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London Museum

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The London Museum is the reborn Museum of London, relocating into the long-derelict General Market and Poultry Market buildings at Smithfield in the City of London.

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The story so far
Announced 2024Museum of London rebrands as the London Museum and confirms the restored Victorian General Market at West Smithfield as its new home
londonmuseum.org.uk
Opening date set for 28 November 2026 Jun 18, 2026the London Museum confirmed the public opening of its £437m Smithfield home in the restored Victorian General Market, billed by the museum as the biggest cultural reimagining in Europe
museumsassociation.org
Opening date set Jun 23, 2026London Museum confirmed 28 November 2026 for the General Market building, with the 1960s Poultry Market phase holding temporary exhibitions, stores and the learning centre following in 2028
londonmuseum.org.uk
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Expected opening Nov 28, 2026
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About the project

The London Museum is the reborn Museum of London, relocating into the long-derelict General Market and Poultry Market buildings at Smithfield in the City of London. Designed by Stanton Williams and Asif Khan with conservation architect Julian Harrap, the project restores Sir Horace Jones's Victorian market halls and threads galleries around a live, working Thameslink rail line visible through a six-metre window. Delivered in partnership by the City of London Corporation and the Mayor of London, it is set to be one of the largest new museums in the world.

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Where is London Museum located?

London Museum is located in London.

When will London Museum open?

London Museum is opening soon, with completion expected on November 28, 2026.

Who is developing London Museum?

London Museum is the developer behind London Museum.

Who designed London Museum?

London Museum was designed by Stanton Williams & More.