We present the story of the Foundling Hospital, the UK’s first children’s charity and public art gallery. Founded in 1739 by the campaigner Thomas Coram, it was an innovative home for children whose mothers couldn’t care for them, supported by some of the leading artists of the day including William Hogarth, George Frideric Handel and Charles Dickens. Their compassion and generosity show that art transforms lives.
Inspired by our 300-year history of social change, today we work with outstanding contemporary artists, writers and musicians to deliver ambitious projects for young people and marginalised groups. With a focus on local communities, early years and care-experienced young people, our pioneering work delivers positive and lasting outcomes.
Across the four floors of the Museum we present this relevant historic story through our art and objects. Discover objects and records from the original Foundling Hospital, extraordinary works of art and furnishings, thought-provoking exhibitions, plus a programme of events.
You can visit us Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday 11am-5pm. Plus, we’re free for age 21 and under.
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Find out about hiring our rooms, from the striking Rococo Court Room to the contemporary Study Studio at foundlingmuseum.org.uk/venue-hire. As a registered charity all income from venue hire supports our work with marginalised and vulnerable children.
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- 83
- Founded
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- Address
- 40 Brunswick Square, London,wc1n 1az,united Kingdom
- Industry
- Museums, Historical Sites, And Zoos
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- Website
- foundlingmuseum.org.uk
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- history, art, music, venue hire, museum.
- HQ
- London
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Foundling Museum's founding year is 2004
