Foundling Museum (The)
40 Brunswick Square, London, United Kingdom WC1N 1AZMap
+44 20 7841 3600
Neighborhood: Bloomsbury/ Fitzrovia/ Euston
Overview
Located in a reconstructed building next to the demolished Foundling Hospital, this museum pays tribute to the city's original home for London's poor youth. Abandoned children and infants were given a new lease of life due to the kindness of the founders, composer George Frideric Handel, artist William Hogarth and Thomas Coram, a great philanthropist. Learn more about their history through the different permanent and temporary exhibitions held here and admire the unique and intriguing British paintings.
- Open Hours: Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM, Sunday from 11:00 AM to 05:00 PM
- Type:
Attractions & Landmarks, Other
- Credit Cards Accepted: mastercard, visa
- Nearest Train: Russell Square
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