London History
29th November 1870 Elementary Compulsory Education Act
The Dawn of Education in England: Ecclesiastical Beginnings The earliest known schools in England were connected to the Church, dating back to 600
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Kew Gardens is a large area of parkland that has one of the largest diverse botanical gardens in the world. Which makes it a top tourist attraction. One of the largest herbariums and extensive library. Famous for its botanical research and education institution. Being a Historic park and gardens, with Grade I and II listed buildings, it is also a World Heritage site.
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Art Exhibition - Chihuly
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Art Exhibition - Chihuly
Art Exhibition – Chihuly 13/4/2019- 27/10/2019
Glass Sculptures and artworks that have not been exhibited before in the UK. Will be strategically placed around the grounds of Kew Gardens.
This will include a Chihuly Family trail booklet at weekends and school holidays. It will advertise events and an exclusive night time experience of the event.
Further Pictures: American artist Dale Chihuly Exhibition Kew Gardens/
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Exotica
13/4/2019 – 27/10/2019
Collection of paintings of diverse exotic tropical plants
Inside Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art
Price: Included with entry to Kew Gardens.
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Witching Hour Exposed: Penetrating the Mystery of 3 AM
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