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Some Things to Do This Weekend

The Substance + Q&A with Demi Moore

26th Jan
7pm
Institut français
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Demi Moore as Elisabeth Sparkle, a former A-lister past her prime and suddenly fired from her fitness TV show by repellent studio head. Followed by a Q&A with actor Demi Moore.

Women Shaping the World

Various dates
Various times
Institut français
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The Institut français addresses the issues and perspectives on women’s rights through a series of events, film screenings and discussions with and about women shaping the world.

Remembering Auschwitz-Birkenau

24th Jan- 2nd Feb
Various times
Institut français
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The 27 January 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. On this occasion, Institut français reflect on the terrible reality of the concentration camps with a film season,

Grantham Climate Art Prize

Until 31st Jan
Imperial College London
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Imperial are inviting young people aged 11–25 to enter the 2025 Grantham Climate Art Prize by designing a mural to draw attention to the climate crisis. The deadline for submissions is 31st January.

Design Camp: Stop Motion Animation for 11 to 14 year olds

20th Feb
10:15am- 4:15pm
Design Museum
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In this introductory workshop, young people will explore Tim Burton's creative process and enchanting characters before creating their own, and a weird and wonderful world for them to live.

Under 30s ticket offers

Royal Albert Hall
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The Royal Albert Hall are launching a brand new ticket scheme for audience members aged 30 and under. If you're aged 30 or under, you can access £20 tickets for some of their amazing concerts!

Family Fun: Hieroglyphs with Hugo Cook

25th Jan
2:30pm - 4pm
Leighton House and Sambourne House Museum
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Come along to hear Egyptologist and author Hugo D. Cook unwrap the marvel of hieroglyphs and show you just how brilliant these little artworks are, even if you can’t read them!

Making Edomae-zushi (Tokyo-style sushi)

22nd Jan & 8th Feb
5pm-7pm & 4pm-6pm
Japan House London
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Discover the gastronomic culture of Japan’s capital in this hands-on workshop where participants can learn to make sushi inspired by the traditions of Edomae-zushi.

Women in Science Tour: Fashion

Various dates
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Natural History Museum
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Join the Museum to explore the relationship between fashion and the natural world and discover the female scientists and activists whose work has shaped our understanding.

Screen Printed Ceramics

25th Jan
10:30am-4:30pm
V&A South Kensington
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Learn how to create your own unique vase or mug decorated with a silkscreen print in this one-day ceramics class in London

Textile Design with Zoe Murphy

25th Jan
18th Jan
V&A South Kensington
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Create a mini portfolio of fabric prints inspired by the V&A archives with Furniture and Textile designer Zoe Murphy

Versailles, In Every Sense

24th Jan -1st April
Various times
Institut français
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Travel through time and embark on a sensory journey with the Versailles, In Every Sense season at the French Institute, echoing the Versailles: Science and Splendour exhibition at the Science Museum.

Science Afternoon Tea

Available Wed-Sun
12pm and 3pm
Science Museum
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Enjoy a luxury afternoon tea with a science-inspired twist.

Afternoon Tea and Tour

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Natural History Museum
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Take a tour of the beautiful gardens and the highlights of the Museums collections before enjoying a nature-themed afternoon tea in the magnificent member’s room.

MA Architecture Work-in-progress Show 2025

22nd-25th Jan
12pm-6pm
Royal College of Art
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Meet the architects and designers of the future as their newest work comes together, and take a peek behind the doors of the world's #1 university for art and design.

Italian Fashion History

14th Jan-18th Feb 2024
2pm - 4pm
V&A South Kensington
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From the Renaissance to the present, this online fashion history course will trace the story of Italian fashion.

Ocean Odyssey 3D (U)

Various dates
Various times
Science Museum
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Embark on an extraordinary journey through Earth’s vast ocean highways with a baby humpback whale to uncover the secrets of ocean currents.

Workshop: Sashiko Repair with TOAST

25th Jan, 8th Feb, 1st March
Various times
Design Museum
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Learn how to repair garments using sashiko, a traditional technique to reinforce clothes with embroidered patches, in this half-day workshop run by TOAST Repair specialists.

Workshop: Knitwear Darning with TOAST

25th Jan, 8th Feb, 1st March
Various times
Design Museum
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Learn the basics of traditional knitwear darning in this half-day workshop run by TOAST Repair specialists.

Image credit: My English Heart, Vicky Lindo, 2019

British Studio Pottery and the V&A

Until 28 September 2025
10am-6pm
V&A South Kensington
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This display explores the V&A's collecting and exhibiting of studio pottery from the movement's beginnings to the present day.

Secrets of the Natural History Museum Tour

Various dates
10.30am - 4pm
Natural History Museum
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Adorned with imposing gargoyles, intricate carvings and high, decorative ceilings, the Natural History Museum does more than just hold our collections, it's a piece of art too! Join this special tour diving into the fascinating history of the building and the secrets it holds.

Image credit: © Aaron Parsons for the Design Museum

Future Observatory: Tomorrow’s Wardrobe

14th Sep 2024 - Aug 2025
10am - 5pm
Design Museum
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Discover the urgent research and innovation taking place to design a future for fashion that is both stylish and sustainable.

Image credit: Andy Stagg 2023

Café & Restaurant: Friends Of Ours at Serpentine North

Tuesday - Sunday
8.30am - 4.30pm
Serpentine
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Enjoy brunch, lunch, coffee & drinks at our café and restaurant at Serpentine North. Friends Of Ours offer creative seasonal menus, locally sourced produce and friendly, relaxed service.

The Art of Landscapes with London Fine Art Studios

Various dates
10am - 1pm
Leighton House and Sambourne House Museum
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From explorations of drawing, to composition and colour harmony, join London Fine Art Studios in a series of practical classes to learn the art of landscape.