The Greater London Industrial Archaeology Society (GLIAS) are pleased to be arranging an evening of historical films from the John Huntley Archive featuring London’s industrial heritage.

Many of those old enough will remember John Huntley’s film nights in the 1980s, often based around industrial subjects and selling out in large venues such as the Fairfield Halls, Croydon. GLIAS are resurrecting the tradition with the help of John’s daughter, Amanda, who runs the John Huntley Film Archive. The exciting programme will include films from the early 20th Century through to the 1960s on subjects such as railways, canals and other transport, industry, utilities and much more, all shot in London. Many of the films are unavailable elsewhere.

The event will include the option of a complimentary guided tour of the museum before the performance. The museum is situated in the Master’s House of the former Lambeth Workhouse where Charlie Chaplin spent time and “houses a unique collection of artefacts, memorabilia and equipment that preserves the history and grandeur of cinema from the 1890s to the present day”. Many of the workhouse buildings have been adapted to new uses in the surrounding area.

Tour of the museum 16.00. Films from 19.00 to 21.00.

Refreshments will be available in our licensed cafe/bar.

TICKETS & PRICING

Tickets (including tour of the Museum) £10 in advance or on the door.

Advance tickets may be purchased from Ticketlab, or direct from the Museum by calling 020 7840 2200 in office hours.