Welcome to the Foundling Museum
Discover the moving story of the Foundling Hospital, the UK’s first children’s charity and first public art gallery.
Plan your visit
Explore more than 275 years of London history at the Foundling Museum through our objects, stories, and spaces.
The Foundling Museum is located in Brunswick Square. We're a 10 minute walk from Kings Cross St Pancras and 4 minutes from Russell Square
Regular opening hoursMonday Closed
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm
What's On
Discover what's on at the Foundling Museum, including exhibitions, concerts, tours, talks, family workshops and more.
Our art and objects
Our Collections help to tell the story of the Foundling Hospital and the children who lived there, as well as its vibrant community of artists, musicians and supporters.