The Geffrye Museum
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About The Geffrye Museum

One of London's most friendly and charming museums, the Geffrye presents the history of the English domestic interior from 1600 to the present day. A series of period rooms containing fine collections of furniture, paintings and decorative arts reflect the changing tastes and styles of the urban middle classes. The museum is set in delightful 18th-century almshouse buildings with attractive gardens, including a walled herb garden and series of period gardens. A full programme of special exhibitions on related themes is run throughout the year.

Facilities

Opening Times Tuesday - Saturday 10.00am - 5.00pm, Sun and Bank Holiday Mondays 12.00 - 5.00pm. Closed Mons (unless Bank Holiday), Good Friday, 24, 25, 26 December and 1 January
Booking and payment details Free

The Geffrye Museum Address

Address:
Kingsland Road, London
London
E2 8EA
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7739 9893
Fax: +44 (0)20 7729 5647
Email:
Website: http://www.geffrye-museum.org.uk

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Location Information for The Geffrye Museum

Address:
Kingsland Road, London
London
E2 8EA
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7739 9893
Fax: +44 (0)20 7729 5647
Email:
Website: http://www.geffrye-museum.org.uk
By Road: Liverpool Street then bus 149 or 242. Old Street, exit 2, then bus 243.

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Reviews of The Geffrye Museum

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Reviewed by: Visit London
If you’ve always wondered how the Georgians coped without flat screen TVs then this inspired museum provides an insight. Hewn out of an 18th-century almshouse, the museum houses a series of English living rooms running from 1600 to the late 20th century, with furniture and decoration all faithfully displayed. Fine gardens and excellent restaurant, shop and temporary exhibition space also await.
 

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4.5
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  Latest 5 reviews of The Geffrye Museum

One of London's Hidden Gems

Once you have been to all the major museums and galleries it's time to explore those off the beaten track. The Geffrye Museum takes you through the history of English domestic interiors from...

Once you have been to all the major museums and galleries it's time to explore those off the beaten track.

The Geffrye Museum takes you through the history of English domestic interiors from 1600's to the 1990's. It's child friendly and pre-visit your child/ren might want to check out the online Kids Zone.

http://www.geffrye-museum.org.uk/kidszone/

The first Saturday of each month one of the Almshouses is open for visits - well worth it - and the Herb Garden is open April to October.

There's a wealth of information on their website on how to get there plus activities such as workshops and study days for all ages.

At Christmas each room setting is decorated in the Christmas style of the period - I'm guessing starting with the Victorians as it was Prince Albert who brought us the Xmas Tree in the UK.

If you like Vietnamese food Kingsland Road is home to dozens of Vietnamese eateries.

 
5.0
21 June 2009
by ebabe69, Brighton, United Kingdom
 

Most enjoyable

We visited this museum in late August, 2008. Set in the former almshouses of the Ironmonger's Company in Shoreditch, East London. It is the only museum in the UK to specialise in furniture and...

We visited this museum in late August, 2008. Set in the former almshouses of the Ironmonger's Company in Shoreditch, East London. It is the only museum in the UK to specialise in furniture and domestic interiors of the urban middle classes. Especially interesting was the walk through time displays of living rooms from the 17th century display with oak furniture and panelling through to a late 20th century living space in a converted warehouse. Lovely detail with ornaments, artwork, wallpapers, curtains and furniture. Outside is a walled herb garden and a series of period garden rooms. Also the front lawns of the building are just perfect to either sit and read or just relax.

 
4.0
4 November 2008
by nek88, Brisbane, Australia
 

Cute museum in London

This small museum specialising in the furniture and domestic interiors of the urban middle classes is not to be missed! You can walk through various periods rooms from the 1600 to 2000. Great way to...

This small museum specialising in the furniture and domestic interiors of the urban middle classes is not to be missed!

You can walk through various periods rooms from the 1600 to 2000.

Great way to see what London flats looked like inside historically.

Tube: Old Street (Northern Line). The museum is on Kingsland Rd and it takes about 15 mins to walk from the tube station.

 
5.0
24 July 2007
by krnworld, London, United Kingdom
 

a little gem

This museum of period rooms is set up in an old almshouse. The almshouse and its gardens are a wonderful peaceful space in the busy city. Inside, there are many rooms with furnishings from the...

This museum of period rooms is set up in an old almshouse. The almshouse and its gardens are a wonderful peaceful space in the busy city. Inside, there are many rooms with furnishings from the different periods in English history (I was startled to see one from the 1960's, which I remember well! They had it exactly right.). There is an excellent gift shop with everything from postcards to very expensive art objects.

 
5.0
17 January 2005
by Chaucerian, Boston, Massachusetts
 

a great museum

this was the second time I visited the geffrey museum. Much had happend and only to the better. i love walking around all the livingroom, imagening the people at there everyday life. the museum is in...

this was the second time I visited the geffrey museum. Much had happend and only to the better. i love walking around all the livingroom, imagening the people at there everyday life. the museum is in fact very recomendable til both children and adults. and one shall not forget the kind and helpfull staff. so I shall for sure come back thank you for a very delightfull day. vibeke pedersen copenhagen denmark

 
5.0
3 September 2003
by A TripAdvisor Member, copenhagen denmark
 

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Events at The Geffrye Museum

  • Ethelburga Tower: At Home In A High-Rise

    Must See!
    Exhibition

    7 Apr 2009 to 31 Aug 2009

    Photographer Mark Cowper peeks inside his neighbours' homes for this exhibition at London's Geffrye Museum. Until 31 Aug

     

  • At Home in London: 1600-1800

    Exhibition

    Recurring event

    The At Home project includes four brand new period rooms; dated 1630, 1695, 1745 and 1790; a series of new interpretive galleries; two new audio guides and a specially devised education and events programme.

     

  • Christmas Past: 400 Years of Seasonal Traditions in English Homes

    Exhibition

    24 Nov 2009 to 3 Jan 2010

    Each year the Geffrye's eleven period rooms are decorated in authentic festive style to reflect how Christmas has been celebrated in English homes over the past 400 years. A feast for the eyes and the soul, a visit in December is a must.

     

  • Eco Home

    Exhibition

    13 Oct 2009 to 17 Feb 2010

    An exhibition which examines our current concerns around eco living in an informative, but fun way. Areas for focus will include saving energy and the fabric of the home, sustainable design, and habits and behaviours.

     
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