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Smithfield Market: The iron legacy of Sir Horace Jones
The innovative use of ironwork is testament to the market's unique place in the history of civil engineering
What does it mean to be Black in Britain today?
British-Nigerian artist Caroline Chinakwe shares the inspiration behind her two artworks on display at London Museum Docklands
The thrill of being a London Olympics volunteer
Four Londoners share the significance of contributing their bit to the London 2012 Olympic Games
Notting Hill Carnival: Memories, roots & rhythms
Growing up in the 1970s and 80s, Wendy Shearer shares her memories of the Notting Hill Carnival
Introducing our new website
We’ve got everything from Harry Kane to the Sex Pistols and the Great Fire to the Empire Windrush
Embroidered memories: The First World War silk postcard industry
How these hand-embroidered First World War silk postcards are beautiful examples of sentimentality and wartime industry
How to ‘judge’ a book owner by their bookplate
We don’t really judge, but we can definitely get to know a lot about a book’s owner by their customised bookplate
10 records that tell the story of Dub London
These 10 records reflect the strong crossovers between dub and London as a centre of music production
How we created the new London Museum brand
Working in collaboration with 33 Londoners and why we chose a pigeon
David Sassoon: Making London fashionable
We unpack the glamourous world of Bellville Sassoon and celebrate David’s contribution to London as a Fashion City
Seeking refuge in London
Our collection highlights powerful stories of refugees seeking sanctuary in London while facing challenges
Steeped in history: Tea drinking in Britain
The history of tea in Britain is deeply entwined with colonial histories of sugar and the East India Co.
5 things about Smithfield Market you might not know
What connects London’s iconic Smithfield Market to the Sydney Opera House?
The Backstreet: London’s iconic men-only leather bar
For 37 years, The Backstreet was an iconic part of London’s leather and gay bar scene
Medieval pilgrim shell tokens & St James’ Way
Explore London’s medieval shell relics, symbolising the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage’s lasting allure
The queen’s chatelaine bag
Tracing the origins of three royal accessories with Medieval roots
East London & the popularity of gospel choirs
How have gospel choirs from east London contributed to the UK’s musical soundscape?
