The Foundling Museum tells the story of the Foundling Hospital,
Britain's first home for abandoned children and London's first
public art gallery.
The Foundling Museum houses the Hospital's fine collection of
mainly eighteenth century art, tokens left by mothers with their
abandoned children and a gallery display about composer Handel, who
was a major benefactor of the Hospital. The Foundling Museum also
presents changing exhibitions.
From May-September 2012 explore an exhibition focusing on the
world famous 18th century Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens, a
place where visitors went to enjoy contemporary music and art,
spectacular design, al fresco dining and beautiful
gardens. This exhibition is accompanied by a series of
concerts and talks.
Throughout the year the Museum will also explore Charles
Dickens' relationship with the Foundling Hospital through events
and exhibits. Please check the Foundling Museum website for further
details.
Admission: Adult £7.50 (£8.25 including Gift
Aid)
Opening Times: Mondays closed, Tues-Sat
10:00-17:00, Sunday 11:00-17:00
Visit Time: 1 hour.
Telephone: 020 7841 3600.
County: London
Dates: until 31/10/2012
Accessible facilities...
Facilities have been recently redeveloped and the Museum now has
full disability access including ramps and lift. There are
accessible toilets on the ground floor. For more information please
telephone the number shown above.
Further Information
Address: 40 Brunswick Square, London WC1N 1AZ.
Nearest Stations: King's Cross, Russell Square.
Nearest Bus Routes: 10, 17, 18, 19, 30, 38, 45, 46, 55, 59, 68,
73, 91, 168, 188, 243.
Rail Company:
All
Destination Station:
London