London - Horniman Museum & Gardens

Frederick J. Horniman had many interests, particularly musical instruments and animals, and at the turn of the century he made his extensive collections available to the public. The "Music Room" includes a considerable number of wind and stringed instruments, as well as drums, rattles and other items of the percussion family. Comprehensive documentation and interactive video screens give insight into the history of music and the development of instrument making. Another feature of the museum provides a survey of the animal kingdom. A recent addition is a very interesting section about life-forms in water. The art nouveau building and gardens are worth a visit in their own right.

It was designed by Charles Harrison