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The London Overground line has been extended up to Highbury and Islington from 28^th February 2011. As a result, CultureLine now includes the Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art in Highbury and Islington. Find out more about the Estorick Collection here.

As the days grow shorter and the temperature drops, it can seem that little bit harder to go out exploring. But with 10 incredible museums and galleries linked along one easy Overground line it’s the perfect discover London’s hidden treasures.

Whether you want to explore the ghosts of Christmas past at the Geffrye Museum, discover the roots of reggae (both distant and local!) at the Hackney Museum or view the greats of fashion drawing at the Women’s Library – jump on the CultureLine this winter and see what there is to offer. See more exhibitions and events in our events section, or visit the individual museums website for further details.

Samuel Johnson once said “By seeing London, I have seen as much of life as the world can show”. A panel of well-known writers and historians will discuss the way the capital has evolved over the centuries to absorb cultures and peoples from all over the globe. How did London’s myriad small areas acquire their distinct and fascinating characters? 

• Half of north Londoners never cross the river for work or play
• North London seen as more culturally rich but South Londoners have more eclectic cultural interests
• The Mayor of London Boris Johnson urges Londoners to cross the great divide

54% of Londoners living north of the River Thames never venture south for either work or cultural pursuits and south Londoners are twice as likely to cross the river for culture. That’s according to a survey of 300 Londoners from both sides of the river published today (23 July) by CultureLine, a partnership of 10 museums and galleries along the new London Overground East London route.