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Hidden London

Powerful women in late Iron Age London: the Harper Road burial

Evidence for women’s power in prehistoric London

Rivers

Mudlarks: rescuing relics from the river

How do the ancient artefacts found in the river Thames end up on display?

Hidden London

Bioarchaeological evidence for Black women in 14th century London

What can bones can tell us about Black women in Medieval London?

Behind the scenes

Emma Hamilton’s copy of Haydn’s The Creation

An in-depth look at Emma Hamilton, the famous regency-era model and actress, through her very own copy of The Creation held in the museum’s library.
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Winter celebrations

London's communities celebrate many different festivals in wintertime! Discover just a few of them here and try some activities they've inspired.

Share your masterpieces!

If you make any of your own designs, we'd love it if you'd share your creations with us.

Just tweet us @museumoflondon with your handiwork!

Family visits to the Museum of London

Family visits to the Museum of London Docklands

Fun learning at home

Lunar New Year virtual festival