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.
Stirling Engines at the Museum
Did you know the original Stirling engine was invented by Robert Stirling in 1816 and used in the late 1800's to pump water? The Stirling Engine Society are at the London Museum of Water & Steam on Sunday 12 May!... Read more »
May Steam Up
We are in STEAM! May 25- May 26, 2024 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now Join us for a special weekend where our pumping engines will be in steam. See these amazing machines in motion and experience the sounds, smells, and vibrations... Read more »
Cyanotype Workshop
May 27- May 31 Drop in Cyanotype Workshop starting at 11am every weekday morning! As part of our Water Wonders event series for May Half-Term. Meet in the Splash zone to make some amazing artwork using the power of the sun... Read more »
June Steam Up
We are in STEAM! June 22-23, 2024 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now This year at the London Museum of Water & Steam we are bringing our engines back to life! Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share... Read more »
The Living Thames – Film Screening
Join us for a screening of the award-winning documentary The Living Thames. Introduced by Sir David Attenborough, and presented by environmentalist Chris Baines, The Living Thames gives a voice to the many people with a hand in making the Thames... Read more »
Art Exhibit: Thames by Daniel Silas
"With its ever-flowing ebbs and floods, The River Thames continuously reshapes its surroundings. Its dynamic moods, energy and flow employ a powerful pull on me and my art practice." Daniel Silas is a visual artist, activist, and educator based in... Read more »
Summer Scavenger Hunt!
Available July 20th- September 1st (or while supplies last) Head to the London Museum of Water & Steam for a puzzling summer scavenger hunt! Follow the clues to solve the mystery phrase and then claim your prize! Cost: £3.50 per... Read more »
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
Jeff from the RSPB will be at the museum talking about the work that the RSPB do, the variety of nature in our gardens and the peregrine falcons that nest on our stand pipe tower on Saturday July 27! The... Read more »
July Steam Up
We are in STEAM! July 27-28, 2024 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now This year at the London Museum of Water & Steam we are bringing our engines back to life! Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share... Read more »
Tramway & Light Railway Society
The Tramway & Light Railway Society are at the Museum with their tramway model on display Sunday July 28th! The Thames Valley Group was established in July 1994 at a meeting in the tea room at what was then... Read more »
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
Jeff from the RSPB will be at the museum talking about the work that the RSPB do, the variety of nature in our gardens and the peregrine falcons that nest on our stand pipe tower on Wednesday July 31! The... Read more »
Exhibition: Time is Running Out
Not sure how to keep children engaged this summer? With the season in full swing, families can take advantage of a unique opportunity to explore sustainability together at the Time is Running Out exhibition. This is the perfect time to... Read more »