About

The Museum of Richmond is a registered museum. It was created by local residents, it is an independent museum and a registered charity and is supported by the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.

For centuries Richmond has been a centre of fashion, the arts and the intellect, as well as home to many of Britain's monarchs. The Museum celebrates the rich heritage of Richmond, Ham, Petersham and Kew and, through the exhibition and education programmes, includes all other areas of the borough.

The colourful displays span from prehistoric times to the present day. It is ideal for family visits: admission is free, and there are always lots of activities to keep children entertained. The Museum is close to the River Thames and to Richmond Green.

Group Visits:

The Museum of Richmond offer a growing programme of talks and workshops that can be booked by groups either at the Museum, or they can come to you.

The Museum of Richmond aims to bring the history of Richmond and the surrounding area to life in exciting and varied ways for people of all ages and from all backgrounds. They offer a growing programme of talks that can be booked by groups of 10 or more, often for groups who cannot come into the museum.

Talk topics currently include:
Old Palace Lane
The Story of the Royal Star and Garter Home
Highlights of the Textile Collection
30 Years of the Museum of Richmond
Richmond and the Railway
The Royals and Richmond Palace
Toys Through the Ages
Victorian Richmond
Medicine in Richmond

Please email learning@museumofrichmond.com or call 020 8332 11414 to discuss.

They ask for a donation of £25 per talk, workshop or session.