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A note about Achim Borchardt-Hume

It is with profound sadness that we share news of the death of Achim Borchardt-Hume, one of the Migration Museum’s longest standing and most committed Distinguished Friends. Read more

Calling all Lewisham artists and designers: Design our ‘Migrant Makers Market’

PLEASE NOTE: THE ENTRY DEADLINE FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY HAS NOW PASSED. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO SUBMITTED ENTRIES. We have an opportunity for Lewisham artists and designers to design our ‘Migrant Makers Market’ in 2022. The ‘Migrant Makers Market’ will be a cause-led concept store and makerspace launching in… Read more

Departures: 400 Years of Emigration from Britain – Partner Stories

Departures: 400 Years of Emigration from Britain – Partner Stories is a national series to accompany the Migration Museum’s Departures exhibition and podcast series. British emigration is one of the largest mass movements of people in modern history – and emigration stories resonate across the UK. We’ve partnered with museums and galleries across the country… Read more

The Walk – Lewisham welcomes Little Amal

The Migration Museum was part of the welcome for Little Amal, a giant puppet of a Syrian refugee, to Lewisham on Friday 22 October 2021. Read more

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Have your say: take our survey and help shape the future of the Migration Museum

Have your say: take our survey and help shape the future of the Migration Museum. Read more
Migration Museum secures permanent home in the City of London

After a 10-year journey, the Migration Museum is delighted to announce that it has been given the green light for a permanent home in the City of London. Read more
Migration Museum wins Best Shop and Rising Star awards at the Cultural Enterprises Awards 2024

The Migration Museum’s shop has won two more awards at this year’s Cultural Enterprises Awards. Our Migrant Makers Market, which champions products made by migrant-led brands and creatives, was awarded Best Shop, while our Retail Manager Katy Clinch brought home the Rising Star award. Read more
Migrant Makers Market wins People’s Choice Awards at the Cultural Enterprises Awards 2023

We’re thrilled to have won the People’s Choice award at the Cultural Enterprises Awards 2023 for our Migrant Makers Market, our concept store and makerspace providing a platform for a unique range of amazing products made by migrant-led businesses and creators. Read more
Heart of the Nation shortlisted for Museums + Heritage Awards Temporary or Touring Exhibition of the Year

Our Heart of the Nation: Migration and the Making of the NHS exhibition has been shortlisted for the Museums + Heritage Awards Temporary or Touring Exhibition of the Year. Read more
Young Creatives Club at the Migration Museum

Join the Migration Museum this summer from 24–28 July for a week-long creative programme. Develop your creative skills in response to the theme: ‘Who is a Migrant?’ Open to all young people in Lewisham ages 14-18. All abilities and skills welcome. Read more
Artist Call Out for Inside/Outside and All In Between – a community curated exhibition in Lewisham

Are you an artist passionate about delving into the complexities of the migrant experience? We invite you to participate in our upcoming exhibition centred around the theme of Inside/Outside and All In Between. Application deadline: 31 May 2024 Read more
In memory of George Alagiah OBE

We are heartbroken that our trustee George Alagiah OBE has passed away. George was a passionate supporter, a remarkable trustee and a true friend and champion. Read more
We’re Hiring: Freelance Engagement Lead – Leeds

The Migration Museum is seeking a Freelance Engagement Lead to oversee our touring exhibition Heart of the Nation: Migration and the Making of the NHS in Trinity Leeds Shopping Centre from November 2023 until February 2024. This is an outstanding opportunity for a creative, self-directed and organised person who is passionate about delivering an important and timely exhibition for diverse audiences. Deadline: 8 October 2023. Read more
Migration Museum awarded Museum of Sanctuary status

The Migration Museum has been awarded Museum of Sanctuary status in recognition of our work in championing stories of people on the move and putting people with lived experience of seeking sanctuary at the heart of our work. Read more