Museum of Croydon at Croydon Clocktower

Welcome to the Museum of Croydon, and to the fascinating history of Croydon.

By following the links on this page, you can find out how to visit the Museum of Croydon, see what's on and explore our collections online.

To find out our opening times, where we are and how to get here, follow the 'Visit Us' link at the top of every page. Scroll down the page to find out what's on.

Whether you're visiting on your own, or looking to spend time with family and friends, the Museum of Croydon is a great place to discover the history of Croydon.

We hope you enjoy your visit.
1800 - 1899 Gallery at the Museum of Croydon

What's On

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Find out about upcoming events at the Museum of Croydon.... show more text of article What's On

Learning

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Information about Learning at the Museum of Croydon... show more text of article Learning

Explore Online

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This website has been designed to help you find out more about our collections, events and services.

As always the best way to discover things is to start exploring.... show more text of article Explore Online

Dragon Tales
A free exhibition for young children and their grown-ups

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A playful dragon-themed exhibition featuring stunning loans from the British Museum... show more text of article Dragon Tales<br />A free exhibition for young children and their grown-ups

Croydon NOW Exhibitions

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Find out more about our latest Croydon Now Exhibition: 'Moving Stories'... ... show more text of article Croydon NOW Exhibitions

Riesco Gallery

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See an amazing collection of Chinese pottery and porcelain dating from 2,500BC, in the Riesco Gallery.... show more text of article Riesco Gallery

Join In - Volunteering opportunities at the Museum of Croydon

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Find out about volunteer opportunities with Croydon museum & archives service... show more text of article Join In - Volunteering opportunities at the Museum of Croydon

Croydon Art Collection

Detail of High Street, Croydon, 1926 by E. A. Phipson

Find out about this important borough collection...... show more text of article Croydon Art Collection

Oral History Collection

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Around 500 full interviews with people who have lived, loved and worked in Croydon. Their voices tell of major events and personal experiences. Do you want to know what life in Croydon was like in the past? Listen to the people who know!... show more text of article Oral History Collection