Imperial War Museum London

Imperial War Museum London was founded during the first world war to showcase the experiences people had to live with due to conflict throughout history. Furthermore, museum features many award winning galleries with a wide range of topics on display. These galleries include: First World War, Second World War, Holocaust, and many more!

First World War – This gallery features over 1300 objects that range from weapons and uniforms to diaries. Visitors can learn about the events that contributed to the start of the war and its impact across the world. Additionally, you are able to walk through recreation of a Trench and experience the sights and sounds of which a soldier would have.

Second World War – This gallery has over 1500 items on display from all types of people and some unique pieces such as the first piece of wreckage from Pearl Harbor to be displayed outside the US. Additionally, this exhibition won the 2022 ‘Museum and Heritage’ Permanent Exhibition of the year.

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Opening Times and Admission

The museum is open everyday between 10am and 6pm with the café closing at 5.30pm.
Furthermore, the museum is free entry and doesn’t require any booking.

Accessibility

• Two Blue Badge parking bays.
• Limited amount of manual wheelchairs can be borrowed free of charge.
• Seating available throughout the exhibitions.
• Lifts to all floors are wheelchair accessible.
• Sensory backpacks and ear defenders can be borrowed.
• Accessible toilets across 4 levels.
• Assistance dogs are welcome.

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