| Date: |
2 October 2010
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| Time: |
12.00am
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| Location: |
309 Regent Street, London W1B 2UW |
| RSVP to: |
020 7911 5789 |
The University of Westminster was opened in 1838 as a place “where the Public may acquire practical knowledge of the various arts and branches of science” The Regent Street building housed a large exhibition hall, lecture theatre, and laboratories and public attractions included working machines and models, scientific lectures, rides in a diving bell – a major attraction- and from 1838, demonstrations of photography. In 1896 the building was the venue for the UK’s first ever public display of moving pictures. Join our guide for a tour of this historic building and discover the fascinating history of the Sports Hall, find the site of one of the first public swimming pools in London, and enjoy the elegant Fyvie Hall. We will also tell you about our plans for the future of Britain’s first cinema. Please note tours are limited to 20 places.
Tours will run at 1.30pm and 3.30pm. To register for a place please call: 020 7911 5789
