Since the time of the Roman Empire, the Thames and its docks have played a major role in shipping and trade between the two world capitals. This important part of London's history has always been of particular interest to researchers. That is why in 2000 it was decided to open the Museum of London Docklands.
Abandoned 19th-century warehouses were chosen to house it, and in former times their three floors stored tarred barrels of rum, sugar, coffee, as well as fragrant exotic spices and cotton. After the reconstruction of the buildings in 2003, the museum finally opened its doors to everyone.
Despite its relative youth, its collection already features more than 2 million exhibits, which, along with its excellent technical equipment, attracts about 400 thousand visitors a year.
The museum hosts 12 themed exhibitions that shed light on London's path to becoming a global financial center and explore the importance of trade for the city and its residents.
