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Museum of London
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  The Museum of London documents the history of London from prehistoric to modern times. The museum is located on London Wall, close to the Barbican Centre.
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Museum of London Docklands
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  The Museum of London Docklands is a museum on the Isle of Dogs, east London that tells the history of London's River Thames and the growth of Docklands.
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Behind the scenes

Curators' choice: favourite objects from the London collection

If you had to pick one thing to reflect all of London's history, what would it be? Our curators decide on their personal highlights.

Look of London

Five brides and one wedding dress

A newly displayed vintage wedding dress hides an intriguing story.

Hidden London

Vote for Women: the groundbreaking election of 1918

In 1918, women won the right to vote for the first time. What happened next?

Hidden London

The mystery of the medieval man in the mud

What killed a booted man founded buried in the Thames?

Explore the stories of the world's greatest city and uncover the hidden treasures of our collections.
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