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About Museum of London

Museum of London is one of the world’s largest urban history museums and cares for over two million objects in its collection. The lower galleries are currently undergoing major redevelopment work which will see spectacular new galleries opening in spring 2010 telling the story of modern London from 1666 to the present day. 

The Museum also holds the largest archaeological archive in Europe of this wealth of information.

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A passion for London

Museum of London's mission is to inspire a passion for London by:

  • communicating London’s history, archaeology and contemporary cultures to a wider world,
  • reaching all of London’s communities through playing a role in the debate about London,
  • facilitating and contributing to  London-wide cultural and educational networks.

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Further information

Please use the links below to find out more about the Museum of London, working for us, hiring venues and to see our press releases and reports and policies:

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London Museums Hub

Museum of London is also the lead partner in the London Museums Hub. Find out about the London Museums Hub

 
Museum of London is jointly funded by the City of London and the Greater London Authority (GLA).