Garden Museum, Independent museum in Lambeth, England
The Garden Museum sits in a former Victorian church on the south bank of the Thames, hosting rotating displays about horticulture and plant history. A planted courtyard stands at the center, surrounded by gallery spaces, a café, and a bookshop dedicated to gardening publications.
The building served as a parish church from the 14th century before closing in the mid-20th century and later being converted into a museum. The Nicholsons launched the campaign to save the church after finding the Tradescant tomb inside.
The site honors the Tradescants, royal gardeners who introduced exotic plants to England, through its name and displays. The courtyard features period garden beds where visitors can see species that once defined English garden style.
The museum opens daily from 10:00 to 17:00 and lies within a short walk from Lambeth North station. The courtyard offers outdoor seating, while the galleries are accessible without steps.
Renovation workers uncovered a hidden vault containing the remains of five Archbishops beneath the building floor. This discovery changed how the church history was understood and led to a redesign of the exhibition spaces.
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