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Ebenezer Howard, founder of Letchworth Garden City, had a vision that would end the poverty and slum conditions suffered by so many in the late Victorian era. Howard dreamed of ‘Garden Cities’ – a combination of the best elements of town and country, and a place where the profits from the town would be used to benefit ordinary townspeople.

"Sirens, Silk and Spitfires"
Letchworth Garden City and the Second World War
Click here to access the online exhibition

' Human society and the beauty of nature are meant to be
enjoyed together ’

Ebenezer Howard, ‘Garden Cities of Tomorrow’, 1902

The First Garden City Heritage Museum tells the story of the Garden City Movement from its origins to the present day. It is housed in a beautiful and unique building designed in 1907 by the architect Barry Parker. You can visit Barry Parker’s office, filled with hand-made Arts and Crafts furniture and enjoy the temporary exhibitions programme, which explores the social history of Letchworth Garden City.

Exhibitions Programme

20 June to 31 August
‘Garden’ City

Where town and country meet - discover the unique story of Letchworth’s Gardens and Open Spaces, from backyards to Broadway Gardens and much more.

Above: John F Kennedy Gardens, c1970s.

For further information or to be added to the mailing list please call 01462 482710 or email fgchm@letchworth.com

School and group visits can be catered for, and talks are available. Look at our dedicated Schools leafet here for more information. Please book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Contact Details

First Garden City Heritage Museum
296 Norton Way South
Letchworth Garden City
Hertfordshire
SG6 1SU

Tel:
Fax:
Email:

01462 482710
01462 486056
fgchm@letchworth.com

Opening Hours

Open:
Monday to Saturday, 10am - 5pm

Closed:
Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

Forthcoming Events

‘Garden’ City - An illustrated talk Tuesday 7 July, 7.30pm
Plinston Hall

Enjoy an insight into our ‘Garden’ City exhibition. Presented by collections expert Vicky Rawlings. Tickets £3 each, available at the museum.

Teddy Bears Picnic
Saturday 25 July, 11pm to 4pm

Pack a picnic and teddy for lunch in our beautiful garden, with stories and games. Perfect for over four’s. Includes free face painting.

Green Balloon Club Fun
Wednesday 29 July
1pm to 4pm

50s and 60s Festival
Sat 1 & Sun 2 August

Summer Fun Day
Saturday 15 August
11am to 4pm

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Admission Charges

Residents: 50p
Non-Residents:£1.00
Students: 50p
Under 16’s: FREE
Sorry, no unaccompanied
children under 13

Parking

Public car parks at Hillshott and Gernon Road are both within 5 minutes walk of the museum.