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---------- Unfortunately our lift is currently out of order, access to the upper gallery is via stairs only. Apologies for any inconvenience caused. ----------- The museum is open on Bank Holiday Monday 26th August from 11am to 5pm. The Orangery will open at 12:30pm and last sitting at 4pm.

Local Community Open Day

Saturday 31st August 2019

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Local residents from Royal Greenwich and Lewisham Boroughs can visit us for FREE* on Saturday 31st August between 11am-5pm.
Free activities include:
  • Fan decorating for families
  • Fan making demonstrations
  • Short tours of our current exhibition Man with the Carnation and permanent displays
  • Activity trails

The orangery will be open for afternoon teas throughout the day (walk-ins only).

*Local residents from the Royal Greenwich and Lewisham boroughs are required to present identification with their current address to receive free entry (e.g. driving licence, utility bill etc.)

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Current Exhibition
The Man with the Carnation: Fans from the Gérard Lévy Collection
Upcoming Event
Local Community Open Day Saturday 31st August 2019
In Celebration! The Darkling Heart Friday 11th October 2019, 7:30pm
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Museum Admission Pricing

Adults: £5.00
Children (age 7-16): £3.00
Concessions: £3.00
  • Students (with vaild student card)
  • Senior citizens
  • Registered disabled
  • English Heritage
  • Friends of The Horniman
  • Friends of The Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Members/Volunteers of the National Maritime Museum
National Trust Members:

50% discount on the Adult price tickets

Free Entry for…

Children under 7, Art Fund Members and London Pass Members

Tuesday Special:

Free entry for senior citizens and disabled visitors (except for groups)

Please note that the discounts listed above cannot be applied when visitors are part of a large group visit or guided tour group.  Please click here for further details.

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