
This Easter, discover an interactive activity inspired by early animation at Tower Bridge
2026 marks since the Tower Bridge construction first began in 1886! This Easter, discover Moving Pictures at Tower Bridge, an interactive drop-in activity inspired by phenakistoscopes – popular 19th-century toys that demonstrated one of the earliest forms of animation.
Families will discover how the illusion of motion works before creating their own spinning animation featuring another Victorian icon: Tower Bridge itself.
Designed for curious minds and energetic explorers, Tower Bridge’s Easter Family Activities are free with admission and combine making, movement and mechanical marvels, giving children the chance to discover how Victorian engineers and inventors shaped the modern world, all while exploring the Bridge from top to bottom.
Tower Bridge is located just outside the City of London boundary.














