Britain's original home for abandoned children and London's first ever public art gallery

The Foundling Museum tells the story of the Foundling Hospital, London's first home for abandoned children and of three major figures in British history: its campaigning founder the philanthropist Thomas Coram, the artist William Hogarth and the composer George Frideric Handel. This remarkable collection of art, period interiors and social history is now housed in a restored and refurbished building adjacent to the original site of the Hospital, demolished in 1926.

Events at the Museum

Thursday Lunchtime Concert: last minute change of schedule.

Thursday 4 December, 1pm - 2pm

FREE with Museum admission

ELIZABETH WERRY has most kindly agreed, at extremely short notice, to perform Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas (Op.49) instead of the advertised concert Beethoven and Youth. MORE>>

Exhibition:

An English Interior

The first solo show in London for Belfast artist John Kindness, this contemporary art exhibition is curated by Gill Hedley and features an installation of works inspired by Hogarth etchings, eighteenth century wallpaper motifs and Desperate Dan the Dandy comic book hero.

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A new, modern shop unit has been installed at the entrance to the Museum allowing more space to stock an increased selection of products. Among the new items are children's toys and collection inspired gifts, perfect for Christmas presents.

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