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Look for events run by the City of London Corporation in our events calendar. The City is a unique part of London with its historic character, vibrant arts scene, green spaces, architecture and visitor attractions. Whether you are looking for something to do at the weekend, after work, on holiday or with your family we have something to suit everyone.​​​

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Friday 08 March 2013 - Sunday 14 July 2013

  1. Event title:
    Michael Caine Exhibition
    Date:
    08 March 2013 - 14 July 2013
    Location:
    Museum of London: 150 London Wall EC2Y 5HN
    Time:
    00:00 - 23:59
    Cost:
    Free
    Event description:

    Sir Michael Caine is one of the world’s best-known Londoners. In the year of his 80th birthday, the Museum of London reflects on how his identity with the capital has shaped his life and career, and how his work has influenced ideas about this great City.

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    Art and exhibitions
    Cinema

Saturday 06 April 2013 - Sunday 30 June 2013

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    Exhibition: A gift for all time–Queen Victoria’s first visit to the Forest in 1882
    Date:
    06 April 2013 - 30 June 2013
    Location:
    Epping Forest: The View, Rangers Rd, E4 7QH
    Time:
    10:00 - 17:00
    Cost:
    FREE
    Event description:

    Exhibition: A gift for all time–Queen Victoria’s first visit to the Forest in 1882 email:epping.forest@cityoflondon.gov.uk www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/eppingforest City of London Corporation event

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    Art and exhibitions
    History
    Learning

Wednesday 24 April 2013 - Sunday 28 July 2013

  1. Event title:
    Geoffrey Farmer: The Surgeon and the Photographer
    Date:
    24 April 2013 - 28 July 2013
    Location:
    Barbican: The Curve, Barbican, Silk Street EC2Y 8DS
    Time:
    11:00 - 20:00
    Cost:
    FREE
    Event description:

    A UK premiere, The Surgeon and the Photographer consists of hundreds of puppet-like figures created through collage and assemblage, and is accompanied by a new film commission.

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    Art and exhibitions

Wednesday 01 May 2013 - Sunday 01 September 2013

  1. Event title:
    Keats House Family Trail
    Date:
    01 May 2013 - 01 September 2013
    Location:
    Keats House
    Time:
    13:00 - 17:00
    Cost:
    Free for children 17 and under (children must be accompanied by a paying adult at all times).
    Event description:

    Visit Keats House as a family this summer and collect your free family trail. Explore the house where Keats wrote many ofhis famous poems and test your skills by completing some fun activities about the museum and collection.

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    Children’s activities
    Family fun
    History
    Learning
    Poetry
    Things

Friday 17 May 2013 - Tuesday 19 November 2013

  1. Event title:
    Cartoons and Caricatures
    Date:
    17 May 2013 - 19 November 2013
    Location:
    Bank of England Museum: Bank of England Museum, Bartholomew Lane EC2R 8AH
    Time:
    10:00 - 17:00
    Cost:
    FREE
    Event description:

    See the Bank of England’s own collection of prints and drawings which includes the work of consummate artists such as James Gillray, John Tenniel and, more recently, Steve Bell. Mon-Fri 10am-5pm FREE

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    Art and exhibitions

Tuesday 28 May 2013 - Thursday 26 September 2013

  1. Event title:
    Shakespeare and London
    Date:
    28 May 2013 - 26 September 2013
    Location:
    London Metropolitan Archives
    Time:
    09:30 - 16:45
    Cost:
    Free during normal opening hours
    Event description:

    In 1613 William Shakespeare purchased a property in Blackfriars. On its 400th anniversary, London Metropolitan Archives presents an exhibition which explores the relationship between The Bard and the capital.

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    History

Friday 31 May 2013 - Saturday 20 July 2013

  1. Event title:
    Ultra Vanities – Bejewelled Make-Up Boxes from the Age of Glamour
    Date:
    31 May 2013 - 20 July 2013
    Location:
    Goldsmiths' Hall: Goldsmiths’ Hall, Foster Lane EC2V 6BN
    Time:
    10:00 - 17:00
    Cost:
    FREE
    Event description:

    This extraordinary exhibition showcases a unique, private collection of finely wrought, jewelled and enamelled boxes dating from the 1920s through to the 1970s. See pieces by leading jewellery houses such as Cartier, Boucheron,Van Cleef & Arpels, and Chaumet. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm FREE

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    Art and exhibitions

Friday 07 June 2013 - Saturday 22 June 2013

  1. Event title:
    Spitalfields Music Summer Festival
    Date:
    07 June 2013 - 22 June 2013
    Location:
    Various locations
    Time:
    00:00 - 23:59
    Cost:
    Admission varies by event
    Event description:

    East London’s most extraordinary and treasured spaces resound with classical music, contemporary sounds and family activities this summer. Associate Artists Early Opera Company and Scanner lead an eclectic programme showcasing a range of inspirational global and local talent.

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    Children’s activities
    Family fun
    Music and dance
    Special events

Tuesday 18 June 2013 - Friday 05 July 2013

  1. Event title:
    Postcard from London
    Date:
    18 June 2013 - 05 July 2013
    Location:
    Bridewell Theatre: Bridewell Theatre, Bride Lane EC4Y 8EQ
    Time:
    13:00 - 14:00
    Cost:
    £7; in advance £6
    Event description:

    The London Ballet Company present Postcard From London, a unique story following three adventurers as they set out off to London and embrace the sights and sounds they encounter in this diverse and exciting city. Tue-Fri at 1pm Admission: £7; in advance £6 www.sbf.org.uk

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    Theatre

Wednesday 19 June 2013

  1. Event title:
    Guided City walks
    Date:
    19 June 2013
    Location:
    City Information Centre
    Time:
    00:00 - 23:59
    Cost:
    £7; concs £6; under 12s FREE
    Event description:

    Leaving the City Information Centre everyday at 11am and 2pm are a great range of guided City walks

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    Talks
    Walks and tours
    Family fun
    History
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