The London Canal Museum is housed in a former ice warehouse, which was built in 1862-3 for Carlo Gatti, a well-known ice cream maker. Today the building showcases the life and times of the canal people, as well as the horses that pulled the boats, and the cargoes they carried. The museum also tells the story of London's ice trade. The centerpiece of the museum is a huge commercial Victorian ice well used to store ice imported from Norway. At the museum, visitors can also explore the inside of a narrow boat cabin, and browse the collection which include includes canal themed art and cargo equipment.
Halloween on the Canal
London Canal Museum, New Wharf Road, King's Cross, N1
29th and 31st October 2006
It’s worth checking out Halloween at the ... More
Halloween on the Canal
30 - 31 October 2005
It’s worth checking out Halloween at the London Canal Museum this autumn. In conjunction with Camden Canals,... More
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London's specialist venue for contemporary dance, The Place plays a role in every aspect of this fast-growing art form. The London Contemporary Dance School offers ...More
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The London Canal Museum is housed in a former ice warehouse, which was built in 1862-3 for Carlo Gatti, a well-known ice cream maker. Today the building showcases the life and times of the canal people, as well as the horses that pulled the boats, and the cargoes they carried. The museum also tells the story of London's ice trade. The centerpiece of the museum is a huge commercial Victorian ice well used to store ice imported from Norway. At the museum, visitors can also explore the inside of a narrow boat cabin, and browse the collection which include includes canal themed art and cargo equipment.
