The Old Operating Theatre Museum

Monday-Wednesday the Museum is open for school and group bookings! Book a session for your group on our website: https://buff.ly/4aVxTuM Learning objective: To develop, consolidate, and articulate an understanding of the practices and developments in surgery in the 19th century. Session outline: All groups are given a 45-minute talk in the Operating Theatre, including a surgical demonstration as it would have been done in the 1820s without anaesthetic or antiseptic. All groups then have time to ask questions and explore the Museum space and exhibits. Duration: 90 minutes Cost: £250 Maximum number in a group: 50 people

An exciting new workshop by the Old Operating Theatre Museum. We are thrilled to be running a children’s creative writing workshop, led by children’s author Elizabeth C. Waight. Using the evocative surroundings of the museum and its objects, we’ll explore the key elements of fiction writing – setting, character and plot. Aimed at 8-12 year olds, but with visual resources for younger children, the workshop will last approximately one hour. After the workshop there will be an opportunity to explore the museum with a dedicated staff member, and take part in pomander and pill making, as well as handling some of our weird and wonderful collection. For more information and booking please see: https://oldoperatingtheatre.com/scorpions-skeletons-and-stories-creative-writing-workshop/ #halfterm #halftermfun #halftermactivities #debruaryhalfterm #workshop #creativewriting #whatsonlondon #familyactivities #oldoperatingtheatre #oldoptheatre #londonmuseum

Mistress Willow Riddle is back! On February 20th you can come and meet our Herbal Woman Mistress Willow Riddle! Through a range of multi-sensory activities, you can discover more about herbalism in the 18th century. You can even make your very own pomander to take home! #OldOpTheatre #HerbGarret #OldStThomasHospital #AtLondonBridge #OldOperatingTheatre #MedHist #PharmHist #VictorianSurgery #HiddenGem #LondonCalling #VictorianMedicine #HerbalMedicine #MedicalCuriosities #OldOpExperience #OldOpTheatre #HerbGarret #living history #AtLondonBridge #MedicalMuseum #OldOpVolunteers

Mistress Willow Riddle is back! On February 20th you can come and meet our Herbal Woman Mistress Willow Riddle! Through a range of multi-sensory activities, you can discover more about herbalism in the 18th century. You can even make your very own pomander to take home! #OldOpTheatre #HerbGarret #OldStThomasHospital #AtLondonBridge #OldOperatingTheatre #MedHist #PharmHist #VictorianSurgery #HiddenGem #LondonCalling #VictorianMedicine #HerbalMedicine #MedicalCuriosities #OldOpExperience #OldOpTheatre #HerbGarret #living history #AtLondonBridge #MedicalMuseum #OldOpVolunteers

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One Yelp reviewer said "There's something special about this place" and we couldn't agree with them more! Find out what makes The Old Operating Theatre so special and book your tickets to visit us today: 👇 👇 👇 https://buff.ly/3Y0H8Ed

✨ LAST WEEK to experience the stunning 'Anatomy & Beyond' Temporary Exhibition! ✨ 🎨 Last Artist Spotlight: EVOLVE by Artist Mara G. Haseltine This captivating multi-disciplinary work celebrates groundbreaking scientific discoveries in the fight against Covid-19. Inspired by the intricate interactions between the coronavirus spike protein and the ACE2 receptor, EVOLVE is a striking ribbon-like sculpture based on precise atomic measurements. Its pearl centerpiece symbolizes the collective efforts of science to overcome infection and disease. 🌟 Do not miss your chance to see this awe-inspiring piece, along with a mesmerizing video installation in the rafters! 🗓️ Exhibition ends 16 December 2024 and it is free with museum admission 📍 Visit The Old Operating Theatre Museum & Herb Garret. Plan your visit at www.oldoperatingtheatre.com Join us to honor the brilliance of scientific innovation and art. Learn more about this unique work and other featured pieces before it is too late! To see this video in glorious 4K you can check it out here: https://youtu.be/aeYdbWj6hD4?feature=shared #AnatomyAndBeyond #ArtAndScience #EvolveSculpture #TemporaryExhibition

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Temporary Exhibition Highlight 🎭 Step into an extraordinary realm with The Last Chance to Celebrate the Creator by the Clockwork Collective, now showcased in our Anatomy & Beyond Temporary Exhibition! Known for their captivating and immersive performances, Clockwork Collective combines puppetry, animatronics, and live music to explore the fragile beauty of life itself. This mesmerizing piece—a theremin-playing robot—is crafted with haunting precision, drawing inspiration from Butoh dance and the delicate dance of human experience. It’s an evocative collaboration with medical artist Pascale Pollier and sculptor Bryan Green, uniting innovation with a poetic edge that challenges our perceptions of art, creation, and existence. Check out this short video from The Clockwork Collective's arts performance in the operating theatre on 4 October and hten join us and witness this work's unique fusion of performance and reflection, on display until 16 December at the museum! 👁️✨ The exhibition is free with museum admission. Buy tickets here 👉 https://buff.ly/38IXcBF or at front of house when you visit the museum 🏛️ #AnatomyAndBeyond #ClockworkCollective #ArtAndTech #Puppetry

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🌺 On #RemembranceDay, we pause to honour the sacrifices made by those who served. Here at The Old Operating Theatre Museum & Herb Garret, we reflect on the courage of medics, nurses, and field surgeons who saved countless lives, often working under the most challenging conditions. Within the historic walls of St Thomas' Hospital, we remember the resilience and dedication of those who tended to the wounded with limited resources but limitless compassion. Their legacy reminds us of the importance of care, humanity, and healing. Join us today in commemorating their legacy. 🕊️ #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #OldOperatingTheatre #OldOpTheatre

We are open Thursday to Sunday, 10:30am to 17:00pm (Last entry 16:15pm). Come join our newest volunteer, Matthew for some pomander making or simply to learn more about our history! #oldoperatingtheatre #oldop #oldoptheatre #londonmuseum #whatsonlondon #museumvolunteers #volunteer #volunteersmakeadifference #pomandermaking #medicalhistorymuseum #medicalhistory #todayinlondon #victorianhistory

Join us on the 23rd of November for a BSL tour of the Old Operating Theatre! The wonderful John Wilson will host a BSL tours of the museum! 👉 Book your tickets here: https://oldoperatingtheatre.com/bsl-tour/ . . . . . #OldOpTheatre #OldOpEvents #BSLTalk #BSL #BritishSignLanguage #BSLTour #BSLLondon #PharmHist #MedHist #SciHist #HiddenLondon #HiddenAttic #LondonMuseum #MuseumsLondon #MuseumWinter #AccessibleHeritage #HeritageLondon #UnusualLondon #LondonHistory

We are open Thursday to Sunday, 10:30am to 17:00pm (Last entry 16:15pm). Come join our newest volunteer, Matthew for some pomander making or simply to learn more about our history! #oldoperatingtheatre #oldop #oldoptheatre #londonmuseum #whatsonlondon #museumvolunteers #volunteer #volunteersmakeadifference #pomandermaking #medicalhistorymuseum #medicalhistory #todayinlondon #victorianhistory

Special Event: Q& A with the Artist Join us for a special guest appearence by Dr Anupa Sahdev on the 20th of September at 3:00 pm, to listen to the soundscape followed by a Q & A with the artist. Event free with museum admission. This event is part of our Exciting New Temporary Exhibition at The Old Operating Theatre Museum: ‘The All-Ears Art Project’! 🩺 About the Exhibition: Step into our historic Operating Theatre and immerse yourself in an evocative soundscape that captures the deeply human experiences of NHS clinicians. This powerful art piece combines generative poetry, inspired by the 19th-century poet John Keats, with the real-life sentiments of fictional health workers. It’s a journey through their emotions, pressures, and unwavering dedication to care. 🎧 How to Experience: The soundscape will play at certain times during our opening hours, right in the Operating Theatre. Can’t make it to the scheduled times? No worries! You can also listen on your mobile device via a QR code that you will find in the museum. We are sharing here the first story, so enjoy! 🙏 Join us in celebrating the unsung heroes of our healthcare system and explore the emotional landscapes they navigate daily. This is more than just an art exhibition; it’s a call to recognise and honour the human essence within the medical profession. 📅 When: The exhibition is on all September long! Don’t miss out on this thought-provoking experience. 📆 Q&A will be held on the 20th September at 15:00pm. 📍 Where: The Old Operating Theatre Museum & Herb Garret 👉 Learn More: Follow the artist, Dr. Anupa Sahdev, on Instagram: @anupa_art | @unmaskedvoices or reach out via email: [email protected]. Come listen, reflect, and be moved. See you there! 🎶✨ . . . #OldOpTheatre #HerbGarret #AllEarsArtProject #OldOperatingTheatre #NHS #SoundscapeArt #HealthcareHeroes #JohnKeats #AnupaSahdev #ArtExhibition #LondonEvents