Museum of the Home

1763 reviews

136 Kingsland Rd, London E2 8EA, United Kingdom

www.museumofthehome.org.uk

+442077399893

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Museum of the Home is a Museum located at 136 Kingsland Rd, London E2 8EA, United Kingdom. It has received 1763 reviews with an average rating of 4.4 stars.

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Hours

Monday10am-5pm
Tuesday10am-5pm
Wednesday10am-5pm
Thursday10am-5pm
Friday10am-5pm
SaturdayClosed
Sunday10am-5pm

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  • The address of Museum of the Home: 136 Kingsland Rd, London E2 8EA, United Kingdom

  • Museum of the Home has 4.4 stars from 1763 reviews

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  • "A fascinating window into the world of the humble UK home through the lens of time"

    "One of the most well-curated and uplifting museums I have visited in recent memory"

    "It’s a great opportunity to appreciate the change in the home’s style during the ages all the way from the 1800 down to the late 1990s"

    "A wonderful museum, so much to see and learn about"

    "As Museums go, this place is unique with rooms through the ages and at Christmas decorated accordingly"

Reviews

  • Sadek Miah

A fascinating window into the world of the humble UK home through the lens of time. It's not the largest of museums but it is free and you'll certainly get an afternoon's worth of enjoyment out of it. The staff are on hand to help in any way and in all, it makes for a rather underrated gem amongst the dozens of museums in London. More

  • Costa

One of the most well-curated and uplifting museums I have visited in recent memory. I left so full of joy and inspiration. I was particularly moved it their collaboration with Missing People. It’s clear that the museum’s curators are investigating in engaging with the local community. More

  • Subaiah Sufi

It’s a great opportunity to appreciate the change in the home’s style during the ages all the way from the 1800 down to the late 1990s. I met some older people there who explained the differences and such. It’s so cool. If you’re a geek like me, you’ll love it!

  • Barbara (Grace)

A wonderful museum, so much to see and learn about. It's a great place to bring the whole family. It is free to enter. Some negatives are that the cafe was closed the toilets were filthy, and some of the handwashing gadgets were not working. More

  • Stefan Nunn

As Museums go, this place is unique with rooms through the ages and at Christmas decorated accordingly. My first visit 30 odd years ago and the "new" development opened 1998 (now about to be refurbed) along with the redeveloped undercroft

  • Suzanna Ohlin

Wholesome and feel-good kind of a museum! The displays were lovely, though they were often more arranged by the “vibe” than time period/class of the objects. There are many interesting stories to hear, whether about the Victorian servant

  • Lauren Williams

A stunning museum with a clear commitment to diversity, celebrating its local community and responding to concerns of the public. A collection that opens up what home means to us and that draws you intimately into the lives and spaces of

  • Amanda Davies

I went on a recent inset day with 2 under 10s. We had a really good time, helped by their free (donations if you like) for children's work books to use around the museum and also the working garden area. The children and me designed cups

  • Derek Marshall

An enjoyable hour wandering around the gardens followed by the rooms displaying relevant artefacts of the era being promoted. Much has changed and improved since a previous visit some 5 years ago. A great free experience. More

  • Cerys Wakeman

Lovely museum with great exhibitions and lots of accessibility options which made me able to see and enjoy much more. Plenty of lifts,toilets and planned seating as well as plenty of museum seats available to use.

  • Tony L

I recently visited the Museum of the Home, for the first time, and thoroughly enjoyed my experience. It was fascinating to learn about and explore the evolution of domestic interiors from 1600 to the present day.

  • Adam Forsbrook

Great little museum, we attended a tour about herbs and the link to female healers delivered by Channelle was very insightful, making the visit! So any visitors be sure to check out the Tours on offer first!

  • Arthur Glauberman

Museum of the Home is a fascinating history of how home life has evolved over the last four hundred years. It’s a huge permanent exhibition that is designed tor people of all ages. More

  • Robin Rimbaud-Scanner

An amazing location. Set back off the main road, you'll in for a surprise as the museum just keeps on going...and going..Turn another corner and there are yet more fun things to see.

  • Felicity J

Beautiful Christmas experience. No wait to get in. Had many items of great interest. The rooms throughout history were also interesting. Also very close to a overground as well. More

  • Ben Donaghy

A really excellent museum. So many interactive elements which are super educational. Would be brilliant to take kids here. Lots of interesting areas to explore too More

  • Linda Chapman

Have visited here a few times and there is always something new and contemporary to see. The shop has a good selection of gifts. Free entry to the museum. More

  • Lenka V.

I truly enjoyed this museum - it has interesting displays with a lot of interactives, it uses different media and display techniques. Free of charge More

  • Camryn May

Nicely done little museum with a beautiful courtyard. Recommend to go in spring/summer. Fun to see various interiors throughout history. More

  • Kellie “Leaora” Jones

Free entry, friendly staff. Self-guided tour. Exhibits were interesting and had plenty of info. Nice sun room, kids' area, and garden.

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