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The Musical Museum

A Brentford museum of self-playing instruments, with a Wurlitzer theatre organ, player pianos and orchestrions, brought to life on guided tours with live demonstrations.

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  • Price: ££ · Mid-range
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The Musical Museum, a Brentford museum
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Did you know

Its Korg Gallery lets visitors play vintage synthesisers, including a rare wall-mounted Korg MS-20.

Local tip

Open Friday to Sunday, 10am-4pm, with guided tours at 10.30am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm (subject to guide availability). Adult tickets were £15 (concession £12, child £5), bought at reception on the day.

Finding it

Address
399 High Street, Brentford, London TW8 0DU
Nearest station
Kew Bridge (National Rail), 495 m away

Details change, so check with the place before you set off.

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