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RCM Museum

Explore the musical treasures of London’s newest Museum

The Royal College of Music Museum contains the earliest known guitar, the earliest stringed keyboard instrument and the most recognised portraits of Joseph Haydn and Farinelli. Learn about these and 56 other fascinating instruments specially chosen from the RCM’s designated collection of over 14,000 items.

Following a £3.6million investment from Heritage Lottery Fund, the Museum has undergone a complete redevelopment and opened to the public in October 2021.

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Temporary exhibition: Hidden Treasures of the RCM Collections

Discover unique treasures from the RCM Museum and Library collections. Featuring long unseen artworks, historic manuscripts, and unusual and ingenious musical instruments, this exhibition shares rarely seen objects and stories hand-picked from the thousands of objects and stories from the RCM's internationally outstanding collections.

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Ways to experience the Museum

Access

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RCM Chamber - Music in the Museum

Every Friday at 12.30pm, enjoy polished performances amongst a beautiful collection of historic artefacts and instruments.

Book a ticket to a concert

Guided tour

Enjoy a tour of the RCM Museum led by our knowledgeable team.

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Group bookings (6+ people)

We would love to welcome your group of 6 or more people.

Group bookings (self-guided)

Please email museum.info@rcm.ac.uk.

Group bookings with a 30-minute guided tour

The Museum have a non-refundable fee of £5 per person and this includes a 30-45 minute guided tour. Please email museum.info@rcm.ac.uk.

Wolfson Centre in Music and Material Culture

The Wolfson Centre provides access to the Royal College of Music's collections for the purpose of research by RCM professors, students and external researchers. Visits are available by appointment.

Find out more about the Wolfson Centre

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Enjoy a walkthrough video of the RCM Museum

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Opening hours

Royal College of Music Museum

Tuesday–Friday: 10.15am–5.45pm (last entry 5.15pm)
Saturday–Sunday: 11am–6pm (last entry 5.30pm). During the weekend the Museum closes for lunch between 1pm and 2pm.
Closed on Mondays.