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| Saturday, 28th November |
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| Sunday, 29th November |
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| Monday, 30th November |
| When Darwin finally published the On the Origin of Species, he tried to avoid controversy by ignoring human origins. Yet evolution was soon being attacked as the godless ‘monkey theory’. |
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| Tuesday, 1st December |
| Join Professor Maria Charalambides for Science Breaks as she discusses her work on engineering better-tasting, healthier chocolate. |
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| Wee Willie & the King’s Silver Trousers: A Tale of Medieval Arms & Armour from the Society of Antiquaries Library |
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| This talk deals with some of the City’s top spooks, plus a few more from all over London. |
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| This lecture will use examples – from a report on Coronavirus to a popular soap about rural life – to explore and compare with Western beliefs. |
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| Emma Chapman will tell us what happened after the Big Bang what it can teach us about the Universe today. |
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| Wednesday, 2nd December |
| Butchers from Borough Market’s Northfield Farm to show off different ways of preparing a classic porchetta. |
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| A talk about an iconic chair in the Emery Walker House, but was it made by a bodger? |
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| 10 Years since its restoration,Michel Snodin and Carole Patey, both Trustees in 2010 and central figures in the restoration, discuss the hurdles and triumphs in rebuilding Horace Walpole’s inspirational ‘little gothic castle’. |
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| This lecture looks at how this dramatic change was pushed through despite formidable opposition. |
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| Thursday, 3rd December |
| Zandra will be in conversation with the Fashion Museum's Head of Exhibitions, Dennis Nothdruft. |
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| Join our panel of experts to address this question and discover the incredible opportunities provided by digital technologies in mitigating climate change and helping us to achieve net zero. |
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| What ways can digital technologies support us in the fight against climate change and biodiversity loss? |
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| Toni Mount discusses how a Lincolnshire farm boy became one of the most influential scientists of all time |
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| How do we investigate violent and unexpected deaths at the inquest? |
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| Celebrate the cultural diversity of the Arctic and its importance to us all at this special Online Late. |
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| Discover the reality of peacetime conscription and its impact on Britain with Professor Richard Vinen. |
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| An evening of three talks about Stoke Newington's history from different perspectives |
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| A virtual tour to explore themes of identity, art, immigration and social change in one of London most dynamic areas. |
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| A talk about the Limehouse hydraulic accumulator tower and the history of hydraulic power. |
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| Friday, 4th December |
| Join Dr Christopher Knowles as he looks at the roles of four British individuals shaping the British occupation in Germany following the Second World War. |
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| While we can give the era a grateful nod for the Christmas tree, carols and crackers, let’s be honest - it’s really all about the food. |
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| Nick Hall looks at British tourists' views of the USSR. |
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| Saturday, 5th December |
| Watch a fleet of vintage Routemaster buses on route 159 |
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| Fulham Palace's outdoor/indoor Christmas market which includes fine foods and gifts, perfect for buying some thoughtful presents. |
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| 18th Annual LGBTQ Conference Celebrating its 18th birthday, the LGBTQ+ History Conference is ‘coming of age’, yet it is still grappling with important themes in history and heritage |
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| Fun and fascinating walk through Spitalfields' hidden history |
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| Independent artists and makers have gathered to present some of their most wonderful creations. |
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| Get behind the scenes at IWM as two curators discuss their new books and share their experience of diving into the collections. |
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| Southwark Cathedral invite all amateur and professional photographers to spend an atmospheric evening in the Cathedral during advent. |
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