Faraday Museum
The Royal Institution, 21 Albemarle Street, London W1

In the basement of the Royal Institution is this small museum which commemorates the scientific pioneer, Michael Faraday (1791 - 1867). 

Faraday is regarded as one of the greatest experimenter in the physical sciences and the 'father of electricity'.   Among his greatest discoveries were the principles behind the electric motor, the generator and the transformer. 

The Royal Institution, a centre for scientific research and education, was founded in 1799.  Faraday joined in 1813 and it was here that he conducted most of his work.  His laboratory of 1850, where he discovered Electromagnetism, has been reconstructed, using contemporary paintings, and is located in the same part of the building. 

Pieces of his original equipment, including a large electromagnet, a vacuum pump and jars of chemicals, are set around the room.  The museum traces Faraday's most important achievements, especially in the field of electromagnetism. 

There are also a number of Faraday's personal effects, including the medals he received in recognition of his work

Admission charge

Opening Times

Open: Mon-Fri 09:00-17:00, Tel: 020 7409 2992 before visit as the museum is often closed for filming.