Imperial War Museums - New Events Now On Sale

 

New events are now on sale, plus IWM History Festival returns Find Out More

IWM History Festival IWM Duxford Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 November Join the IWM History Festival community for a special weekend of hand-picked historians and authors. Share in a combined passion for real stories of war and conflict. Secure your tickets now. Explore our packed programme and book tickets to IWM History Festival   There's lots more coming up across our branches in 2024.  Visit our website or continue reading to discover a summer of talks, tours and special events.

IWM In Conversation With events Allen Packwood and Richard Dannatt Churchill's D-Day Churchill War Rooms 3 June Book Now Robert Hutton The True Story of the Man Who Fooled Hitler IWM London 11 June Book Now

IWM Lecture Days The Hawker Hurricane IWM Duxford 3 August  Book Now Arnhem 80 IWM Duxford 28 September Book Now

Also at IWM Duxford IWM Presents: Theirs Is The Glory 21 September Book Now Arnhem 80: Objects Behind the Battle 17-27 September Book Now

Coming up at IWM London My IWM:  AJ Pearce Tour, Talk and Q&A 19 June Book Now Illustration Workshop With Keith Burns Second World War Comics 27 July Book Now

From the IWM Institute Stay tuned to our eNews to hear when tickets go on sale. The Power of the Image Telling the Story of Conflict Through Photography IWM London 17 September Find Out More

Museum of Brands - 💐KIDS GO FREE for May Half Term 📣 NEW display - BRAND HISTORIES

NEW DISPLAY - Brand Histories We are proudly re-launching over 80 Brand Histories, revealing the decade-to-decade evolution of today’s most iconic brands including Cadbury UK’s Milk Tray, Marmite, HP Sauce, OXO and many more. By looking at case studies of specific brands over time, it is possible to examine how the packaging has changed in response to the needs and concerns of consumers, businesses and wider society.    Highlights include Lyle's Golden Syrup and its first logo redesign in over 150 years! Once a very popular display from the museum’s previous location in Coleville Mews, the Brand Histories are back on display for a limited period for the first time since 2015. Open now until 31 October 2024 Entry is included with general admission ticket Find out more and book tickets here.

"One of my favorite things I did all week in London. So glad I went!"  TripAdvisor Review, April 2024 "A fantastic museum which kept myself and my 8 year old son entertained. Really well put together and a wonderful trip down memory lane. We loved it." Google Review, April 2024 Enjoyed your visit? Let us know on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter or leave us a review on Tripadvisor or Google Reviews.

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KIDS GO FREE: May Half Term Spice up your spring cleaning this May Half Term.  From 25 May - 2 June, kids can explore our Sparkling Spring Family Brand Hunt.  Find the items to spring clean your home hidden in the Time Tunnel plus, become a spring cleaning superhero and make your own superhero wrist bands. Find out more and book tickets here.

VACANCY: Museum Director We are looking for a new Director to lead the Museum through a period of consolidation to stabilise its income and its offer, as well as embarking on the next ambitious phase of development as outlined in our 5-year strategy. Applications close Monday 13 May 10am. Read the full job description and apply here.

NEW Cultural Reminiscence Activities Living Brands has launched four new cultural reminiscence activities designed for those with dementia and their carers within Jewish and Caribbean communities. Try our 'Flag Bingo' or 'Blooms Storytelling' for intergenerational bonding. More resources for South & Southeast Asian and North African communities coming soon.

BOOK NOW: Smoothie Lab Workshop   We have partnered with innocent drinks to design Smoothie Lab, a new workshop which explores product development and branding strategies. Students craft their own smoothie concept, and pitch it to the group, while learning about profit margins, USPs, and health benefit claims. Don’t miss out on this hands-on learning experience, get in touch now for more info

Intergenerational Story Sharing Would you recognise a vintage Vogue, but your kids grew up with the Spice Girls on magazine covers? Do they put on One Direction while you reach for The Smiths? We have something for all generations. With concession tickets available for over 60s, discount family group tickets and annual memberships for less than the cost of two visits, it’s the perfect place for a family day out.

 

Royal Collection Trust - Priority access to book Exclusive Evening Tours

 

Exclusive Evening Tours now on sale As one of our email subscribers, we're giving you priority booking for our popular Exclusive Evening Tours taking place this summer at Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh. In the company of an expert guide you will tour the magnificent rooms after the Palaces and Castle have closed their doors to visitors for the day. Any remaining tickets will go on sale to the general public on Wednesday, 1 May so don't miss out!

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Buckingham Palace September Enjoy Buckingham Palace without the crowds, with this guided tour of the magnificent State Rooms. BUCKINGHAM PALACE TICKETS Windsor Castle August Go behind-the-ropes in the State Apartments once the Castle has closed its doors to visitors for the day. WINDSOR CASTLE TICKETS