Exhibition Tour - Myth and Reality: Military Art in the Age of Queen Victoria. 📅 8 August 2025, 2.00PM - 3.00PM.🎟️ £15.00.Join us for a guided tour and uncover the stories behind the artworks and themes in our latest exhibition. Find out more

We’re excited to bring you a range of family friendly activities this summer holidays! Follow the link to find out more about the sessions we have available:

📅 17 July 1945. Today in 1945, Allied leaders met at the Potsdam Conference to shape the post-war world, debating Germany’s future, Europe’s occupation, and Japan’s surrender, as the first atomic bomb test loomed in the background. More info:

Victorian Soldier Spotlight .📅 Saturday 19 July, 10am - 5pm. Join us for a full day of talks, activities, and living history as we celebrate the opening of our new exhibition. 🔗 Full schedule: 🎥 Latest video on the exhibition:

Our latest exhibition, Myth & Reality: Military Art in the Age of Queen Victoria, is prominently featured in the newest edition of Sloane Square Magazine. Read their in depth analysis here: The exhibition runs until November 2026 and admission is free!

📅 July 10, 1943. Today marks the anniversary of Operation Husky, the massive Allied invasion of Sicily during World War II. This operation marked the beginning of the Italian Campaign, opening up a new front in Europe. Learn more on our website:

In Their Own Words: Private Matthew Tuck. He fought in both the Zulu War and the Transvaal War. Written with the earthy humour typical of a British ‘Tommy’, his diary provides aninsight into life on campaign in the Victorian era. Read the full story here

We’ve celebrated the opening of our new Myth and Reality exhibition by reenacting iconic Victorian paintings and bringing live painting to the streets of London. Visit us this weekend and discover over 100 rarely seen artworks . Find out more -

We’re thrilled to announce that our latest exhibition is now open! Lady Butler herself dropped by to see some of her most iconic works on display! 🎨 Myth and Reality: Military Art in the Age of Queen Victoria.📅 1 July 2025 – 1 November 2026.🎟️ Free

Our 1945 series continues. In July 1945, Allied leaders assembled at Potsdam to finalise their plans for postwar Europe. 📸 Churchill and Eden visiting the ruins of the Reichstag. More info:

The Story of Soldier Magazine.📅 Closes 6 July 2025.🎟️ Free!. Last chance to visit ‘The Story of ‘Soldier’ Magazine’! The film on display explores the impact the magazine has had on military life for personnel and their families over the past 80 years:

We’re honoured to have been awarded Silver status in the @DRM_Support Recognition Scheme. This achievement highlights our ongoing commitment to supporting the Army and the wider armed forces community. We look forward to building on this support in the years ahead. #SilverERS25

Today is Armed Forces Day!!. On Armed Forces Day, we honour the commitment, courage and sacrifice of our Armed Forces community, from currently serving soldiers to veterans, cadets and the families who support them. 📸 ©️ Crown Copyright

Have your Say!. We are planning a potential new exhibition exploring the history and traditions of uniform worn by the British Army. We would love to hear your thoughts on our plans so far!. Please take 5 minutes to take part in our survey .👉

Today is Reserves Day!. Observed annually on the Wednesday before Armed Forces Day, Reserves Day is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the vital contribution of the UK’s Reservists, who currently make up around one sixth of the British Armed Forces.

Opening Next week!.Myth and Reality: Military Art in the Age of Queen Victoria.📅 1 Jul 2025 - 1 Nov 2026.🎟️ Free!. This major exhibition of rarely seen artworks illuminates shifting attitudes towards soldiers and the Army during Queen Victoria’s reign.

Here's a look at our second batch of headliners for this year's Chelsea History Festival. @simonjenkins4 .@AnnaWhitelock .Dermot Turing .@hannaediamond .@MarkUrban01 . All these events will be hosted at the Museum between 24-28 September. More info:

Exhibition Tour: Myth and Reality.📅 4 July, 2.00pm - 3.00pm.🎟️ £15.00. Enjoy a guided tour of our new major exhibition, ‘Myth and Reality: Military Art in the Age of Queen Victoria’, with the exhibitions lead curator. More info:

We are excited to announce the first batch of headliners for this year's Chelsea History Festival. @authordlewis .@sauldavid66 .@AshBhardwaj .Paula Akpan .@SocialHistoryOx . All of these headliners events will be hosted at the Museum. Book now:

Soldier with a Soldier .📅 Sat 28 June, 11.15am - 12.00pm.🎟️ £12.50 . Join a serving soldier for an exclusive guided tour of the Soldier gallery to celebrate Armed Forces Week. For more info: