A rare peek inside a place that is usually closed to the public 🔍
The Museum Depot in Acton opens its doors for family tours that guide guests through buses, trains and treasures from London’s transport past.
Dates and tickets at the link in bio
Step behind the scenes at the Museum Depot in Acton ✨
Explore a working store that cares for more than 370,000 objects, from tiny tickets to mighty trains. Guided family tours bring London’s transport to life!
Perfect for ages 5 to 11. Find dates and tickets at the link in bio
Helen Clifford made history in 1984 when she qualified as London Transport’s first woman bus mechanic at just 18 years old! 🧰
This weekend she joined us at the museum in person for a special event where her blue plaque was officially unveiled. This is part of the @womeninbusandcoach blue plaque initiative, which recognises and commemorates pioneering women in the bus, coach and community transport sector. Show her some love in the comments! 👇
Our Senior Curator Georgia Morley will be speaking at the @artdecosocuk on Tuesday 26 May - don't miss it! 📅
Georgia will be giving a behind-the-scenes insight into our latest exhibition 'Art deco: the golden age of poster design' 🖼️ attendees can find out what it takes to produce a temporary exhibition; from selecting items to developing a narrative for visitors, to item conservation.
Head to the @artdecosocuk website to book your tickets!
Friday, 2pm the Museum fills with unexpected harmonies 🎶
Duo AccordiCello bring together cello and accordion in a rich, expressive sound that moves effortlessly between tradition and innovation. From lyrical classics to tango and contemporary colour, their music feels both intimate and adventurous.
Formed at the @royalacademyofmusic in London, @goncalopiresmusic and @flavio_rodrigues00 have been captivating audiences across the UK and Portugal, and we’re delighted to welcome them as part of our 'Music in the Museum' series
Just two weeks until our Caribbean connections half term Early Explorer morning! 🔎
During our relaxed morning opening, families can discover stories through sensory play and gallery exploration – all in a quieter, more comfortable setting. History, culture and creativity, designed for all ages.
Learn more about this special morning at the link in our bio 👆
Another moquette spotted in the wild! 🕵️ How many of these gym towels do you think we'd need to reseat a Victoria line carriage? 😅
#Moquette #Design #LondonTransport
Not all journeys are on the map! 🚇
Hidden London tours offer guided access to closed parts of the Underground, led by our knowledgeable guides, these tours reveal how the Tube has evolved over time
Find out more about Hidden London tours at the link in our bio 👆
Music in the Museum, this Friday at 2pm 🦻 with harpist @tannaz.beigi
Tannaz is the first Iranian harpist to study at @rcmlondon and performed with the Tehran Symphony Orchestra at just fifteen.
Now a @londonsymphonyorchestra Scholar and part of the BBC Symphony Orchestra Scheme, she is completing her Master’s degree at the Royal College of Music, with top prizes in both the Harp and Concerto Competitions to her name.
Don't miss it!
Our relaxed Early Explorer morning on Wednesday 27 May combines sensory-friendly Museum access with activities celebrating the Caribbean communities who keep London moving 🚌
Designed especially for families with SEND children, from quieter galleries to dedicated sensory spaces, everything is designed to help you feel welcome and supported. An engaging way to explore transport history together 🚍
