Art and poster store tour
- Friday 10 May 2024, 11:00-12:30
- Friday 10 May 2024, 14:00-15:30
- Friday 24 May 2024, 11:00-12:30
- Friday 24 May 2024, 14:00-15:30
- Saturday 29 June 2024, 11:00-12:30
- Saturday 29 June 2024, 14:00-15:30
Tour information
Immerse yourself in the rich design heritage of London’s transport while exploring a selection of posters from our world-class collection, and rarely seen original artworks.
Explore the artwork store and poster store at London Transport Museum’s Depot in Acton, west London with our knowledgeable volunteer guides, and hear the story behind London Underground poster commissioning, from its roots in 1908 to later collaborations with a diverse group of renowned artists.
All of our tours are aimed at an adult audience, but older children with a keen interest in transport or design may also enjoy them. Art and Poster tours last approximately 1.5 hours.
Topics that might be covered in an Art and Poster tour (please note that this is a working depot. Objects and vehicles can be moved at short notice, so it’s not guaranteed that all these topics will be covered):
The development of branding for London’s transport
Frank Pick and poster commissioning
Poster design during the world wars
The ‘Golden Age’ of poster design in the 1920s and 1930s
Post-war posters
Modern day poster design
Please note that the art and poster stores are small spaces. Read our event FAQ for more information.
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Tickets
Tickets
Before 1 April
- Standard: £13
- Concessions (Student with valid ID, over 65, disabled visitors, LTM Friends): £10
- Disabled visitor’s carer/companion: Free
From 1 April onwards
- Standard: £14
- Concessions (Student with valid ID, over 65, disabled visitors, LTM Friends): £11
- Disabled visitor’s carer/companion: Free
Please ensure you have read the Terms & Conditions before booking your ticket.
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Art and poster store tour
Immerse yourself in the rich design heritage of London’s transport while exploring a selection of posters from our world-class collection, and rarely seen original artworks.
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Location
Acton Depot
2 Museum Way, 118-120 Gunnersbury Ln
Acton
London
W3 9BQ
United Kingdom