Handel the Philanthropist
THIS ARCHIVED EVENT ENDED ON THE 28TH JUNE 2009
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020 7841 3600
Dates:
7th January 2009 until 28th June 2009
OPENING TIMES
Tue to Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm | Closed Mon
PRICES
£5 (Adults), £4 (Concs)
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This significant exhibition entitled Handel the Philanthropist marks the 250th anniversary of his death on 14th April 1759. He was laid to rest, according to his wishes, in Poet's Corner in Westminster Abbey. The classical musician and composer was also one of the governors of The Foundling Museum in the 18th century when it served its original purpose, as a hospital. Fittingly, given that partnership, the focus of this exhibition is on Handel's charitable work as well as his music. The art exhibition is complemented by a programme of concerts and events to celebrate the landmark anniversary of the great composer's death.Image: George Frideric Handel by Thomas Hudson National Portrait Gallery, London
About The Foundling Museum
The Foundling Museum is one of London's real hidden treasures. Originally established in 1739 as a hospital which looked after abandoned children, the museum now tells their story. Using oral testimony, original artefacts and photographs, their history is explored and compared to the lives of contemporary children. More about The Foundling Museum
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British Library, 96 Euston Road, NW1 | 9 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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British Library, 96 Euston Road, NW1 | 9 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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Guanabara, Parker Street, Corner of Drury Lane, WC2B | 16 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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Brunswick Shopping Centre, Marchmont Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 2 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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Brunswick Shopping Centre, Marchmont Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 2 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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30 Colonnade, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 5 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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30 Colonnade, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 5 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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275 Pentonville Road, London, King's Cross, London N1 | 9 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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School of Life
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66 Marchmont Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 3 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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66 Marchmont Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 3 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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58 Marchmont Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 3 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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U28 The Brunswick, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 2 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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19-21, Brunswick Centre, Bloomsbury, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 2 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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15-17 Brunswick Centre, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 2 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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Mary Ward Centre Evening classes
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42 Queen Square, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 7 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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42 Queen Square, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 7 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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The Place
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17 Duke's Road, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1H | 8 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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17 Duke's Road, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1H | 8 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS)
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Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1H | 9 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1H | 9 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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Victoria House, Bloomsbury Place, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1B | 10 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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U of L Pool, Malet Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1E | 10 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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U of L Pool, Malet Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1E | 10 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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Holborn, London, Holborn, London WC2A | 14 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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1 Queen's Square, Bloomsbury, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 6 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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7 Roger Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 7 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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The Easton
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22 Easton Street, London, Clerkenwell, London WC1X0DS | 11 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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22 Easton Street, London, Clerkenwell, London WC1X0DS | 11 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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257-259 Pentonville Road, London, King's Cross, London N1 | 9 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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257-259 Pentonville Road, London, King's Cross, London N1 | 9 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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Scala
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275 Pentonville Road, King's Cross, London, King's Cross, London N1 | 9 minutes from Handel the Philanthropist
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The Foundling Museum
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40 Brunswick Square, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | At Handel the Philanthropist
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The Foundling Museum events
The Triumph Of Pleasure: Vauxhall Gardens 1729-1786The Triumph Of Pleasure: Vauxhall Gardens 1729-1786Paintings, engravings, objects and manuscripts from private and public collections, exploring the relationship between the gardens and the cultural landscape of 18th-century London, featuring works by Canaletto, Thomas Gainsborough, Francois Roubiliac and Thomas Rowlandson.30th May 2012Sunday 9th September 2012
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Brunswick Square
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Category: eventThe Triumph Of Pleasure: Vauxhall Gardens 1729-1786
TIMES Various Times PRICING £7.50, concs £5, under 16s/mems Free
Paintings, engravings, objects and manuscripts from private and public collections, exploring the relationship between the gardens and the cultural landscape of 18th-century London, featuring works by Canaletto, Thomas Gainsborough, Francois Roubiliac and Thomas Rowlandson.
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