hidden London at our family weekend festival with stories and arts exploring London. An indoor/outdoor event with fun whatever the weather!  >  Find out more

May Day on the docks! Free family fun this May Day at docklands! Build a Jack in the Green, hear traditional spring folktales and join in the May Day procession. >  Find out more

Wonderful walks Take advantage of the sun with our walks this month including a tour ofChinatown and Limehouse and a look at the regeneration of Canary Wharf. >  Book now

Sherlock Holmes on sale now! The Cheapside Hoard exhibition has now closed, but never fear! Get your tickets now for our next major exhibition, Sherlock Holmes, opening in October. >  Book now

New video - discover Christina Broom Curator of Photographs, Anna Sparham, talks about an exciting new acquisition of photography from Christina Broom - including incredible images of soldiers heading to the Front for WWI. Watch the video now and see a small display at the museum which anticipates a large-scale retrospective in autumn 2015. > Watch the video

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The joys of spring: London parks With a bank holiday around the corner this means one thing - a day in the park! Discover how Londoners have been enjoying parks for hundreds of years.  >  Read blog post

Friends of the Museum of London

Did you know? When you join the Museum of London Friends, you can book exclusive events from a trip to Syon House to seeing a London Symphony Orchestra rehearsal! >  Find out more