Museum of the Moving Image

The Museum of the Moving Image was a film museum in Lambeth that displayed a broad collection of cinema cameras, projectors, and editing equipment from different eras. The galleries were arranged so that visitors could trace the technical evolution from early filmmaking to modern production methods.

The facility was founded in 1988 and operated under the patronage of Prince Charles before moving toward closure in 1999. After several years without operation, the building was permanently closed in 2002.

The museum served as a place where visitors could follow the development of filmmaking techniques firsthand and learn more about the practical sides of film production. The exhibitions showed how the work of cinematographers and film editors had evolved over decades.

The building stood beneath Waterloo Bridge on the South Bank and was easy to spot thanks to its red roofs and steel frame with glass side panels. Visitors should know that the museum grounds can be difficult to reach and planning ahead makes sense.

Animator Chuck Jones created original animation artwork directly on the museum's high walls during opening preparations, including a chase sequence that visitors could see. These hand-painted works were a special and unusual feature of the place.

Location: London Borough of Lambeth

Inception: 1988

Official opening: 1988

Address: South Bank, Waterloo, London SE1 8XT

GPS coordinates: 51.50670,-0.11500

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:29