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| Until 10 Jun 2012
There's just over 6 weeks left to catch our hugely popular and critically-acclaimed exhibition, Dickens and London at the Museum of London. Why not beat the crowds and join us for the last two late openings of the exhibition on Tue 1 May or Tue 5 June?> Find out more and buy tickets |
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| The alternative Diamond Jubilee |  |
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| Thu 31 May, 6.45-9.45pm
Book in advance £6 (concs £5, Friends £4)
Join us at the Museum of London Docklands to celebrate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee and party like it's 1897! Be astonished by shows of burlesque and Victorian-style hip hop, marvel at illusionists and delight in steampunk-themed craft workshops. Dress code: fin de siècle finery and steampunk chic!> Find out more |
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| At Home with the Queen | |
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| 25 May – 28 October 2012
FREEMarking the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II, this photographic display at the Museum of Londonexplores the capital’s enduring affection for the Queen, capturing Londoners at home with their cherished souvenirs of HRH Queen Elizabeth II.> Find out more |
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| The Story of Lovers Rock, 12A | |
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| Fri 11 May, 7-9pmBook in advance £7 (concs £5)
Introduced by the film’s director, Menelik Shabazz, join us at the Museum of London Docklands for a screening of this rarely-seen, ground-breaking film which explores the black British sound of the 1970s and 80s.> Find out more© Chris Dawes |
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| May Day on the Docks | |
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| Mon 7 May
FREE
Celebrate May Day at the Museum of London Docklands! Take part in folk dancing, help us make a Jack in the Green, listen to storytelling and join in with our own May Day procession.
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| Bring your grandparents day | |
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| Sat 5 May, 11am – 4pm
FREE
To say thank you to all of you hard-working grandparents, the Museum of London Docklands is hosting Bring Your Grandparents Day. Why not come along with the whole family to enjoy our free family events? Grandparents receive 20% off all sandwiches in our café on the day!
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| Guinness World Record | |
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| The Museum of London's archive has recently been awarded the title of the world’s largest archaeological archive, as adjudicated by Guinness World Records! Why not join us for a tour? Every Friday and on the first and third Saturday of the month, you can visit our fascinating store and discover some of the thousands of finds that haven't yet made it into our galleries.
> Find out more about tours of the archive |
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| Syon Park training excavation | |
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| 9-13 & 16-20 Jul, 9am – 5pm
Book in advance £195 (over 18s only)
Calling all budding archaeologists! Join Museum of London archaeologists on this training excavation which provides two structured hands-on, five-day courses suitable for all levels, covering aspects of site survey, excavation and recording.
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| Collecting the Royals | |
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