Kingston Museum, Art Gallery and Library

Both the library and the museum were designed by architect Alfred Cox and opened in 1903 and 1904 respectively. Taken together they form a good early 20th century example of a public library, museum and art gallery complex surviving in continuous use.

During normal opening hours you are welcome to visit the buildings at your leisure, including the art gallery where the current exhibition, San Francisco in Kingston is on display. Marking the 120th anniversary of Kingston-born photographer Eadweard Muybridge’s death, the exhibition presents a magnificent panorama of San Francisco that Muybridge photographed in 1878.
In the Art Gallery see the Knit Wits exhibition - "Knit Wits: Haus of SIBLING" is a free archive fashion exhibition at Kingston Museum running from June 12 to September 26, 2026. It showcases iconic SIBLING knitwear inspired by Saturday night club culture and rituals.

Especially for the festival local tour guide Julian McCarthy will host two guided tours of the museum, bringing his own quirky view of the building and Kingston's history.

Timings

Saturday 12 September:

Open 10.00-17.00, Tours at 11.30 & 14.00

Location & directions

Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, Fairfield Road, Kingston upon Thames, Greater London, KT1 2PS

Contact on day:

Kingston Museum

Telephone number:

+442085476440

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Access to Art Gallery by stairs or lift. Wheelchair lift to Muybridge Gallery does not take powered wheelchairs or mobility scooters.

Additional information

No onsite parking. Nearest car park is Ashdown Road

Max number of people:

20

Estimated duration:

1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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