George Müller Museum

About the museum

The George Müller Museum tells the story of George Müller, who cared for thousands of orphaned children in Victorian Bristol, and of the roughly 17,500 children who lived in the Ashley Down Orphan Homes from the early Victorian period until the 1950s. The museum is run by the George Müller Charitable Trust, which works under the name Müllers and continues to support vulnerable children today.

It is housed in Loft House on College Road, one of the original orphanage buildings at Ashley Down. The displays use original artefacts and records, interactive exhibits and family activities. The collection includes George Müller's Bible and more than 17,500 orphan records.

A burst pipe in a flat above the Trust's offices flooded part of the building. The historic items were not damaged, but the museum has been closed to visitors until further notice while repairs are carried out. School groups can still book free lessons delivered at their own school.

Highlights

• Story of George Müller and the Ashley Down Orphan Homes
• George Müller's Bible
• More than 17,500 original orphan records
• Interactive displays, trail booklet and craft table for families
• Free lessons for schools, at the museum or in the classroom

Permanent exhibition

• George Müller and the Ashley Down Orphan Homes – Displays on the life of George Müller and the daily lives of the children in the orphanages, with original artefacts, records and interactive elements.

Founded

2019

Operated by

The George Müller Charitable Trust

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

Admission is free.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The museum is on one floor and is described as fully accessible, including for wheelchairs and buggies. Seating is available throughout. Visitors who need a quieter visit can call ahead so that large group bookings can be avoided.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
• Hands-on stations
• Stroller-friendly
• Baby changing facilities

The museum describes itself as suitable for all ages and child-friendly. Families can use interactive displays, games, a craft table, a toy trolley and a trail booklet. Baby changing facilities are available and breastfeeding is welcome. There is no outdoor play equipment, but a play park is around the corner. Family events are listed on the events page.

Getting there & parking

The entrance is marked by a purple sign about three-quarters of the way up College Road; ring the bell. Bike racks are in a courtyard halfway up College Road, with room for cargo bikes. Groups arriving by train can arrange to be met at the station.

Amenities & dining

• Café: not available

There is no café on site; coffee shops are about 5 minutes away and more cafés are on Gloucester Road, about 10 minutes away.

Events & venue rental

The museum is closed until further notice; no reopening date has been announced.

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