What’s On
From family activities during the school holidays, to exhibitions, guided tours, community events and more! There's something for everyone to enjoy at the Museum. Scroll through our What's On to discover more.
Exploring Brentford’s past: Archaeology Finds Handling Day
Come along to The Museum of Water & Steam on Saturday 30 April to meet archaeologists from MOLA and learn about recent archaeological excavations in the Brentford. Over the last few years archaeologists from MOLA have been using a range... Read more »
Farewell Griffin Park- The Fans’ Story – FINAL WEEKEND
As Brentford FC enters its first Premier League season, the Club will remember its past and the role of its fans and the local community. ‘Farewell Griffin Park- The Fans' Story’ will be a special exhibition at the London Museum... Read more »
Farewell Griffin Park- The Fans’ Story – FINAL WEEKEND
As Brentford FC enters its first Premier League season, the Club will remember its past and the role of its fans and the local community. ‘Farewell Griffin Park- The Fans' Story’ will be a special exhibition at the London Museum... Read more »
Summer Steam Up
Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Summer Steam Up! Learn about the history of the Kew Bridge Waterworks and marvel at the amazing pumping engines that helped make London the city it is today. There's something... Read more »
Book Talk – The Mercenary River by Nick Higham
As part of our Summer Steam Up, we are delighted to be hosting a book talk from Nick Higham for his new book The Mercenary River, on Sunday 15 May at 2pm. Book talk tickets are £5 per person and... Read more »
Trains, Trains, Trains
All aboard! Next stop is half term fun at the London Museum of Water & Steam! Join us for wonderful train themed activities including storytelling, crafts, model railways. Musical Mark is back with his popular story and song sessions at... Read more »
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Garden Party
Join us on Friday 3 June to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with a garden party at the Museum! Bring a picnic and join in with scavenger hunts, natural crafts, and storytelling. Join Queen Victoria at 11am and Mary Anning... Read more »
Our Barn Carers Project Coffee Morning
Join the Our Barn Community team in the Pump & Grind Coffee Shop for information, advice and guidance from their experienced team with lived experience as carers. The coffee morning is particularly suitable for parent carers of young children with... Read more »
In Steam!
Discover the fascinating world of water and steam! Learn about the history of the Kew Bridge Waterworks and marvel at the amazing pumping engines that helped make London the city it is today. Plus, see some of our unique collection... Read more »
Summer holidays – Hidden beneath our feet
Did you know under the Museum there is a network of pipes which still supply water to London? Discover more about the hidden world underneath our feet! With crafts, hands-on activities, and trails there’s something for the whole family to... Read more »
Bubble Party in the Garden
We are delighted to have been shortlisted for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award in the Best Small Museum category! We will find out in October who the winner is, but we want to take the opportunity to... Read more »
Storytelling with Philippa Davies
Join author Philippa Davies for a reading of her new book 'The Frog and the Paddling Pool' When Rosie finds an unexpected visitor splashing about in her paddling pool, she soon realises he's in trouble. But what can Rosie do... Read more »