Titanic Exhibition at Olympia closes 16 August with Harrow connections
Rare artefacts including a deckchair and staircase fragment leave London after final weekend
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Residents of Harrow have one week left to visit the Titanic Exhibition at Olympia Upper West Hall, which closes on 16 August 2026. The exhibition, held in London for the first time, features rare artefacts recovered from the wreck of the R.M.S. Titanic, including an original deckchair and a fragment of the aft Grand Staircase.
The collection also includes a genuine lifeboat plaque and four fragments of metal, glass, and ceramic retrieved from a Second Class cabin. Among the exhibits is the expedition jumpsuit worn by Paul-Henri Nargeolet, the French Navy commander who died in the Titan submersible implosion in June 2023.
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Harrow’s links to the Titanic
The exhibition has particular significance for Harrow, as at least ten people associated with the borough were passengers on the Titanic. August Meyer, who lived in St Kilda’s Road, purchased a second-class ticket to start a new job in New York. He did not survive the sinking, as reported by Harrow Online.
Charles Eugene Williams, a resident of Drury Road and a games master at Harrow School, also travelled on the ship. Williams survived after being permitted to board Lifeboat 14 to assist with rowing. His story was documented in local records and confirmed by Harrow Online.
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How to visit before the exhibition closes
Olympia Upper West Hall is approximately ten miles from Harrow town centre. The most direct public transport route is the Piccadilly line from South Harrow to Barons Court, followed by a nine-minute walk to the venue. Kensington Olympia is the nearest station, though visitors are advised to check live travel updates, as service frequencies can vary.
Tom Rudderham, Director of White Star Heritage, said: “Bringing our Titanic collection to London for the first time has been a real privilege, and the response from visitors has been wonderful. With the exhibition now in its final days, we would encourage anyone who has been meaning to visit to do so before it closes on 16 August.”
Bringing our Titanic collection to London for the first time has been a real privilege, and the response from visitors has been wonderful.
Tom Rudderham, Director of White Star Heritage
Tickets for the exhibition are available through the official website, titanic.london. The exhibition is open until 16 August 2026, with no further dates announced for a return to London.
Questions this report answers
+When does the Titanic Exhibition at Olympia close?
The exhibition closes on Sunday, 16 August 2026. After this date, the artefacts will leave London, and no further dates for a return have been announced. Visitors must book tickets before the closing date.
+Who from Harrow was on the Titanic?
At least ten people associated with Harrow were on board, including August Meyer of St Kilda’s Road and Charles Eugene Williams of Drury Road. Meyer died in the sinking, while Williams survived by boarding Lifeboat 14.
+How do I get to the Titanic Exhibition from Harrow?
The easiest route is the Piccadilly line from South Harrow to Barons Court, followed by a nine-minute walk to Olympia. Kensington Olympia is the closest station, but visitors should check live travel updates for service changes.
+What artefacts are on display at the Titanic Exhibition?
The exhibition includes an original deckchair, a fragment of the aft Grand Staircase, a genuine lifeboat plaque, and fragments from a Second Class cabin. It also features the expedition jumpsuit worn by Paul-Henri Nargeolet.
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