"The museum was founded in 1901 by Frederick John Horniman, who inherited a tea business that became the world's largest, allowing him to collect 30,000 items."
"The Horniman Museum opened on June 29, 1901, on 15 acres of land donated by FJ Horniman MP, who also invested £40,000 to build the museum."
"The 125th anniversary party will take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 12pm to 5pm, featuring a garden fete and free entry."
Horniman Museum, founded in 1901 by Frederick John Horniman, is celebrating its 125th anniversary. The museum opened on June 29, 1901, with a collection of 30,000 items. Initially, it welcomed 165,234 visitors in its first five months and now averages around 820,000 annually. The anniversary party will be held on June 27, 2026, from 12pm to 5pm, featuring a garden fete. The museum is located a short walk from Forest Hill station on the London Overground's Windrush line.
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