The Bethlem Museum of the Mind records the lives and experience and celebrates the achievements of people with mental health problems.
Our aim is to make our collections more accessible, and to provide accurate information to help in their interpretation.
Museum of the Mind was formally opened by artist Grayson Perry in March 2015. The museum cares for an internationally renowned collection of archives, art and historic objects, which together offer an unparalleled resource to support the history of mental healthcare and treatment.
Bethlem Museum of the Mind is governed by a registered charity, the Bethlem Art and History Collections
Bethlem Museum of the Mind is a museum focusing on the history of Bethlem Royal Hospital, its programme of care, and its patients.
ACCESS FACILITIES AND RESOURCES
ACCESSIBLE TOILETS
There is one accessible unisex toilet located in ground floor.
GUIDE DOGS AND THERAPY PETS
Guide dogs and therapy pets are permitted in all areas of the museum and gallery.
INDUCTION LOOPS
The museum’s permanent loop is available in the reception area and in the Wolfson Room. Please turn your hearing aid to the T symbol. Or ask a member of staff for further assistance.
LIFT
Our lift provides access to the second floor and opens into the temporary exhibition space. If you require assistance please ask a member of staff who would be happy to help.
EMERGENCY EVACUATION
If you have particular needs in the event of emergency evacuation, please inform the Reception on arrival.
ACCESS RESOURCES
LARGE PRINT
Large print versions of captions in the temporary exhibition space are available. Please ask at the Reception if you need further assistance.
MAPS
Museum maps are available from the Reception.
