Topolski Century

One of SE1's hidden attractions, this is a chronicle of the twentieth century accompanied by sculptures, slides and film.
Artist Feliks Topolski created a 600 ft-long mural that snakes its way around three railway arches. It draws heavily on the artist's own first-hand experience of many of the key moments in 20th century history and politics.
Situated on the main walking route from Waterloo Station to the Royal Festival Hall, thousands of people pass its doors each year without realising what lies behind the doors.
Reopened in 2009 after a major refurbishment.
Web: www.topolskicentury.org.uk
Open: Mon-Sat 11am-7pm; Sun 12 noon-6pm
Prices: £2 (conc £1)
Open: Mon-Sat 11am-7pm; Sun 12 noon-6pm
Prices: £2 (conc £1)
News & features about Topolski Century
- Man in hospital with head injuries after South Bank assault (21 Feb 2010)
- Royalty and stars gather for John Mortimer memorial service at Southwark Cathedral (17 Nov 2009)
- Duke of Edinburgh visits "terrific" Topolski Century on South Bank (22 Oct 2009)
- BBC launches remote-control art installation in South Bank railway arch (17 May 2009)
- Topolski Century: hidden South Bank gallery reopens after £3 million makeover (16 Mar 2009)
- Million pound Lottery boost for Topolski Memoir (22 Mar 2006)
Forum discussions about Topolski Century
Restaurants, pubs & bars close to Topolski Century
- Azzurro (38 yards)
- The Archduke (66 yards)
- Ping Pong (110 yards)
- Arch One Bar & Grill (110 yards)
- Film Cafe (112 yards)
- Smaland Coffee (112 yards)
- Chicken Cottage (130 yards)
- Feng Sushi (132 yards)
- Canteen (132 yards)
- Caffe Vergnano (136 yards)
- Pizza Express (138 yards)
- Chez Gerard (142 yards)
- Etsu Cafe (148 yards)
- Java Stop (148 yards)
- The Hole in the Wall (152 yards)
- Le Pain Quotidien (156 yards)

