Imperial War Museum London
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About Imperial War Museum London

Discover the story of those who have lived, fought and died in conflict from the First World War to the present day. Learn about the conditions endured by First World War troops in The Trench Experience, explore the role of espionage in The Secret War, and find out about children who lived through evacuation and the Blitz in The Children’s War. Interactive displays and a changing programme of temporary exhibitions make this a fascinating and absorbing day out. The Museum also houses the acclaimed Holocaust Exhibition, and art galleries holding some of the twentieth century’s best known paintings.

Imperial War Museum London is one of five Imperial War Museum branches.

Imperial War Museum London Facilities

Accessibility Facilities Disabled toilets
Guide dog access
Step free access
Catering Facilities Cafe
General Facilities Audio commentary available
Conference facilities
Groups accepted
Patron toilets
Payment Facilities Debit cards accepted
Free entry

Imperial War Museum London Address

Address:
Lambeth Road
London
SE1 6HZ
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7416 5000
Email:
Website: http://www.iwm.org.uk

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Prices for Imperial War Museum London

Free (admission charges apply for special exhibitions)

Location Information for Imperial War Museum London

Address:
Lambeth Road
London
SE1 6HZ
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7416 5000
Email:
Website: http://www.iwm.org.uk
Public transport: Tube - Elephant and Castle (Bakerloo or Northern Line), Lambeth North (Bakerloo), Waterloo (Bakerloo, Jubilee or Northern Line). Train Station – Waterloo Bus - 1, 3, 12, 45, 53, 59, 63, 68, 100, 159, 168, 171, 172, 176,188, 344, C10.
By Road: Please follow the signs from the station.

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Events at Imperial War Museum London

  • The Ministry of Food

    Must See!
    Museum Exhibition

    12 Feb 2010 to 3 Jan 2011

    Find out how food rationing affected wartime Britain at the Imperial War Museum in London. Until 3 Jan

  • The Art Galleries

    Museum Exhibition

    Recurring event

    The two suites of galleries on the second floor are used for long-term exhibitions of First and Second World War works of art from the Museum's collection. The displays are changed at regular intervals.

  • Baghdad, 5 March 2007

    Museum Exhibition

    9 Sep 2010 to 31 Dec 2010

    Imperial War Museum London will display a car salvaged from the bombing of the historic Al-Mutanabbi street book market in Baghdad. The Museum has worked with Turner prize winning artist Jeremy Deller to present the destroyed vehicle, a major new acquisition which serves as evidence of the impact of modern war on civilians.

  • Breakthrough

    Museum Exhibition

    4 Mar 2008 to 31 Dec 2010

    Breakthrough is a major re-hang of the Imperial War Museums collection of British art. The display will incorporate outstanding artworks from the official art schemes of both world wars and significant non-official and contemporary works.

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