This September: See Ben Aaronovitch and Bridgerton's Adjoa Andoh in conversation at Master Shipwright's House and more

 

Hands on History: Exploring the Royal River Walk Sun 11 Sep | Greenwich Join us for an exclusive walk exploring the archaeology of the Royal Thames in Greenwich with Thames Discovery Programme. Greenwich Palace was one of five Royal Palaces on the Thames in the Tudor period. We'll discover what archaeology can tell us about the day-to-day life in the palaces, and the importance of the river for trade and transport. Part of our wider Hands on History mudlarking programme of walks, talks & exhibitions. Find out more Ben Aaronovitch in conversation with Adjoa Andoh | Sun 4 Sep | Deptford Join Rivers of London author Ben Aaronovitch and Bridgerton's Adjoa Andoh for a Q&A London discussing all things writing, acting and expanding the reader/writership of sci-fi and fantasyat the historic Master Shipwright's House in Deptford. Find out more London's Lost Village: The Thames Ironworks with Dr. Brian Belton | Wed 29 Sep | The Silver Building Join us at The Silver Building for two talks led by Dr. Brian Belton on the history of the Thames Ironworks, including a vegetarianism advocating managing director, and the firm's football team that would become West Ham United. Find out more Many Rivers to Cross | Fri 2 - Fri 30 Sep | Riverside Studios Members of Riverside Artists Group will be creating a stunning new body of work responding to the River Thames with an exhibition and series of workshops throughout September including a stained glass workshop & procession. Find out more Muddy Mudlarks | Fri 23 Sep - Mon 26 Sep | Candid Arts Trust This exhibition curated by Christine Chua pays homage to the river, crafting spaces to explore a new consciousness about our relationship to the Thames and local community. Find out more Reimagining Joya Workshops | Various dates & locations  There are a host of unique and interesting workshops to join with the Reimagining Joya exhibition - an exhibition by CSM alumni exploring how we relate to and inhabit the natural world. From solargraphy, haiku writing and greeting cards workshops to the River Moon and You experience, there's something for all to enjoy Find out more In Transit: Belinda Zhawi | Thu 22 Sep | Brunel Museum Experience a mesmerising new site-specific performance by Zimbabwean-born poet and musician Belinda Zhawi, probing themes of colonialism, migration, industry and the environment. Find out more Ghosts on a Wire: A play about Love, Light & Power | Various Dates | Union Theatre Watch this tale about Mary Shelley and her Monster; Michael Faraday, the father of electricity; vibrating pubs that give you sea-sickness on land; a famous court case, and the start of the clean air-movement in Blackfriars. Find out more Thames Murky Past: Pirates and executions | Various Dates | Meeting point: Limehouse Town Hall Explore where the head of traitors were displayed on spikes, walk along the execution dock, and learn stories about pirates! Find out more London Walks: Brunel Boat Tours & Rotherhithe Walks | Throughout September Join London Walks for a series of walks and boat trips, exploring hidden villages of Rotherhithe and Brunel's London landmarks. Find out more The Greenwich Witch | Various Dates and Locations The Greenwich Witch has been stalking the town, spreading fear with her curses. Join Dave Diamond and Alicja Mrozek to help protect the town while we test out our witch's powers! Find out more   The Golden Hinde Shipyard Tour | Sun 11 Sep See the reconstruction of Sir Francis Drake's Golden Hinde as never before as you step into our working Tudor Shipyard - in the heart of London. Find out more Sign up to be part of Team Thames! Join our crew for free to get all the news direct to your inbox and to gain access to exclusive content. Find out more