An introduction to the London, Sugar & Slavery gallery
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Confront this history head-on and find out its significance to London.
Join a host for a short introduction to the London, Sugar & Slavery gallery and all its complexities.
The London, Sugar & Slavery gallery has been a permanent feature at London Museum Docklands for over 16 years. When it first opened, it was one of only two permanent galleries on the subject. Join us to confront this history head on and discover why it's significant our museum building as well as wider London.
This talk will give you foundational insights and additional context to help you explore the gallery on your own. You'll also learn how we're planning to evolve the gallery in the future.
London Museum Docklands is open every day 10am – 5pm.
If you have time, why not also visit our free galleries and get more in-depth with Docklands history?
Our address is London Museum Docklands, No.1 Warehouse, West India Quay, London E14 4AL. We're just a few minutes away from Canary Wharf and West India Quay.
Check our need to know page to get the answers to all the frequently asked questions about visiting.
Our cafe is the perfect place to sit down and relax for a bite or tea break. We have sandwiches, pastries, snacks and a wide selection of hot and cold drinks.
You’ll also find our shop with a curated range of gifts and souvenirs, including posters, prints, toys, books and jewellery.
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London, Sugar & Slavery: 1600 – present
Shining a light on London’s overlooked role in slavery
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