{"title": "Drawing after hours: celebrating 200 years of ZSL", "start": "2026-11-10T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Grant Museum of Zoology", "address": "University Street 21, WC1E 6DE London", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/drawing"], "description": "An after-hours drawing session at the Grant Museum of Zoology, where visitors can sketch specimens from the collection to celebrate 200 years of the Zoological Society of London (ZSL). It is hosted by UCL's Grant Museum, which marks two centuries of ZSL and UCL working together on zoological research, education and conservation. Selected specimens will be brought out of their cabinets to draw up close, alongside a pop-up display of artworks from UCL and ZSL archives. The event is unfacilitated, no experience is needed, and all drawing materials are provided.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/drawing-after-hours-celebrating-200-years-of-zsl-125966/", "official_url": "https://www.ucl.ac.uk/engage/events/2026/nov/drawing-after-hours-celebrating-200-years-zsl", "image": "https://noky.io/images/bce75d5a5961b4476c8790b45dd4f8241dd12149bd2b9522a599e0a028085082-600.webp", "dates": [{"start": "2026-11-10T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Grant Museum of Zoology", "address": "University Street 21, WC1E 6DE London", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "ZSL at 200 – The Exhibition at London Zoo", "start": "2026-04-01T00:00:00+01:00", "end": "2026-12-31T00:00:00Z", "place": "London Zoo", "address": "Regent's Park, NW1 4RY London", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "exhibitions-museums", "tags": ["nature/animals", "history"], "description": "ZSL at 200 – The Exhibition at London Zoo is a brand new, interactive exhibition in the heart of London Zoo, open until 31 December 2026. 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The exhibition explores six themes, from 'Women and Wildlife' to 'The Future', and is included with Zoo entry or membership.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/zsl-at-200-the-exhibition-at-london-zoo-91368/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/b5b2b0be0d7ac26787df2ce4cf2d0aca09770b50b6156e9ae9012b80bd8aee84-2000.webp"}, {"title": "200th Anniversary History Tours", "start": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-31T00:00:00Z", "place": "London Zoo", "address": "Regent's Park, NW1 4RY London", "price": "Free (Zoo admission must be purchased separately)", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "tours", "tags": ["nature/animals", "history"], "description": "Guided history tours marking the 200th anniversary of ZSL at London Zoo. Led by a Zoo Presenter, each monthly tour shares fun facts and insights into the animals, people and architecture of the Zoo, with themes changing through the year. 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The model for this session, Marina, is a London-based professional fine art model, visual artist and performer with a background in dance and performance.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/life-drawing-at-the-museum-35952/", "official_url": "https://www.estorickcollection.com/events/life-drawing-at-the-museum-18-november", "image": "https://noky.io/images/3a4080de74cfb30dec38e6b2c4b89f6bc21b6690da0ef44e9ee14e64982ff181-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Sketchbook: V&A Sculpture Room", "start": "2026-11-08T11:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-08T13:00:00Z", "place": "Victoria and Albert Museum", "address": "Cromwell Road, SW7 2RL London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/drawing"], "description": "Sketchbook: V&A Sculpture Room is a free drop-in sketching meetup in the sculpture rooms of the Victoria and Albert Museum in South Kensington. 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All materials are provided, so attendees only need to bring their enthusiasm, with bookings and enquiries handled by email.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/life-drawing-44751/", "official_url": "https://starbyhackneydowns.co.uk/events/life-drawing-4-2026-10-27/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/8c4761b5570958b9f5f04f40793e6dec5c11868d0444029b4ccb69e575aaabf8-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Drop in and draw", "start": "2026-11-06T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Royal Academy of Arts", "address": "Piccadilly, W1J 0BD London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/drawing"], "description": "\"Drop in and draw\" is a free evening workshop where you can pick up a pencil and spend time drawing. It takes place on the first Friday night of the month and is inspired by the exhibition Painting the French Riviera. Professional artists lead the session and share tips and tricks for improving your drawing. The workshop is designed for members of the 25 & Under scheme, welcomes all abilities, provides basic drawing materials, and no booking is required.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/drop-in-and-draw-38264/", "official_url": "https://www.royalacademy.org.uk/event/drop-in-and-draw-20261106", "image": "https://noky.io/images/acf8d84cd6d8df0fe2fc61a3f8cf99a24ea6ec5a7cfbc54fd69d85f5a246dc54-600.webp"}]}