Related information
Students can find out about the history of the borough through nine themes in our permanent gallery:
- Caring
- Childhood
- Fashion
- Food and drink
- Healthcare
- Home
- Leisure
- Radicals
- War time
We also have a vibrant temporary exhibition programme examining local themes, national anniversaries, and community issues.
Our learning programme offers pupils enriching opportunities to explore the local history requirements of the current curriculum in cross-curricular workshops.
Through active engagement with archival documents, artworks, artefacts and costumes, they can creatively explore their heritage and connect to their local community.
Booking a school visit?
If you are interested booking an education session or booking a class visit to one of our exhibitions, then please email the museum or call us on 020 7527 2837.
Learning events and activities
Visit our Digital Resources page to download activities and view storytelling events.