Museum of London - We’ve got the whole family covered this summer

Fun-filled family events this summer Treat the family to a history lesson like no other this summer. We have a range of events taking place throughout August exploring London’s rich heritage, perfect for keeping both the young and young-at-heart entertained. Hear stories straight from one of Victorian London's legendary toshers or get up close and personal with some of London's oldest artefacts. Round off your visit with a bite to eat at our restaurant, London Wall Bar and Kitchen, where kids eat free!* PLAN YOUR VISIT >

What's on for families? The tosher's tale Tue 7, 14, 21 & 28 Aug 12.30pm, 1pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3pm & 3.30pm Museum of London Join a Victorian 'tosher' and hear amazing tales about hunting for treasure in the sewers below London in this energetic storytelling session! FIND OUT MORE > Hands-on history Tue 7, 14, 21 & 28 Aug Museum of London Join our team of volunteers to discover some of the museum’s most fascinating artefacts. Get a real hands-on history lesson and feel closer to London's history than ever before. FIND OUT MORE > Great Stink family talk Every weekend in Aug, 2pm Museum of London 160 years on, learn about London’s stinkiest summer! Discover what London was like during the Great Stink, and learn about the heroes who tackled it, in this free family talk taking place every weekend throughout August. FIND OUT MORE > Plastic problems Thu 30 Aug 11am - 4pm drop-in Museum of London Is plastic really a villain - or is the issue with how we treat it? We have partnered with UCL and local charity Thames21 for this fascinating, family-friendly talk where we will explore the problem with plastic. FIND OUT MORE >

Who are the lousiest Londoners? Every day throughout Aug It’s time to find out who the lousiest Londoners were with your own Top Trumps-style cards. How will the Great Stink fair against medieval wee doctors and who will come out on bottom!? Ask a member of staff when you arrive for your free game pack and don’t forget to challenge one of our hosts to a duel! This is a self-guided activity, so stop by anytime. PLAN YOUR VISIT >