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RCM Museum

Explore the musical treasures of London’s newest Museum

The Royal College of Music Museum contains the earliest known guitar, the earliest stringed keyboard instrument and the most recognised portraits of Joseph Haydn and Farinelli. Learn about these and 56 other fascinating instruments specially chosen from the RCM’s designated collection of over 14,000 items.

Following a £3.6million investment from Heritage Lottery Fund, the Museum has undergone a complete redevelopment and opened to the public in October 2021.

Book a slot to visit the Museum

Special exhibition: Music, Migration and Mobility

Visit the RCM Museum to explore the lives and legacies of émigré musicians who fled the Nazi regime and the ravages of war at the Music, Migration and Mobility  exhibition this spring! 

Book your ticket online or just turn up on the day.

Opening hours

Royal College of Music Museum

  • Tuesday–Friday: 10.15am–5.45pm (last entry 5.15pm)
  • Saturday–Sunday: 11am–6pm (last entry 5.30pm). During the weekend the Museum closes for lunch between 1pm and 2pm.
  • Closed on Mondays.

Ways to experience the Museum

Access

View access information for the RCM Museum

Museum Concerts and Events

Engage with our collection through a lively programme of concerts, events, tours and hands-on workshops for all ages.

Book a ticket to a concert

Guided tour

Enjoy a tour of the RCM Museum led by our knowledgeable team.

Book a guided tour

Group bookings (6+ people)

We would love to welcome your group of 6 or more people.

Group bookings (self-guided)

Please email museum.info@rcm.ac.uk.

Group bookings with a 30-minute guided tour

The Museum have a non-refundable fee of £5 per person and this includes a 30-45 minute guided tour. Please email museum.info@rcm.ac.uk.

Wolfson Centre in Music and Material Culture

The Wolfson Centre provides access to the Royal College of Music's collections for the purpose of research by RCM professors, students and external researchers. Visits are available by appointment.

Find out more about the Wolfson Centre

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Enjoy a walkthrough video of the RCM Museum

Enjoy a walkthrough video of the RCM Museum

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Contact the Museum

If you have any queries about the Royal College of Music Museum please feel free to get in contact with us.

RCM Museum

General enquiries

0207 591 4863

museum.info@rcm.ac.uk

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