Islington Museum
ADDRESS
245 St John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V 4NB
TELEPHONE
020 7527 2837
OPENING TIMES
Mon, Tue, Thu to Sat 10am-5pm | Closed Wed & Sun
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Situated underneath the Finsbury Library building, the Islington Museum documents the past in this area of North London. The museum holds a varied programme of temporary exhibitions and children's activities throughout the year.
Opening and closing times for Islington Museum
Monday:
10.00
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17.00
Tuesday:
10.00
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17.00
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
10.00
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17.00
Friday:
10.00
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17.00
Saturday:
10.00
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17.00
Sunday:
Closed
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The Zetter
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Petite Doubles: 71% off from £108
St John's Square 86-88 Clerkenwell Road, EC1M | 6 minutes from Islington Museum
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London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Petite Doubles: 71% off from £108
St John's Square 86-88 Clerkenwell Road, EC1M | 6 minutes from Islington Museum
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Thistle City Barbican Hotel
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 87% off from £62
Central Street, EC1V | 8 minutes from Islington Museum
Near to the City, and convenient for the The Barbican arts centre and Moorfields Eye Hospital, this hotel is modern, clean and functional. Equipped with its ...More
London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 87% off from £62
Central Street, EC1V | 8 minutes from Islington Museum
Near to the City, and convenient for the The Barbican arts centre and Moorfields Eye Hospital, this hotel is modern, clean and functional. Equipped with its ...More
Holiday Inn London Kings Cross - Bloomsbury
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double/Twin Rooms: 73% off from £97
1 Kings Cross Road, WC1X | 9 minutes from Islington Museum
Halfway between the City and the west End, the Bloomsbury area is an oasis of calm in the very heart of the capital. It's a lovely ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double/Twin Rooms: 73% off from £97
1 Kings Cross Road, WC1X | 9 minutes from Islington Museum
Halfway between the City and the west End, the Bloomsbury area is an oasis of calm in the very heart of the capital. It's a lovely ...More
Museum and Library of the Order of St John
London > Attractions > Museums
St. Johns Gate, 26 St. John's Lane, Clerkenwell, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 8 minutes from Islington Museum
This 16th century gatehouse was formerly the southern entrance to the Priory of the Medieval Order of St John and contains furniture, painting, silver, coins and ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
St. Johns Gate, 26 St. John's Lane, Clerkenwell, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 8 minutes from Islington Museum
This 16th century gatehouse was formerly the southern entrance to the Priory of the Medieval Order of St John and contains furniture, painting, silver, coins and ...More
Charles Dickens Museum
London > Attractions > Museums
48 Doughty Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 13 minutes from Islington Museum
Charles Dickens brought London to life with his imaginative depictions of city life and his fascination and passion for the foggy Victorian streets have inspired two ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
48 Doughty Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1N | 13 minutes from Islington Museum
Charles Dickens brought London to life with his imaginative depictions of city life and his fascination and passion for the foggy Victorian streets have inspired two ...More
Museum of London
London > Attractions > Museums
150 London Wall, City, London EC2Y | 16 minutes from Islington Museum
Experience the real flavour of London life from the prehistoric to present day when you visit the Museum of London, a modern ...More
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150 London Wall, City, London EC2Y | 16 minutes from Islington Museum
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Exmouth Market
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Exmouth Market, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 4 minutes from Islington Museum
A rich hunting ground for restaurants and bars, Exmouth Market twinkles under the fairy lights that zig-zag overhead across the scenic pedestrianised street. Hip hang outs ...More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Exmouth Market, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 4 minutes from Islington Museum
A rich hunting ground for restaurants and bars, Exmouth Market twinkles under the fairy lights that zig-zag overhead across the scenic pedestrianised street. Hip hang outs ...More
Sadler's Wells
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Rosebery Avenue, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Islington Museum
Modern contemporary dance and music performance space. Occupying a site with a long tradition of entertaining Londoners, Sadler's Wells exists to bring the best of national and ...More
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Rosebery Avenue, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Islington Museum
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Magnum Photos
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
63 Gee Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 8 minutes from Islington Museum
The London gallery for renowned photo agency, Magnum. Representing the best in photography, The Magnum Photos selection process for new members is legendary for its toughness. ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
63 Gee Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 8 minutes from Islington Museum
The London gallery for renowned photo agency, Magnum. Representing the best in photography, The Magnum Photos selection process for new members is legendary for its toughness. ...More
New Adventures: Matthew Bourne's Early Adventures
London > Events > Dance Dates: 21st May to 26th May 2012
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Islington Museum
Sadler's Wells present a Matthew Bourne triple bill, offering audiences a rare chance to revisit some of the classic productions that helped launch the acclaimed choreographer's ...More
London > Events > Dance Dates: 21st May to 26th May 2012
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Islington Museum
Sadler's Wells present a Matthew Bourne triple bill, offering audiences a rare chance to revisit some of the classic productions that helped launch the acclaimed choreographer's ...More
Dana Popa: After The New Man
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 24th May and 25th May 2012 at 10am-6pm & 26th May 2012 at 11am-4pm
Host Gallery, 1 Honduras Street, EC1Y | 10 minutes from Islington Museum
Photographs documenting the Romanian political landscape and the generation who grew up in the midst of the fall of the country's communist regime....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 24th May and 25th May 2012 at 10am-6pm & 26th May 2012 at 11am-4pm
Host Gallery, 1 Honduras Street, EC1Y | 10 minutes from Islington Museum
Photographs documenting the Romanian political landscape and the generation who grew up in the midst of the fall of the country's communist regime....More
Becky Beasley
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 24th May and 25th May 2012 at 11am-6pm & 26th May 2012 at 12noon-5pm
Laura Bartlett At 10 Northington Street, 10 Northington Street, WC1N | 12 minutes from Islington Museum
Mixed-media, sculptural installations by the East Sussex-based artist....More
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Laura Bartlett At 10 Northington Street, 10 Northington Street, WC1N | 12 minutes from Islington Museum
Mixed-media, sculptural installations by the East Sussex-based artist....More
Sadler's Wells
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
Rosebery Avenue, Islington, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Islington Museum
Modern contemporary dance and music performance space. Occupying a site with a long tradition of entertaining Londoners, Sadler's Wells exists to bring the best of national and ...More
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
Rosebery Avenue, Islington, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Islington Museum
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Sadler's Wells Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Rosebery Avenue, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Islington Museum
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Rosebery Avenue, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Islington Museum
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The Old Red Lion Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
418 St John Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 8 minutes from Islington Museum
One of London's most famous fringe pub theatres, the Old Red Lion Theatre in Islington was founded in 1979 by Charlie Hanson and is a welcome ...More
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418 St John Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 8 minutes from Islington Museum
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ec one Exmouth Market
London > Shopping > Jewellery
41 Exmouth Market, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 4 minutes from Islington Museum
Established in Clerkenwell in 1997, EC One jewellery has built up a glittering reputation for its individual, stylish jewellery. Husband and wife team Jos and Alison ...More
London > Shopping > Jewellery
41 Exmouth Market, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 4 minutes from Islington Museum
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Lesley Craze Gallery
London > Shopping > Jewellery
34 Clerkenwell Green, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 6 minutes from Islington Museum
Lesley Craze houses contemporary pieces of jewellery design in an interesting gallery shop. A range of materials is used, including both precious and semi-precious metals, and ...More
London > Shopping > Jewellery
34 Clerkenwell Green, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 6 minutes from Islington Museum
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Bobbin Bicycles
London > Shopping > Bicycle Shops
397 St John Street, Angel, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 6 minutes from Islington Museum
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London > Shopping > Bicycle Shops
397 St John Street, Angel, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 6 minutes from Islington Museum
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The Peasant
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
240 St John Street, Clerkenwell, , London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 1 minute from Islington Museum
The Peasant is really two different eateries under one roof. Downstairs is a crowded and cheerful gastropub, with a menu of substantial tapas and platters. Upstairs ...More
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240 St John Street, Clerkenwell, , London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 1 minute from Islington Museum
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The Well
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180 St John Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 3 minutes from Islington Museum
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180 St John Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 3 minutes from Islington Museum
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A La Cruz
London > Restaurants > South American restaurants
Northampton Road, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 3 minutes from Islington Museum
Sister restaurant to Buen Ayre in Broadway Market, A La Cruz brings the tast of Argentinia to Exmouth Market....More
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Northampton Road, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 3 minutes from Islington Museum
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London Wine Academy
London > Education > Evening Classes
Garden Floor, 6 Coldbath Square, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 8 minutes from Islington Museum
One day workshops, offering a friendly no-nonsense approach to teaching about wine, suitable for everyone from beginners to experts. Courses take place at the following venues: Atlas PH, ...More
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Garden Floor, 6 Coldbath Square, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 8 minutes from Islington Museum
One day workshops, offering a friendly no-nonsense approach to teaching about wine, suitable for everyone from beginners to experts. Courses take place at the following venues: Atlas PH, ...More
City Journalism
London > Education > Professional Training
106 Bunhill Row, London, City, London EC1Y | 13 minutes from Islington Museum
City’s Print Journalism course is recognised as the best in London. Although places like Goldsmith’s are trendier, City is respected in the industry thanks to a ...More
London > Education > Professional Training
106 Bunhill Row, London, City, London EC1Y | 13 minutes from Islington Museum
City’s Print Journalism course is recognised as the best in London. Although places like Goldsmith’s are trendier, City is respected in the industry thanks to a ...More
Career Energy
London > Education > Careers Services
4-6 Staple Inn, London, Holborn, London WC1V | 15 minutes from Islington Museum
Situated in the heart of London, Career Energy – formed in March 2002 - offers comprehensive advice on careers, career change and job searching. They’ll analyse ...More
London > Education > Careers Services
4-6 Staple Inn, London, Holborn, London WC1V | 15 minutes from Islington Museum
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My Chocolate Workshops
London > Leisure > Activities
Hatton Square Business Centre, 16-16a Baldwin Gardens, London, Holborn, London EC1N | 11 minutes from Islington Museum
Immerse yourself in a world of chocolate with this mouth-watering workshop. You will discover how chocolate is processed from bean to bar. Sample a variety of ...More
London > Leisure > Activities
Hatton Square Business Centre, 16-16a Baldwin Gardens, London, Holborn, London EC1N | 11 minutes from Islington Museum
Immerse yourself in a world of chocolate with this mouth-watering workshop. You will discover how chocolate is processed from bean to bar. Sample a variety of ...More
Postman's Park
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
King Edward Street, London, City, London EC4M | 16 minutes from Islington Museum
Bounded in by surrounding office buildings, Postman's Park's appeal lies in what it symbolises as much as how it looks. Located just north of St Paul's ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
King Edward Street, London, City, London EC4M | 16 minutes from Islington Museum
Bounded in by surrounding office buildings, Postman's Park's appeal lies in what it symbolises as much as how it looks. Located just north of St Paul's ...More
The Peasant
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
240 St John Street, Clerkenwell, , London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 1 minute from Islington Museum
The Peasant is really two different eateries under one roof. Downstairs is a crowded and cheerful gastropub, with a menu of substantial tapas and platters. Upstairs ...More
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240 St John Street, Clerkenwell, , London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 1 minute from Islington Museum
The Peasant is really two different eateries under one roof. Downstairs is a crowded and cheerful gastropub, with a menu of substantial tapas and platters. Upstairs ...More
The Well
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
180 St John Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 3 minutes from Islington Museum
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London > Restaurants > Gastropub
180 St John Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 3 minutes from Islington Museum
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The Ambassador
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
55 Exmouth Market, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 4 minutes from Islington Museum
The Ambassador is one of the more special among of the gastro pubs in Exmouth Market thanks to its short but eclectic menu. It also owes ...More
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55 Exmouth Market, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 4 minutes from Islington Museum
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Ghost Farringdon
London > Nightlife >
113-117 Farringdon Road, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 7 minutes from Islington Museum
Most people's gripe about South Ken's graffiti chic venue Ghost INC is that it would be better suited to the edgier East End than the haughty ...More
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113-117 Farringdon Road, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 7 minutes from Islington Museum
Most people's gripe about South Ken's graffiti chic venue Ghost INC is that it would be better suited to the edgier East End than the haughty ...More
Fabric
London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
77a Charterhouse Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 11 minutes from Islington Museum
Built on the site of a Victorian meat cellar, Fabric continues to boast the most sensational line-ups in the capital. Its global reputation is founded on ...More
London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
77a Charterhouse Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 11 minutes from Islington Museum
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Sadler's Wells
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Rosebery Avenue, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Islington Museum
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Rosebery Avenue, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Islington Museum
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The Rookery
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Peter's Lane, Cowcross Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 10 minutes from Islington Museum
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Peter's Lane, Cowcross Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 10 minutes from Islington Museum
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London Symphony Orchestra St Luke's
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161 Old Street, London, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 11 minutes from Islington Museum
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