Situated in the heart of Earls Court, this state-of-the-art venue has really “come alive”. Formerly home to the BBC Earth Experience, the Empress Museum London has transformed into a big top to host Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular.
Located at Empress Place, near the former site of the Earls Court Exhibition Grounds, the Empress Museum joins Earls Court’s long history of artistic innovation.
Opened in 1887, the Exhibition Ground hosted landmarks including the Gigantic Wheel – a forerunner to the iconic London Eye – and the Empress Theatre, a musical hall and theatrical venue. Events held in the exhibition grounds included historical and international exhibitions, boat shows and entertainment events, often attended by Queen Victoria. Following World War I, buildings on the Exhibition Grounds also gave refuge to people in need.
Earls Court has since hosted numerous historic sporting events, concerts and television shows – including David Bowie’s first arena concert, the BRIT Awards and Crufts – and housed events for both the 1948 and 2012 Olympic Games.
As part of a landmark development scheme designed to reinvigorate the area, the Empress Museum continues Earls Court’s legacy as a cultural destination, showcasing Britain’s artistry and bringing new and innovative experiences to the world.
