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06.10.2026 – 08.10.2026

Art History Festival at The Bank of England Museum

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Hosted at:

Bank of England Museum

Location:
Bartholomew Lane, London, EC2R 8AH

Join a free programme of events with the Bank of England Museum

This October, the Museum will be participating in a series of free talks as part of the Art History Festival 2026.

Explore the curious career of Sir Christopher Wren, or discover the hidden symbolism behind the interiors of the Bank of England building.

The talks are free to attend but require advance booking. For more information, follow the links below.

Time: From Tuesday 6 October to Thursday 8 October - 1–2pm

Tickets: The events are free but should be reserved in advance.

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