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The Museum of the Home, formerly known as the Geffrye Museum, is a unique cultural venue housed in beautiful 18th-century almshouses in Hackney. The museum tells the story of how we have lived at home over the past 400 years through carefully recreated period rooms and gardens. The venue offers versatile event spaces including the main galleries, education rooms, and outdoor garden areas, making it an inspiring setting for corporate events, private functions, and educational workshops. Located in trendy East London, the museum provides a distinctive backdrop that combines historical charm with contemporary facilities, accommodating groups from intimate gatherings to larger receptions of up to 150 guests.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Gallery | 80 | — | — | — | — | — | 120 |
| Education Room | — | — | 16 | 25 | 18 | — | — |
| Garden Pavilion | — | — | — | — | — | — | 50 |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Venue hire rates vary by space and event type. Gallery hire from £750, smaller spaces from £300. Catering packages available.
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136 Kingsland Road, London, E2 8EA, United Kingdom
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Museum of the Home is a verified museum in London, hosting up to 150 guests, with day delegate rates from £350. Its genome scores highest for Historic, Hybrid Ready, Networking. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events, receptions and networking events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 150 guests for standing receptions, 80 for seated dinners
Full AV suite including projection, sound system, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
In-house catering team providing contemporary British cuisine with seasonal menus
Limited on-street parking available, nearest car park is 5 minutes walk, excellent public transport links
The Museum of the Home, formerly known as the Geffrye Museum, is a unique cultural venue housed in beautiful 18th-century almshouses in Hackney. The museum tells the story of how we have lived at home over the past 400 years through carefully recreated period rooms and gardens. The venue offers versatile event spaces including the main galleries, education rooms, and outdoor garden areas, making it an inspiring setting for corporate events, private functions, and educational workshops. Located in trendy East London, the museum provides a distinctive backdrop that combines historical charm with contemporary facilities, accommodating groups from intimate gatherings to larger receptions of up to 150 guests.
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