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Guided Tour: Totally Thames

1–29 September 2017

Free for Members

A tall bridge pier and its high deck loom in misty blue twilight over the river; golden sparks of a falling rocket drift above distant shore lights while a boatman poles a barge below.

James McNeill Whistler, Nocturne: Blue and Gold - Old Battersea Bridge c.1872–5. Tate.

Explore the significance of the Thames in artworks from across the 500 years of British Art displayed at Tate Britain

Join a Tate Guide for an introduction to the ways British artists have been drawn to the Thames.

Each guide will explore the significance of the Thames in artworks from across the 500 years of British Art displayed at Tate Britain.

Each tour is free to join and will last approximately 20 to 30 minutes.

Tours are designed for individuals and small groups. More information about group visits and private tours can be found here

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