Church Farmhouse Museum Prepares To Close

Hendon’s tiny but worthy Church Farmhouse Museum will now definitely close, probably at the end of the month, according to a statement on the museum’s web site. Despite low operating costs, Hendon Council have withdrawn funding, forcing the museum’s closure.

The 17th Century building contains a short series of rooms kitted out to show life 200 years ago, as well as a sizeable garden and programme of temporary exhibitions. The current, and final, exhibition explores the London Underground map designed by Harry Beck.

Next weekend is probably your last chance to see this local gem (and the excellent Harry Beck exhibition).

The building’s future is now unclear. However, the museum’s web site suggests that a local archaeology organisation may take the space for exhibitions and courses.

  • Anonymous

    Unbelievable. So much to see there, like the old kitchen. I got some photos last year. http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=Church+Farmhouse+Museum&w=49503078599%40N01&ss=2

  • Hannah

    I’ve been going to Church Farmhouse Museum since I was a little girl. Now I have a little daughter, we loved going to CFM together. Went there last week to say our goodbyes. Shame on Barnet Council, yet again.

  • Demi1991

    Has the Church Farm House Museum now closed? I would like to make one last trip back.I used to live in the area when I was younger. we used to love riding our bikes to the Museum, parking them round the back and walking around the exhibits. Especially the changable ones upstairs. Never knew Dracula visited Hendon until I read about it there!!!!!!!!”!!!!!!!
    Have often taken trips back when my children were growing up. Even though we now live in Bucks, it was well worth the trip.
    IT WILL BE SADLY MISSED

  • Georginab

    what will happen to all the toys?