Foundling Museum
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.
The Foundling Hospital, established by Captain Thomas Coram in 1739, was also Britain’s first public exhibition space for artists, and the venue for Handel’s first successful English performance of Messiah. The museum is situated in London’s Bloomsbury, on the former site of the Foundling Hospital.
The grade II listed building provides a stunning mix of historic interiors and contemporary spaces with modern catering facilities:
The Court Room is one of London’s finest Rococo interiors and provides an ideal setting for intimate dinners.
The Picture Gallery displays the magnificent Foundling art collection including works by Hogarth, Gainsborough and Reynolds. It provides a unique backdrop for exclusive entertaining and spectacular events.
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Foundling Museum has 3 rooms. The largest, Picture Gallery, holds up to 100 guests seated or 100 standing. The whole venue holds up to 250 guests standing.
- Court Room65 seated65 standingOnly available on Mondays during the day. Evening hire any time
- Picture Gallery30-100 seated100 standingOnly available on Mondays during the day. Evening hire any day
- Clore Creative23-70 seated70 standing
Combined and whole-venue options
- Whole Museum250 standingevening receptions
Travel Information
Russell Square (about 6 min walk)
Getting to Foundling Museum by public transport
In Central London, Foundling Museum is about 6 minutes' walk from Russell Square (Tube). Walking times are estimates.
Getting to Foundling Museum by car
For sat nav, use the postcode WC1N 1AZ.
Foundling Museum is in the London Borough of Camden. Congestion Charge and Ultra Low Emission Zone rules may apply to vehicles driven in London, so check Transport for London for the latest charges.
Getting to Foundling Museum by air
The nearest major airports are London City (about 7.7 miles away) and Heathrow (about 15 miles away). Distances are in a straight line, so the road journey will be longer.
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