London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic medals. © LOCOG
So you have a day in London with no Olympic event tickets. How about taking a look at the art of the Olympic games rather than the sport? These great exhibits are on display now for a limited time only.
The Olympic Journey: The Story of the Games The story of the Olympics, from Ancient Greece to the London 2012 games. Includes medals and torches from the past. How much?: Free When?: July 28- August 12 Where?: Royal Opera House Tube: Convent Garden The Olympic Medals This exhibit features the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games medals. It will also show the steps of creating the medals from the mining to the designing. In addition, see medals from the 1908 and 1948 London Olympic games. How much?: Free When?: Now – September 9 Where?: The British Museum Tube: Russell Square The Olympic Posters Every Olympic host city has commissioned an official poster for the games since 1912. This is the Official London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic poster display. The London 2012 Games has commissioned 12 artists who have provided their own interpretation of the games. Artists include Chris Ofili and Martin Creed. How much?: Free When?: Now – September 21 Where?: Tate Britain Tube: Pimlico The Olympic People: BT Road to 2012 Who is responsible for making London 2012 happen? At this exhibit you’ll see the portraits of the people staging the 2012 Summer Games. How much?: Free When?: Now – September 23 Where?: National Portrait Gallery Tube: Leicester Square The Olympic World: The World in London Photos of Londoners each born in one of the competing nations. How much?: Free When?: Now – August 12 Where?: Victoria Park The “SECRET” Olympic Exhibit: Tino Sehgal, The Turbine Hall Commission This artist is known to construct thought provoking and fun social encounters, which we would love to tell you all about BUT…all Turbine Hall exhibits are kept secret until opening! How much?: Free When?: Now – October 28 Where?: Tate Modern Tube: PimlicoHowDoYouDo.com is your source for great tips on enjoying the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.
