Check out this week's alternative guide to what's on in London. | Welcome to my weekly email of lectures, talks, heritage events, organised walks and other random miscellany which Ian hopes would be of interest. | = Event is free of charge | | = Pre-Booking required. |
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| Saturday 20th August | |
| See an array of scientific experiments demonstrating the effects of physics and chemistry. | | | Approx 1 acre garden with a blaze of colourful displays in perennial borders and the eight cartwheel centre beds. | | | The day features live music, dance, performance, food and family activities as well as their annual dog show. | | | Sunday 21st August | |
| See an array of scientific experiments demonstrating the effects of physics and chemistry. | | | Monday 22nd August | |
| Tuesday 23rd August | |
| In this talk, discover stories of the spectrum of conservation options from around the world, and the bands of determined conservationists fighting for a better future. | | | Wednesday 24th August | |
| If you've ever wanted to explore the Charles Dickens Museum out of hours, now is your chance. | | | Thursday 25th August | |
| Exploring the relationship between human and planetary health, this panel explores how dependant our personal health is on that of the planet. | | | Friday 26th August | |
| Join Professor Julie Anderson as she examines the changes in rehabilitation and medical treatment during and after the Second World War. | | | Saturday 27th August | |
| A demonstration of Victorian surgery techniques in an old operating theatre. | | | Rummage through a selection of salvaged treasures from 30 vintage traders. | | | Be awed by circus acts, entertained by performers, delighted by fish & chips, and spun around by vintage games galore. | |
| Exhibitions closing shortly | | Explore five centuries of UK news through broadsheets, blogs and objects from our own collection and examine era-defining stories close-up. (Ends on Sun, 21st Aug) | | An exhibition based around the disputed claims that the Dutch painter Philips Wouwerman was a plagiarist. (Ends on Sun, 21st Aug) | | A display of infographics illustrating 19th-century news themes (Ends on Sun, 21st Aug) | | Run without interruption since 1769, the Summer Exhibition showcases art in all forms, from prints, painting, film and photography, to architectural works and sculpture. (Ends on Sun, 21st Aug) | | Enter into the world of superheroes in this first major exhibition to explore the representation of foundlings, orphans, adoptees, and foster children in comics, graphic novels and sequential art from around the globe. (Ends on Sun, 28th Aug) | | Explore the 100-year history of the prestigious Royal Academy of Dance. (Ends on Sun, 28th Aug) | | The exhibition considers what we might learn from plant behaviour, and the impacts of colonial expeditions on the exploitation of natural resources and indigenous knowledges. (Ends on Sun, 28th Aug) | | In this exhibition, learn more about printmaking in Rudolf's court in Prague during the highpoint of innovative and ambitious prints made from around 1580 until the early years of the 17th century. (Ends on Sun, 28th Aug) | | The name Bruce Gilden is synonymous with striking images - his unique and confrontational style has made him a stand-out Icon in the pantheon of legendary American street photographers. (Ends on Sun, 28th Aug) | | This exhibition of art, science, design, music and philosophy invites you to experience different global perspectives on our shared planet, and consider Earth as a community we all belong to. (Ends on Mon, 29th Aug) | | This landmark exhibition will rewrite the history of the revolutionary art movement. (Ends on Mon, 29th Aug) | | Whether you are a fanatical supporter, part-time punter or sporting sceptic, visitors to this exhibition will enjoy discovering the remarkable design stories behind the world's beautiful game. (Ends on Mon, 29th Aug) | | Everyone is invited to transform a completely white domestic apartment into a sea of colourful dots (Ends on Mon, 29th Aug) | | Pitzhanger’s new exhibition by Rana Begum RA explores the perception of light, colour and form within sculpture, painting and installation. (Ends on Wed, 31st Aug) | | This exhibition highlights the sporting, economic and wellbeing opportunities generated by the Games, the journey of the Paralympics movement and the remarkable changes to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. (Ends on Wed, 31st Aug) |
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