Cinema Museum, Film museum in Kennington, London, United Kingdom
The Cinema Museum is a film museum in London with a vast collection related to motion pictures and cinema culture. The building houses projectors, promotional materials, uniforms, seating from theaters, and technical equipment spanning different eras.
The building began as an administrative block of a 19th-century workhouse. The actor Charlie Chaplin spent part of his childhood within this same structure.
The collection reflects how cinema shaped everyday entertainment and brought communities together in theaters across different periods. Items on display tell stories about moviegoing habits and the social role of cinemas over time.
Advance reservations are necessary before visiting, as the museum operates by appointment. The location is easily reachable near Elephant and Castle station.
The collection includes millions of feet of film stock from various studios and productions gathered over decades. Also on display are rare items such as art deco carpets, vintage theater seats, and an early projector that represents technological innovation from that era.
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