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With being in the heart of the Bloomsbury area, the London Center is often spoilt with exciting events. This week is no different, The Bloomsbury festival is lighting up the streets around the center with a range of events.

The festival started a couple of days ago but do not fear there is still so much to see with it running till 20^th October. This festival, a charity event, exhibits over 200 events with 50,000 people being drawn to the inspiring happenings.

There is something for everyone at the festival with events ranging from pioneering art, music, literature to talks and hands on learning. The most amazing part of the festival is that all events are free! With there being so many events, the team have picked out a few that stand out from the long programme.

100 Images of Migration  

This fascinating exhibition represents 100 years of migration to Britain through 100 photos taken by both professional and amateur photographers. It runs throughout the festival and is open from 10am – 6pm. For more information visit the website here.

Ministry of Communication

Senate House has opened its doors and become the ‘Ministry of Communication’ for the duration of the festival. The Ministry delves into the ever changing understanding of communication looking at historical artefacts from the house’s archives. The ‘Ministry of Communication’ will be open throughout the festival and will have specific events running alongside it. For more information visit the website here.

The Artist and Public Sensibility: 1740 – 2013

This discussion delves into the interesting field of public art and how it has the potential for social change. Some very interesting speakers will be debating the topic, including artist Mark Wallinger, David Heathcote (cultural historian and broadcaster), Matilda Pye (V&A) and Dr Jacqueline Riding (historical consultant and author).  For more information visit the website here.

The Festival will run to 20th October with most events ticketed on a first come first served bases. Bloomsburry Festival recommends to arrive early to events to avoid disappointment. To find more events being held at the Bloomsbury Festival visit their website here, where you can view the extensive programme.