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Museum of London Docklands
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Museum of London Docklands
No. 1 Warehouse
West India Quay
Hertsmere Road
London
E14 4AL
City of London
England
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Museum of London Docklands
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Collection details
World Cultures, Weapons and War, Trade and Commerce, Social History, Maritime, Inland Waterways, Industry, Archaeology
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Contact details
Box office (Tel)
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020 7001 9844
Recorded Information line (Tel)
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020 7001 9844
Box office
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info@museumoflondon.org.uk
Website
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www.museumoflondon.org.uk/docklands
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Open
daily 10am-6pm
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Closed
24-26 December
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Admission charges
FREE
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Description
From Roman settlement to the development of Canary Wharf, this 200 year old warehouse reveals the long history of the capital as a port through stories of trade, migration and commerce.
Discover a wealth of objects in state-of-the-art galleries, including Sailortown, an atmospheric recreation of 19th century London; and London, Sugar & Slavery, which reveals the city’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. With ancient finds, unusual objects and fascinating tours, Museum of London Docklands is one of London’s hidden treasures.
The entire collection of this museum is a Designated Collection of national importance.
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Collections description
The entire collection of the Museum of London Docklands is a Designated Collection of national importance.
The collection consists of objects reflecting the social history of the Thames and London's port, including archaeological finds, works of art, scale models, contemporary tools and many miscellaneous items that would have been traded through the port.
Collections also include the Sainsbury Archive, a collection of documents, artefacts and photographs relating to the history of the food retailing company founded by John James and Mary Ann Sainsbury in 1869.
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Key artists and exhibits
William Ware
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Designated Collection
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Articles
Museum of London Docklands announces free admission for all visitors
Female force behind Olympic London celebrated at Museum of London Docklands
Step in Shakespeare's shoes at Museum of London
Ball and chain from 17th-18th century discovered on Thames riverbank
Festival of British Archaeology 2009: Museum of London's Family Foreshore visit
Dishy Roman burial find revealed at Museum of London Docklands
Artistic response to Atlantic journeys - LandFall at Museum of London Docklands
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Trails
On The Trail Of Guy Fawkes In The UK's Museums And Heritage Sites
Hidden Treasures: London
Hidden Treasure Trail 1 - The People's Museum In London
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Events
Natasha McEnroe: Foul of mouth and evil eyed
Lecture
London Burials
Guided tour
Passport to Pimlico (1949), U
London, sugar and slavery
Guided tour
Historical Pimlico
Guided tour
Docks in wartime
Guided tour
Publish and be damned
Guided tour
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Available resources
Harry's Story
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Storytelling - The Sailor's 1000 stories
Face to face resources; Storytelling session (Resource)
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General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Guided tours
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Collections
General guide to collections available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Public access available to collections information
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Disability Access
General audio-guide available
Induction loops in lecture theatres
Large print information and/or interpretation
Toilets for disabled
Touch exhibits and/or handling sessions
Wheelchair access to all public areas
Wheelchairs available for loan
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Children and Families
Activities for pre-school children
Baby changing facilities
Children's play area
Events and resources for children and families
Indoor soft play area
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General Education
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
General audio-guide available
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
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Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Secondary school education service available
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Facilities
Auditorium
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
General audio-guide available
Meeting room available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Refreshments
Restaurant
Shop
Study facilities
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Information published here was believed to be correct at the time it was prepared. Welsh language pages developed with CYMAL: Museums Archives and Libraries Wales, funded by the Welsh Assembly Government.
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