Museum of the Home
Museum of the Home is housed in almshouses which were built in 1714. The money to build them came from the legacy of Sir Robert Geffrye (1613–1704).
Visitors can walk through carefully recreated rooms from different historical periods, each showing how people lived, worked, and decorated their spaces in the past. From modest domestic interiors to more modern living environments, the exhibits highlight the evolution of comfort, style, and functionality in the home.
The experience goes beyond interiors, offering insight into broader social history—how housing, family life, and community dynamics have transformed over time. It’s a reflective and educational journey that connects personal stories with wider cultural change.
Outside, peaceful garden spaces provide a calm contrast to the indoor exhibits, making it a relaxing stop for visitors exploring East London. Ideal for those interested in design, history, or everyday culture, it offers a deeper understanding of how ordinary life shapes the world we live in today.
~Things to do in East London~
- Dennis Severs' HouseThis five-storey terraced house has been theatrically dressed to create intimate tableaux portraying domestic life in Spitalfields from the 18th century on
Dennis Severs' House - Golf ClubsPlaying in the beautiful grassy green field surrounded by woodland is a great experience.
Golf Clubs - Sutton House and Breaker's YardThe conventionally bleak image of Hackney is joyously usurped by this charming National Trust property
Sutton House and Breaker's Yard - Boating & CruisingThere are lots of great places in London that will lend you a boat to float around in. Pedal across ponds, row down rivers or canoe along canals.
Boating & Cruising - CyclingCycling is a good exercise for people of all ages, genders and lifestyles
Cycling - Opened in 1877 by Dr Barnardo, this canalside warehouse provided education, clothing and meals for more than a thousand “ragged” children in Mile End
Ragged School Museum - Horse RidingThe thrilling excitement and fun is only available on the back of a horse.
Horse Riding - Geffrye MuseumSet inside a gracef.l run of 18th-century almshouses with delightful gardens, this tranquil, creeper-clad “Museum of the Home” presents a chronological parade of period rooms.Geffrye Museum
- Kayaking & CanoeingKayaking and Canoeing is a great sport as well as an exercise for the lovers of this activity
Kayaking & Canoeing - Museum of ChildhoodThis Bethnal Green outpost of the Victoria & Albert Museum houses an engaging collection of toys, games, furniture and clothing as used by children from 1600 to the present day.
Museum of Childhood - KartingKarting has become a perfect solution for corporate entertainment, stag parties and office parties or for individuals wanting to blast around a track
Karting - Aerial SportsEnjoy a Tandem Jump or Parachute jump
Aerial Sports - Scuba DivingDo you want to explore underwater world and enjoy the nature beneath the sea
Scuba Diving - ClimbingLondon has a number of climbing facilities for parents and children that offer clubs, one-to-one tuition, group tuition and some also cater for children parties.
Climbing - BoxingWant to learn boxing, either as a competitor or just to get fit
Boxing - Sports & Health ClubsHealth & Wellbeing is about so much more than just physical exercise and fitness. Rather it is about connected wellness in body, mind and spirit. Physical fitness is often an important step on that journey
Sports & Health Clubs - Zoo & Wildlife ParksIf you are visitor to East London and are looking for things to do or interesting days out in and around London with a trip to a Wildlife Park or Zoo is a great day out with lots to see and enjoy
Zoo & Wildlife Parks - If the sun's out, this market is one of the most delightful in London.
Columbia Road Flower Market - PaintballingIf you are not in military and you wish to carry out a tactical military mission and feel the adventure of eliminating the enemies..
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