Meet Mary Seacole and Mix a Medicine

Discover the exciting life of Mary Seacole told in her own words with our interactive performances, learn about how she aided soldiers during the Crimean War and earned the nickname ‘Mother Seacole’. Witness history in a completely unique and fun way.

You can also have a go at diagnosing a soldier and finding the best herbal remedy to help them recover with our interactive mix a medicine activity.

Performances are at 11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm and last approximately 30 minutes. Mix a medicine is a drop in activity available from 10:00am-4:30pm.

All performances are included in general admission. Tickets are available for purchase online or in-person.

All tickets purchased through the museum are annual passes allowing you unlimited entry for 12 months!

Key facts

Meet Mary Seacole

Upcoming Dates:

Saturday 17th October

Saturday 16th January (2027)

Performance Times:

11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm

Admission:
Included with admission

Booking Details:
No booking required

Venue:
Florence Nightingale Museum
2 Lambeth Palace Road
London
SE1 7EP

a young child uses a pestle and mortar to mix together herbs