Museum of the Home - Free Audio Guide
London, England, United Kingdom
Museum of the Home, 136, Kingsland Road, Shoreditch, London Borough of Hackney, London, Greater London, England, E2 8EA, United Kingdom
The Museum of the Home, formerly the Geffrye Museum, is a free museum located in the historic 18th-century almshouses in Hoxton, London. Established in 1914, it explores the concept of home and domestic life from 1600 to the present day through diverse exhibitions and period room displays. Key attractions include the new Home Galleries, replanted gardens, and a café. The museum underwent extensive refurbishment and reopened in summer 2021 with increased exhibition and public space. Opening hours are Tuesday to Sunday, 10 AM to 5 PM, and admission is free. The museum is accessible by public transport and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all visitors.