Thu 23 Feb 2012 | 15:00
| | Under 5s storytime at Museum of London Docklands Join us in our galleries for a fun and interactive story, told using puppets, museum objects and music - then come and play in Mudlarks children's gallery if you have energy to spare! More about "Under 5s storytime"
| Storytelling | Families | |
Fri 24 Feb 2012 | 10:00
| | Archaeology Exposed: After the excavation at Museum of London Join staff and volunteers from the Museum's Archaeological Archive for drop-in interactive handling sessions taking place in the museum foyer & Archaeology in Action, from 10.00-16.00.
• On Mondays you will have the chance to meet Archaeological Conservators and discover the techniques they use to preserve artefacts.
• On Tuesdays meet volunteers from the Centre for Human Bioarchaeology and find out how they use skeletal remains to understand past Londoner's lives.
• On Fridays join our Archivists who will reveal the importance of recording archaeological data and the wealth of information that site archives can reveal.
On each of these days you can also join us in the Museum of London foyer where we will be showcasing various aspects of our work including artefacts, photos, tools of the trade and a chance to find out more about the archaeology from your bit of London. More about "Archaeology Exposed: After the excavation"
| Object session | Adults | |
Fri 24 Feb 2012 | 11:00 14:00
| 
 | Behind the scenes at the Archaeological Archive at Mortimer Wheeler House Visit the London Archaeological Archive and Research Centre to see and handle some of the thousands of finds not yet in our galleries.
Please note that there is limited wheelchair / pushchair access at the site.
Mortimer Wheeler House, 46 Eagle Wharf Road, London N1 7ED More about "Behind the scenes at the Archaeological Archive"
| Tours | Adults | |
Fri 24 Feb 2012 | 11:30 15:15
| | Hands-On Archaeology at Museum of London To create more space for future archives, the museum is revisiting its archaeology dug in the 1970s and improving the storage and access of these collections by repacking the objects more effectively and efficiently.
Join staff & volunteers from the museum's archaeological archive and Visitor Inclusion Programme (LAARC VIP) and help contribute to the upkeep of our archaeological collections.
In the Hands-On Archaeology workshop sessions you will have the opportunity to handle real pieces of pottery that were excavated during the 1970's, learn how the museum stores its archaeological collections and help improve the way these important artefacts are stored. These sessions are free, ticketed and led by Archaeological Collections Officers, Adam Corsini and Glynn Davis, who run the Volunteer Inclusion Programme at the London Archaeological Archive & Research Centre (LAARC VIP). More about "Hands-On Archaeology"
| Object session | Adults | |
Sat 25 Feb 2012 | 12:30 14:30
| | Pop-up Dickensian Docklands at Museum of London Docklands Using Victorian photos and prints, discover the difference between the Docklands of Dickens' time and the Docklands we know today. Use simple paper techniques, folding, cutting and collage to make a clever pop-up picture of Victorian Docklands.
More about "Pop-up Dickensian Docklands"
| Workshops | Families | |
Sat 25 Feb 2012 | 11:00
| 
 | Walk the Olympic way Discover the redevelopment of the area around the Olympic Park, including a look at finds unearthered on site by the Museum of London's archaeologists. More about "Walk the Olympic way"
| Walks | Adults | |
Sun 26 Feb 2012 | 13:00 14:00 15:00
| | Characters from history - meet Mary Prince at Museum of London Mary Prince's fight for freedom brought her to London where her story was used to help end slavery in the 1800s. Meet Mary and hear her story of determination, compassion and survival. More about "Characters from history - meet Mary Prince"
| Drama | Families | |
Mon 27 Feb 2012 | 18:30
| 
 | Anglo-Norman London (10) at Museum of London This ten week course covers the history of London from 1000 AD until c.1200 AD, but places it firmly in the wider context of the history of England. You will use written sources, archaeological evidence and art to understand the development of London and to examine what life was like for Londoners during the Anglo-Norman period.
The course starts on Monday 9 Jan 2012 and runs until 19 March, with a half term break on 13 February. This course is run in partnership with Birkbeck College: course code FFH1325H4 CB; CATS points 15; Level 2.
To book a place contact Birkbeck College directly via http://www.bbk.ac.uk/study, 020 7631 6651 or minicom 020 7631 6630. For general enquiries call 0870 444 3850 or minicom 020 7631 6630 or email info@bbk.ac.uk/fce.
NB: Due to changes in the way the government funds lifelong learning there has been a change in the way fees are charged by Birkbeck: if you do not already have a degree then you will qualify for a reduction and will be charged a lower non ELQ* rate ie £225 (or £115 if you are in receipt of benefit).
*ELQ = equivalent lower qualification (ELQ students are charged the higher rate/ non ELQ students are charged the lower rate).
More about "Anglo-Norman London (10)"
| Evening class | Adults | |
Mon 27 Feb 2012 | 10:00
| | Archaeology Exposed: After the excavation at Museum of London Join staff and volunteers from the Museum's Archaeological Archive for drop-in interactive handling sessions taking place in the museum foyer & Archaeology in Action, from 10.00-16.00.
• On Mondays you will have the chance to meet Archaeological Conservators and discover the techniques they use to preserve artefacts.
• On Tuesdays meet volunteers from the Centre for Human Bioarchaeology and find out how they use skeletal remains to understand past Londoner's lives.
• On Fridays join our Archivists who will reveal the importance of recording archaeological data and the wealth of information that site archives can reveal.
On each of these days you can also join us in the Museum of London foyer where we will be showcasing various aspects of our work including artefacts, photos, tools of the trade and a chance to find out more about the archaeology from your bit of London. More about "Archaeology Exposed: After the excavation"
| Object session | Adults | |
Mon 27 Feb 2012 | 15:15
| | Hands-On Archaeology at Museum of London To create more space for future archives, the museum is revisiting its archaeology dug in the 1970s and improving the storage and access of these collections by repacking the objects more effectively and efficiently.
Join staff & volunteers from the museum's archaeological archive and Visitor Inclusion Programme (LAARC VIP) and help contribute to the upkeep of our archaeological collections.
In the Hands-On Archaeology workshop sessions you will have the opportunity to handle real pieces of pottery that were excavated during the 1970's, learn how the museum stores its archaeological collections and help improve the way these important artefacts are stored. These sessions are free, ticketed and led by Archaeological Collections Officers, Adam Corsini and Glynn Davis, who run the Volunteer Inclusion Programme at the London Archaeological Archive & Research Centre (LAARC VIP). More about "Hands-On Archaeology"
| Object session | Adults | |
Mon 27 Feb 2012 | 10:00 11:00
|  | Little Mudlarks toddlers group: Make-it Monday at Museum of London Docklands What will we make today? Learn, play and explore together every Monday during term-time in this fun, hands-on and creative session for toddlers (walkers - 5 years) and carers. Explore our Mudlarks gallery and soft play area and then have fun being creative together. More about "Little Mudlarks toddlers group: Make-it Monday"
| Special community events | Families | |
Mon 27 Feb 2012 | 12:45
|  | Mini Mudlarks babies group at Museum of London Docklands Learn, play and explore together every Monday during term-time. This session is for babies (aged 6 months-walking) and their carers and includes sensory, hands on and play based activities for you and your baby to enjoy together. More about "Mini Mudlarks babies group"
| Special community events | Families | |
Mon 27 Feb 2012 | 11:30
| 
 | Port of London Study Group (10) at Museum of London Docklands Join this self-directed special interest group which meets on Mondays at the Museum of London Docklands to share research ideas about the history, heritage and archaeology of the Port of London. The self-led concept is an essential part of the group: the goal being to establish a friendly, positive and supported learning environment for all.
The group is made up of enthusiasts rather than experts, who take it in turns to deliver presentations or lead walks in the summer. The meetings are held during term time and new members are always welcome - no previous knowledge or experience is necessary.
The third session of each term takes places at the Musuem of London in the city, where members receive IT help and training.
The spring term starts on 16 January 2012 and runs until 19 March. the summer term starts on 23 April 2012 and runs until 9 July.
If you are interested in joining please contact our Box Office on 020 7001 9844. More about "Port of London Study Group (10)"
| Week day course | Adults | |
Tue 28 Feb 2012 | 10:00
| | Archaeology Exposed: After the excavation at Museum of London Join staff and volunteers from the Museum's Archaeological Archive for drop-in interactive handling sessions taking place in the museum foyer & Archaeology in Action, from 10.00-16.00.
• On Mondays you will have the chance to meet Archaeological Conservators and discover the techniques they use to preserve artefacts.
• On Tuesdays meet volunteers from the Centre for Human Bioarchaeology and find out how they use skeletal remains to understand past Londoner's lives.
• On Fridays join our Archivists who will reveal the importance of recording archaeological data and the wealth of information that site archives can reveal.
On each of these days you can also join us in the Museum of London foyer where we will be showcasing various aspects of our work including artefacts, photos, tools of the trade and a chance to find out more about the archaeology from your bit of London. More about "Archaeology Exposed: After the excavation"
| Object session | Adults | |
Tue 28 Feb 2012 | 15:15
| | Hands-On Archaeology at Museum of London To create more space for future archives, the museum is revisiting its archaeology dug in the 1970s and improving the storage and access of these collections by repacking the objects more effectively and efficiently.
Join staff & volunteers from the museum's archaeological archive and Visitor Inclusion Programme (LAARC VIP) and help contribute to the upkeep of our archaeological collections.
In the Hands-On Archaeology workshop sessions you will have the opportunity to handle real pieces of pottery that were excavated during the 1970's, learn how the museum stores its archaeological collections and help improve the way these important artefacts are stored. These sessions are free, ticketed and led by Archaeological Collections Officers, Adam Corsini and Glynn Davis, who run the Volunteer Inclusion Programme at the London Archaeological Archive & Research Centre (LAARC VIP). More about "Hands-On Archaeology"
| Object session | Adults | |