At Electric Pioneers you can discover the story of electric travel in the capital, from the 125th anniversary of trams in London to 100 years since the first electric traffic light was installed on the city’s streets.

When: July 21 to September 2

Where: London Transport Museum

Ticket price: Included in admission

Photo credit: London Transport Museum

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Enjoy family activities exploring the electrical innovations that have powered London’s public transport for more than one hundred years.  

Step into history and the future

• From the world’s first electric underground railway in 1890 to the 125th anniversary of electric trams in London
• Explore how electric buses and cutting-edge technology are shaping the city today

Family-friendly activities all summer long

• Create your own traffic light, a hands-on craft session that sparks creativity
• Take an imaginary journey on the first electric railway and meet costumed characters who bring history to life
• Try your hand at coding a mini railway and discover how technology powers modern transport

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