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The London Salons
MoL Conversational Gatherings, England, UK – Autumn/Winter 2017
30 + 28 Oct 2017
The London Salons
The London Salons
LONDON ? ITS CULTURE, ARCHITECTURE, GEOGRAPHY AND FUTURE

UNDER DISCUSSION AND UP FOR DEBATE
An after-hours invitation to explore London with leading writers, performers, thinkers, creators, agitators and scribblers.
This autumn, the Museum of London is inviting visitors to discuss all kinds of issues and aspects of London life over a drink with some of the leading thinkers in the city today. The London Salons are informal, relaxed opportunities to sink your teeth into subjects of concern and relevance to Londoners today. Olympicopolis London:

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The museum?s London Salons take their inspiration from the conversational gatherings which began in 16th century Italy and were pursued with enthusiasm in 17th and 18th century France. These settings for the exchange of ideas were the forerunners of the English coffeehouses which were used for discussion of politics, current affairs (and often tittle tattle) during the 17th and 18th century.
Each event will look at a particular part of London life, with the guidance of a relevant expert host. Forthcoming subjects include life at the edges of London, the role of culture in the city and possible scenarios of London life in 2078.
The London Salons are part of City Now City Future, a y...