The Old Operating Theatre Museum and Herb Garret offers amazing insights into the history of healthcare, revealing the evolution of surgery and medicine in London.
The female operating theatre, now part of the museum, was a significant addition to London's medical history, operating in the 1800s when women faced unique challenges.
The attic also served as the Herb Garret, a precursor to modern pharmacies, illustrating the historical intertwining of surgery and herbal medicine.
Raymond Russell's exploration led to the rediscovery of the Old Operating Theatre, transforming a forgotten space into a captivating museum, requiring extensive restoration for its public opening.
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