London Museum

Today, we're a step closer to opening our new home in Smithfield, with a £50m pledge from @cityoflondon and @MayorofLondon.

The contribution of an additional £25m each will support our goal to create a world class, sustainable new museum in the historic Smithfield markets.

Well done to everyone who guessed correctly! It is indeed a spinning top.

This particular toy was purchased for one penny (1d) from a London street trader.

Who's up for a Monday mystery? 🤔

This striped wooden object was made some time between 1895 and 1914, and measures just 7cm high.

Let us know your guesses - we'll be back with the answer tomorrow!

Feeling Autumnal 🍂

View of Blackheath Hill featuring a dramatic sky rendered in the tradition of the Dutch artist Vincent Van Gogh.

🎨 John Bratby, 1953

#PaintingLondon

7 September, 1940.

The view along the River Thames in London, towards smoke rising from the London docks after an air raid.

#OnThisDay
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