Events and exhibitions at our Islington Gallery 

London Posters: 7 November – 24 December 2025

“London’s cultural story told through posters - a window in time to see key moments in London life as they were viewed by the people who were there”

We're sharing our latest curated collection of rare and antique posters. In this collection, you can experience the visual history of London through original, antique, posters and maps, covering 150 years of the Capital’s cultural & political history. Star items include historic posters for landmark London events, theatre shows and art exhibitions, rare travel posters aimed at Londoners and tourists alike, plus a wide range of quirky and unusual decorative maps, including early versions of the Tube map. Free 

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Sunday 9th November 3-4pm: David Bownes - Curator Talk, London Posters

Join us for a fascinating insight into how posters tell London's story at this exclusive curator talk from poster and design expert David Bownes. Tickets £3

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Tuesday 2nd December 6.30-7.30pm: David Bownes - Curator Talk, London Posters

Join us for a fascinating insight into how posters tell London's story at this exclusive curator talk from poster and design expert David Bownes. Tickets £3 and include a complimentary glass of wine on arrival