Book a London Museum for your next event

There are numerous museums in London that cater to all tastes and interests, from the traditional to the modern and unusual, attracting visitors worldwide.

With a history dating back over two thousand years, London is home to some of the greatest museums in the world, famous for housing specialist collections. Even some of the museum buildings are architecturally unique inside and out.

You may not realise that many of these London museums can be hired for corporate events. They offer event spaces within their exhibitions and galleries, and a few also offer dedicated meeting spaces and lecture theatres.

Most museums are designed to welcome many visitors, making them ideal for hosting conferences or events. They have accredited suppliers and caterers on board and can recommend entertainment and activities that can take place within the venue. Additionally, they may offer museum experiences, such as tours or talks, to enhance a corporate event.

♦ Choose the Right Museum: Select the London museum that aligns with your event’s theme or purpose. Consider factors such as the museum’s size, the available event spaces, and the exhibits or collections that may complement your event.

♦ Rules & Regulations: If you use a museum space for any corporate event, you will probably have to adhere to a long list of strict rules. Museums house delicate and precious items that need to be protected, so restrictions may be in place, which could impact your event.

♦ Visit the Museum: If possible, schedule a site visit to see the event spaces in person. This will give you a better sense of the layout, ambience, and logistical considerations for your event.

♦ Event Brief: Consider your event requirements, including the expected number of guests, catering needs, audiovisual equipment, and any special requests. The more details you can provide, the more feasible venues will be and the more you can plan accordingly.

♦ Dressing and branding the venue: It may not be as easy to customise or personalise an event space within a museum, as much as you would like to. However, the aesthetics, interior design and museum exhibits can play to your advantage when choosing a venue. Choose a museum whose atmosphere matches the theme of your event.

♦ Catering: Some museums may not allow food or drink in their galleries to preserve the artefacts on display. You should establish this in the first instance before proceeding, as this may result in the venue not being suitable.

♦ Entertainment: Again, the options for this may be limited. If entertainment is important, check with the museum first.

♦ Promoting Your Event: Use the museum’s reputation and marketing channels to promote your event. Use social media, email newsletters, and other promotional avenues to reach your target audience and generate interest.

♦ Coordinate Logistics: In the weeks leading up to your event, work closely with the museum staff to coordinate logistics, finalise any last-minute details, and ensure everything is in place for a successful event.

You will find a variety of excellent museums to hire for corporate events all over the greater London area. Looking for something a little different?

  Here are our top picks of some lesser known London Museums, that you may not be aware of:

The Foundling Museum tells the poignant story of The Foundling Hospital, London’s first home for abandoned children, established in 1739 by Thomas Coram. Located in Brunswick Square, it is a 10-minute walk from King’s Cross St Pancras and 4 minutes from Russell Square.

This museum in London provides various spaces for corporate events. You can choose between the Creative Studio, a bright contemporary space designed by award-winning architecture practice Jestico & Whiles, or the Study Studio, a multipurpose space featuring a thought-provoking mural by poet Lemn Sissay. Both spaces come equipped with AV equipment, including a 72-inch TV, projector, screen, and WiFi.

Alternatively, the Museum and its elegant historic rooms are available for exclusive hire, seating up to 100 for evening lectures and conferences. These spaces make great options for larger functions and for clients with premium space requirements. Conference delegates always enjoy complimentary access to the Museum’s exhibitions and collections, and they offer a range of interesting tours and talks.

The Design Museum in Kensington is the world’s leading museum devoted to architecture and design.

Situated on Kensington High Street with beautiful views over Holland Park, the Design Museum offers unparalleled event spaces for entertaining within a stunningly refurbished 1960s building.

One of the most important modern buildings in London, this stunningly refurbished venue, which was remodelled by John Pawson, is available for meetings, conferences, screenings, award ceremonies, dinners, drinks receptions, and product launches. They have the capacity for dining across multiple levels for up to 450 seated or 750 guests for standing receptions, with smaller event spaces ideal to accommodate day meetings, private lunches, or training sessions.

Why not combine your event with an exhibition visit or a guided tour?. You can have exclusive access for groups to one of the many exhibits or host a truly unique experience by booking one of their expert guides to talk your guests around the exhibitions. This could be a great way to add some extra value to your event.

The Brunel Museum is a Grade II-listed structure located in the London Borough of Southwark. It celebrates the building of the Thames Tunnel, the first tunnel under a navigable river in the World.
The Museum displays are housed within the engine house, a Scheduled Ancient Monument. The adjacent 15-metre deep tunnel shaft is Grade II listed and is available for all types of events.
The rooftop garden is also incorporated into all daytime corporate events. The botanical rooftop garden sits on top of the Brunel Tunnel Grand Entrance Hall. It is ideal for welcome drinks and gathering around the centralised firepit later in the evening.

There are many other smaller, quirkier London museums, such as the Postal Museum, Twist Museum, Cartoon Museum, Guards Museum & Brands Museum. And of course, not forgetting some of the world-famous, well-known museums, such as the National History Museum, Science Museum, London Transport Museum, and the Greenwich Maritime Museum, which are also available to book for all types of corporate events.

Hosting an event at a museum in London is a fantastic way to give your guests an unforgettable experience.

You can enjoy the unique and inspiring setting of the museum, surrounded by art, culture and history. If you’re looking to add an extra touch of class to your upcoming corporate event, consider one of the many London museums we work with. We’ve listed a few above, but we know of many more! So why wait?

Contact us today for more information and give your guests an experience they’ll never forget!