Museum of the Home Free
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Visit the Museum of the Home in Hackney and explore the changing shape of domestic interiors from 1600 to the present day. Formerly called the Geffrye Museum, the Museum of the Home charts how families, fashions and inventions have all evolved over the past 400 years in Britain.
What is there to see at the Museum of the Home?
The Museum of the Home reopened in 2021 following a multimillion-pound refurbishment and extension.
Highlights of the museum now include the Home Galleries. Head down to the lower ground floor to see exhibitions exploring the meaning of home. Here, you’ll find treasured ornaments, furniture and photos of unusual places to call home.
Don’t miss delving into the Rooms through Time galleries. Also recently refreshed, the displays are based on real London homes and show how interior decoration and living spaces have kept up with changing fashions and demands. Move from a 1630s hall to a 1990s loft conversion.
Head outside to explore the Gardens Through Time. These seasonal displays show how our gardens have evolved as much as the insides of our homes. Discover the Tudor Knot Garden, wander the Herb Garden and enjoy the classic Cottage Garden.
How long does it take to go around the Museum of the Home?
The Museum of the Home is one of London’s smaller museums. But there’s plenty to see and many activities to try out, including visiting the gardens. Spend a morning (or afternoon) here and factor in a trip to Molly’s Café for a home-cooked meal after looking at the galleries.
There’s also the museum’s gift shop to explore, which sells homeware, books and craft items with an emphasis on local and sustainable suppliers.
Is it free to visit the Museum of the Home?
The Museum of the Home is free to visit. It is best to book a timed ticket in advance online.
Tickets are available at the door, but you may have to wait to go in if the museum is busy.
Can I eat at the Museum of the Home?
Molly’s Café is in the grounds of the Museum of the Home. They open at 9am from Tuesday to Sunday and serve a variety of hot drinks, snacks and hearty, homecooked-style meals.
Where is the Museum of the Home?
The Museum of the Home is in Hackney, east London.
How do I get to the Museum of the Home?
The nearest Overground station to the Museum of the Home is Hoxton, which is a one-minute walk away.
Several bus routes stop on Kingsland Road, close to the museum.
There are Santander Cycles docking stations on Falkirk Street and Geffrye Street, and bike racks in Kingsland Road Gardens.
Prices and opening times
| Child Ticket | FREE |
|---|---|
| Family Ticket | FREE |
| Senior Ticket | FREE |
| Adult Ticket | FREE |
Admission to the Museum is free. Charges may apply for certain exhibitions and events. Please check www.museumofthehome.org.uk for details.
Opening Times
Tuesday to Sunday: 10am to 5pm
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Venue Details & Map
Museum of the Home
- Address
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136 Kingsland Road, HoxtonLondonE2 8EA
- Telephone:
- +44 (0)20 7739 9893
- info@museumofthehome.org.uk
- Public transport:
- Liverpool Street then bus 149 or 242. Old Street, exit 2, then bus 243.
Facilities & Accessibility
- Access Inside Building Facilities
- Accessible lift
- All routes suitable for limited mobility users
- All routes suitable for pushchairs or prams
- All routes suitable for wheelchair users
- Effective lighting throughout for visually impaired users
- Seating for limited mobility users along routes
- Access into the Building
- Flat routes from parking area to entrance
- Full, non-assisted wheelchair access
- Ramps with handrails to entrance
- Accessible Bathroom Facilities
- Designated wheelchair accessible public toilet
- Some toilets with handrails
- Accessible Communication Facilities
- Audible alarm system
- Clear signage (colour contrast, large letters or pictograms)
- Hearing loop system
- Information available in audio format
- Information available in braille
- Accessible Parking Facilities
- Designated disabled parking available within fifty metres of main entrance
- Drop-off point for guests available outside main entrance
- Accessible Venue Facilities
- Assistance dogs welcome
- Level access, ramp or lift to restaurant or cafe
- Level access, ramp or lift to the shop
- Staff available to assist
- Staff disability awareness trained
- Wheelchairs available free of charge
- Additional Accessible Facilities
- Accessible baby changing rooms
- Level access, ramp or lift from entrance to reception
- Level access, ramp or lift to garden
- Level access, ramp or lift to information point
- Signed British Sign Language (BSL) performances
- Attraction Facilities
- Audio commentary available
- Gift shop
- Patron toilets
- Public toilets
- Catering Facilities
- Cafe
- Children Facilities
- Children welcome
- Event Facilities
- Available for wedding receptions
- Breakout Rooms
- Conference rooms / Meeting rooms
- In house AV available
- Trade vehicle access
- Venue allows outside catering
- General Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Lifts
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- Payment Facilities
- Free entry