The British Optical Association Museum
About The British Optical Association Museum
Founded by J.H. Sutcliffe of the British Optical Association in 1901, the museum houses 17,000 items relating to the history of ophthalmic optics (optometry), the human eye and visual aids, as well as the representation of these subjects in art. The collection includes over 2,000 pairs of spectacles, from the 17th century through to the 21st, as well as historic examples of other optical devices and aids to vision including scissor spectacles, folding eyeglasses, pince-nez, lorgnettes, magnifiers, quizzing glasses and monocles. Open by prior appointment.
The British Optical Association Museum Facilities
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Free entry |
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The British Optical Association Museum Address
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The College of Optometrists
42 Craven Street London
WC2N 5NG
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| Telephone: | +44 (0)20 7766 4353 |
Location Information for The British Optical Association Museum
| Address: |
The College of Optometrists
42 Craven Street London
WC2N 5NG
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| Telephone: | +44 (0)20 7766 4353 |
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Events at The British Optical Association Museum
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Archive Collection at The British Optical Association Museum
Museum ExhibitionRecurring event
A display of historical documents.
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Rare and Historical Books Collection at The British Optical Association Museum
Museum ExhibitionRecurring event
A chance to view rare and historical books.
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Who is Blind? at The British Optical Association Museum
Museum ExhibitionRecurring event
A small display describing the changing definition of blindness and those with partial sight.
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World of Eyeballs at The British Optical Association Museum
Museum ExhibitionRecurring event
A look at the British Optical Association Museum.
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