Explore the dazzling history of the bridge’s illuminations from the first display in December 1864 to the brand new state-of-the-art system currently being installed. This exhibition explores the various reasons for lighting the bridge over the past 160 years – including coronations, jubilees and special events.
Watch black and white film footage of electricians ‘walking the chains’ or try our ‘Museum in a Box’ to listen to stories from our archives.
Free entry.
13th to 16th March 2026
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