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Top events in London on Thu 6th Sep 2018
Discover truly remarkable – but surprisingly little known – collections, featuring everything from artworks to scarce anatomical preparations and ext


A talk on the French deportation site Drancy.


In this evening session discover how brands such as Spotify, Innocent, Virgin and Google use words to build valuable equity.


£7.00
History Showoff
History Showoff is a comedy cabaret event all about the past, where a cast of historians, archaeologists, museum folk and comedians try to make sense of the olden days.


Roman expert Dr Simon Elliott explores the levers of power in the Imperial Roman court, and how the women of the Imperial family were able to use them to influence the governance of the Empire.


£9.50
London Stargazers
A talk about the lives of two of the greatest astronomers of all time, both of whom practiced their craft right here in London.


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A major retrospective of work by the celebrated British artist and designer, Edward Bawden RA CBE (1903-89).



This display explores the changing image of the West India Regiments from their creation at the end of the 18th century up to the First World War.



This is the first ever solo Pablo Picasso exhibition at Tate Modern.



The Wiener Library’s exhibition tells the story of the Third Reich’s campaign against ‘degenerate’ art and its international response.



From statues and street names, to shrines and temporary artworks, Immortalised explores the variety of ways people and events have been commemorated in England, past and present.



See hundreds of live butterflies and moths up-close in a tropical butterfly house.



From folk remedies and tooth fairies to barber-surgeons and professional dentists, Teeth tells the tale of our pursuit of a pain-free mouth and the perfect smile.



A large number of film collectables including from Star Wars and the Raiders of the Lost Ark will be on display for two weeks ahead of an auction.



An exhibition of feather fans from around the world.



Over 100 dazzling artworks and objects tells the story of a cosmopolitan empire that almost ended British rule in India



Regular Events - Thursday 6th September 2018
A guided walk to discover how Suffragettes used iconic locations in the City to further their cause.


Walking tour of the City, taking in stories of forgotten women workers, medieval business owners, famous queens, and 20th-century heroines.


Walking tours of London on Thursday 6th September 2018
Join Henri for a fun and fascinating walking tour around London’s trendiest neighbourhood.


A 90-minute walking tour as you explore the Barbican and discover the fascinating history behind the building of the Centre and the surrounding estate.


Tower Bridge opening times
Tower Bridge is not due to open today. The next scheduled opening is on Tue 25th Sep at 07:15pm