London Museum

Welcome to the Museum of London, an institution dedicated to telling the unparalleled story of the world's most resilient capital city. Located in the heart of the City of London, near the historic London Wall, this museum houses…

We begin our chronological journey in the Roman gallery, focusing on the period around fifty AD when 'Londinium' was established as a vital commercial port. The museum's collection of Roman artifacts is one of the most extensive…

As we move into the medieval galleries, the tone of the museum shifts toward a story of incredible resilience in the face of near-constant crisis. Here, you will find a formidable collection of medieval weapons, including…

One of the most dramatic turning points in London's history is the Great Fire of sixteen sixty-six, a catastrophe that is vividly brought to life in this gallery. The museum uses a combination of scorched artifacts and a famous…

We now enter what is arguably the museum’s most beloved exhibit: the Victorian Walk-through. This is an immersive recreation of late nineteenth-century London streets, complete with authentic shopfronts, a pub, and even a…

A focal point of the museum’s later galleries is the magnificent Lord Mayor's State Coach. Built in seventeen fifty-seven, this gilded carriage is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and a symbol of the enduring power of the City of…

As we approach the modern era, the museum focuses on the powerful stories of social change and political struggle. A highlight is the extensive collection of artifacts from the suffragette movement in the early twentieth century. …

Our journey through the Museum of London concludes, yet the story of the city itself continues to unfold just outside these doors. We have traveled from the prehistoric banks of the Thames, through the disciplined streets of…