The Viktor Wynd Museum of Curiosities, Fine Art & Natural History, Cabinet of curiosities museum in Hackney, England
Description
The Viktor Wynd Museum is a curiosities collection in Hackney displaying natural specimens, taxidermy, artwork, and rare objects across themed sections. The collection occupies a former telecommunications center and presents a varied arrangement of items from different fields.
History
The museum opened in 2015 following the tradition of pre-enlightenment Wunderkammer collections that combined natural and artificial wonders. Its Kickstarter-funded founding reflects a modern approach to creating this type of collection.
Culture
The museum hosts regular exhibitions featuring artists like Alasdair Gray and Mervyn Peake. It houses the largest public collection of works by Austin Osman Spare.
Practical
The museum sits on Mare Street near Bethnal Green tube station with convenient public transport access. Visitors should plan for the limited opening times and allow adequate time to explore the full collection.
Did you know?
The collection holds dodo bones, extinct bird feathers, and tribal artifacts alongside scientific instruments. An integrated cocktail bar serves traditional absinthe from antique fountains, creating a multi-sensory experience during the visit.
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