This evening revisits the impact of art during the UK Miners’ Strike, highlighting a rich history of working class creativity and homage to the community.
Celebrate the iconic ‘Jane’ comic strip with an evening including a display of original art, rare items, and the first public airing of a Jane radio show excerpt in 80 years.
Robin Hayward demonstrates the equipment used to climb tall trees and explains the unique ecosystems found in forest canopies, highlighting adaptive wildlife and plants.
Kristina Chan shares the process behind her exhibition, revealing how she used clouded Perspex to photograph precision instruments, blurring their edges.
Christopher Woodward discusses the evolution of swimming pools in private gardens, from 17th-century features to key elements of 1920s-1930s design, influenced by Hollywood and new technologies.
This event presents expert discussions on British depictions of Spain spanning two centuries, covering artistic travels, women travelers, and evolving modern views.
Learn about George Shaw’s journey from wool mills to an architectural practice, spurred by his love for history and supported by his circle of friends.
See how NLA’s models have changed over time, reflecting advances in design and colour, and how they now play a crucial role in city planning and urban development.
A live podcast recording with physicists, an oceanographer, and media experts discussing the history and impact of the Christmas Lectures, along with their favorite demos and backstage stories.
Grayson Perry talks about his new work and its links with historical art. The engaging session includes a book signing and after-hours exhibition access.
Celebrate the release of a book featuring 18 leading garden designers’ personal gardens with stunning photos and insights into their unique, timeless styles.
Kids learn to make their own comic strips inspired by ‘Betty and the Yeti’, guided by its creator. Includes a draw-along and tips on character creation.
Join a discussion on the trial of a former SS guard, judged guilty for his role in thousands of WWII deaths, exploring its deep historical and personal impacts.
This week, Thomas guides you through an exceptional range of clocks at the museum, from mantelpieces to grandfather clocks, with a chance to see their mechanisms and hear them chime.
Palestinian artists and activists share the challenges faced by Gaza’s arts sector, detailing the loss of infrastructure and discussing the future of their cultural work.
Learn about Sir John Soane’s role in the early development of water-circulation systems in late 18th-century architecture, emphasizing his work on bathing infrastructure in British buildings.
Hear from architects on their cutting-edge social housing projects in the Balearic Islands, focusing on climate control, material innovation and design processes.
A panel, chaired by BBC’s Claudia Hammond, discusses how our immune system’s responses can affect brain and nervous functions, revealing insights into diseases like Alzheimer’s.
An animated film uses puppets and collage to create a ‘Soviet museum’ that pairs with Shostakovich’s Symphony No.10, expressing themes of freedom from oppression.
William Seung discusses how constant watching changes our behavior, using insights from Georges Perec’s 1974 study and Kyle McDonald’s 2015 multimedia work.
A panel including artists and curators discusses Oliver Messel’s pioneering stage design techniques and his lasting impact on ballet, opera, and theatre.
A three-channel video installation provides a modern visual take on Shostakovich’s Symphony No.7, emphasizing themes of human resilience amid struggle.
See how nature moved from just being background in art to a standout subject and how painters like Salvator Rosa told stories and expressed themselves through landscapes.
Celebrate May the Fourth with award-winning chemist Alex Baker as he explains the chemistry behind freezing Han Solo, lightsaber colors, and starship power.
Learn about the unique book adaptations used in secret by Elizabethan Catholics during religious reform, showcasing bespoke illustrations and bindings.
This lecture offers an introduction to 18th-century British portrait painting, tracing its rise alongside Britain’s growing wealth and emergence of new artists.
Learn about historical beers that marked major events, guided by an expert. Taste beers from the Industrial Revolution and more, each with a unique story.
