This event has finished Took place on: Wednesday, 18th Feb 2015

Free

A presentation on the history of The Royal Vauxhall Tavern (RVT) - London's oldest surviving gay venue - as part of LGBT History Month.

The pub was built on part of the historic Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens when they closed over 150 years ago.

For the 'Happy Birthday RVT!' project (backed by the Heritage Lottery Fund and Lambeth Archives) artists have documented the RVT’s last 60 years as a site for innovative entertainment and an influence on wider British popular culture.

Film-maker Tim Brunsden and guests will introduce and discuss the project’s film of reminiscences by RVT performers and visitors.

Robin Whitmore will show and discuss his giant (4’6″ x 5’6″) hand-drawn map of the area, with historical references over three centuries filled in with help from local people.

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This event has finished Took place on: Wednesday, 18th Feb 2015

Free

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2015-02-18 2015-02-18 Europe/London Happy Birthday Royal Vauxhall Tavern! A presentation on the history of The Royal Vauxhall Tavern (RVT) - London's oldest surviving gay venue. https://www.ianvisits.co.uk/calendar/2015/02/18/happy-birthday-royal-vauxhall-tavern-55965 Tate South Lambeth Library,180 South Lambeth Road ,,London