.cls-1{fill:#fff;}Asset 1 About the collections Explore the Collections Anthropology Natural History Musical Instruments Archives Handling Living About the collections There are around 350,000 objects in the collections. Find out more about how we look after them and how you can access them. The collections are looked after and conserved by for research, study and exhibition. In these pages you can learn more about where the majority of our collections are kept, how they are cared for, and how you can access them, whether as a loan, a visit to the stores or by requesting imagery. Our collections on other websites Our collections have been featured on other websites, including: Just under 4,000 objects relating to food and drink are listed on Europeana 151 objects, mainly from our musical instrument collection and institutional archive, are listed on Exploring 20th Century London Original factory records of production and sales of Wheatstone & Co. concertinas on www.horniman.info 200 oil paintings are featured on the website ArtUK 3 musical instruments from our collection are featured in the Museum of London’s mobile phone app Soundtrack to London 71 objects are listed in an online database Japanese Buddhist Objects in European Collections Art Fund list a number of objects which we acquired with their support Images and media use We are able to supply images of objects in collections and are keen to support research. Find out more Study Collection Stores The Study Collections Centre is the Horniman’s offsite storage facility which houses the majority of the Museum’s collections. Find out more Conservation The Collections Conservation and Care team sets the standards and guidelines for the preservation of the collections whether on display, in storage or on loan. Find out more Loans We loan objects from our collections to museums and galleries in the UK and around the world. Find out about how you could loan an object from the Horniman. Find out more About the Horniman The Horniman connects us all with global cultures and the natural environment, encouraging us to shape a positive future for the world we all share. People Plans, policies and reporting Opportunities Volunteering Jobs Contact us Horniman Museum & Gardens 100 London Road, Forest Hill London SE23 3PQ 020 8699 1872 enquiry@horniman.ac.uk Support the Horniman today The Horniman is a charity. Help us make a difference to people’s lives for generations to come. Press and media Terms and conditions Privacy Notice Cookie policy Access Join our mailing list Donate today Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube Pinterest Company Registration Number: 02456393 - Charity Registration Number: 802725 - Charity registered in England and Wales Designed and built by Cog COOKIES We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. If you accept "Essential Cookies only" some elements, like videos and maps by third parties, may not work. You can visit Customise Your Preferences to customise your cookie consent. Read our Cookie Policy. Customise your preferences Accept Essential Cookies Accept all Cookies