Foundling Museum

“A truly lovely museum, and certainly worth visiting if you're interested in the history of life in Edwardian & Victorian London, poverty, and fostering/adoption in Britain. The building carries with it countless art pieces, furniture, clothing, and information printed all over the walls. The atmosphere is calm and offers a thought-provoking experience on what family means, how children have been treated throughout history, and the harsh reality of poverty in London in the 1700s and 1800s. The museum also offers a nod to recent media depicting the Foundling Hospital, and others related to it in some way. The staff were kind and helpful in entry, and the gift shop was lovely, too. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I highly recommend a visit here. It is worth the money.”

“What a wonderful place that brings to life the individual struggles of women and thier babies and the bigger, dark picture of the poverty and culture of the time. The philanthropic story that leads to the establishment of Foundling Hospital and London's first public art gallery is also told really well through the various arteficats and artworks. Do speak with the excellent staff dotted around that can elaborate on what you are seeing and reading. Try and find your way to include Marchmont Street into your route to the musem. The Token Sculptures set into the pavement will start your learning experience before you even arrive. Buying a ticket gives you a yearly pass.”

“Highly recommend. A very informative if not sad display of objects associated with The Foundling Hospital and resulting charties connected to it. Plenty to see and the top floor has an excellent exhibition on Handle the composer. He was a governor and benefactor of the Foundling Hospital. Attended a afternoon lecture there tge same day on music and symbolism in Durch 17th century art. There is a lift to each floor which is helpful. A small gift shop Nearby are various places to eat within a 2 minute walk in the modernist Brunswick Shopping centre.”