The ianVisits guide to cheap and free things to do in London on Friday 19th May.


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Top events in London on Fri 19th May 2023

Examine the role of Nato and Russian troops in Kosovo with Professor Tracey German, and discover the ongoing legacy of the conflict that began there in the 1990s.
2023-05-19
12pm to 1pm
 
Chelsea
The Legacy of Kosovo
Chelsea
A late opening of the London Transport Museum with events to celebrate the 110th anniversary of London's first night bus.
2023-05-19
6:45pm to 10pm
 
Covent Garden
Covent Garden
Discover the amazing power of using gravitational waves to listen to the Universe.
2023-05-19
7pm to 8:30pm
 
Hanover Square
How to hear the Universe
Hanover Square

 

Ten Exhibitions That Are Closing Soon

How Do I Make You Feel?’ Solo Art Exhibition by Michelle Baharier
In this exhibition Baharier is also showcasing a number of portraits of disabled people who have changed society.
How Do I Make You Feel?’ Solo Art Exhibition by Michelle Baharier
8am to 6pm
Kennington
Closing soon Wed, 31st May
2023-03-23
2023-05-31
PerAnkh – The June Givanni PanAfrican Cinema Archive
An exhibition exploring Pan-African cinema and its relationship with Black British cinema and culture.
PerAnkh – The June Givanni PanAfrican Cinema Archive
11am to 6pm
Whitechapel
Closing soon Sun, 4th June
2023-04-15
2023-06-04
Punks, Princes and Protests: The Chronicles of Feliks Topolski RA
The exhibition showcases Feliks Topolski’s lifelong commitment to reportage.
Punks, Princes and Protests: The Chronicles of Feliks Topolski RA
12pm to 6pm
Southwark
Closing soon Sat, 15th July
2023-05-18
2023-07-15
 Seeing Double: Stereo Photography, Historical Cartography and the US Industrial Revolution 1840-1920
An exhibition of 3D-Stero photographs from the USA 19th-century.
 Seeing Double: Stereo Photography, Historical Cartography and the US Industrial Revolution 1840-1920
10am to 5pm
South Kensington
Closing soon Fri, 19th May
2023-04-17
2023-05-19
Church Halls and Broken Biscuits
The Cookie Monster, Bert and Ernie, and Winnie the Pooh are just some of our beloved childhood characters portrayed in a different light in this addiction themed exhibition.
Church Halls and Broken Biscuits
9:30am to 6pm
Whitechapel
Closing soon Fri, 19th May
2023-04-26
2023-05-19
Alice Neel: Hot Off The Griddle
The largest exhibition to date in the UK of American artist Alice Neel, whose vivid portraits capture the shifting social and political context of the American twentieth century.
Alice Neel: Hot Off The Griddle
10am to 7pm
Barbican
Closing soon Sat, 20th May
2023-02-16
2023-05-20
Gilbert & George - THE CORPSING PICTURES
This exhibition by Gilbert & George contains the most profoundly personal and confrontational pictures they have ever created.
Gilbert & George - THE CORPSING PICTURES
10am to 6pm
St James
Closing soon Sat, 20th May
2023-03-29
2023-05-20
Magdalena Abakanowicz
Explore a forest of towering woven sculptures
Magdalena Abakanowicz
10am to 6pm
Southwark
Closing soon Sun, 21st May
2022-11-17
2023-05-21
Venice 1500 Jacopo de' Barbari and the rise of printmaking
Focusing on Jacopo de' Barbari and his celebrated 'View of Venice', this display showcases the innovation and variety of printmaking on the lagoon during the High Renaissance.
Venice 1500 Jacopo de' Barbari and the rise of printmaking
10am to 5pm
Russell Square
Closing soon Sun, 21st May
2023-01-23
2023-05-21
Heath Robinson’s Hidden Treasures: Works from a private collection
The exhibition shows the body of works collected by Martin and Joanne Verden.
Heath Robinson’s Hidden Treasures: Works from a private collection
11am to 4pm
Pinner
Closing soon Sun, 21st May
2023-03-25
2023-05-21

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Walking tours of London on Friday 19th May 2023

Walk in the footsteps of Britain’s Royals and pick up interesting, odd facts about their everyday lives on this fascinating walking tour.
 10am to 12pm
 
 St James
2023-05-19
2023-05-19
Join us for a walking tour around Hyde Park, with exclusive access to the hidden Pet Cemetery.
 Starts at 10:30am
 
 Paddington
2023-05-19
2023-05-19
Join a group of fellow muggles for a walking tour and see the real-life locations that inspired sets such as Diagon Alley, the Leaky Cauldron, and the Ministry of Magic.
 Starts at 11am
 
 City of London
2023-05-19
2023-05-19
Walk in the footsteps of London’s most infamous serial killer on this exhilarating walking tour to real-life murder locations.
 7pm to 10pm
 
 Pimlico South
2023-05-19
2023-05-19
Dare to discover the legend of London’s notorious Jack the Ripper on a tour like no other.
 7:30pm to 9:15pm
 
 Whitechapel
2023-05-19
2023-05-19