Horniman Museum and Gardens
Horniman Museum and Gardens, Independent museum in Forest Hill, London, UK.
The Horniman Museum contains 350,000 objects in natural history, musical instruments, and anthropology collections within an Art Nouveau building with decorated halls.
Frederick John Horniman established this museum in 1901 to share his collection of artifacts gathered during his international tea trade travels.
The museum displays extensive collections of musical instruments from different continents, enhancing understanding of global musical traditions and cultural practices.
Located near Forest Hill station, the museum opens daily from 10:00 to 17:30, with free general admission and separate fees for aquarium visits.
The museum houses the largest taxidermy walrus in England, notably overstuffed by Victorian taxidermists who had never seen this animal alive.
Location: London Borough of Lewisham
Inception: 1901
Founders: Frederick John Horniman
Architects: Charles Harrison Townsend
Official opening: 1901
Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: 100 London Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 3PQ SE23 3PQ
Website: https://horniman.ac.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.44056,-0.06083
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:38
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