Alexander Fleming Laboratory Museum
In a small laboratory in St Mary's Hospital, Paddington, medical
scientist Alexander Fleming made history on September 3, 1928, with
his discovery of penicillin. Once described by the Times newspaper
as one of London's best kept secrets, this small museum is dedicated
to celebrating Fleming's pioneering work and the effect of penicillin
on our world.
The museum opened in 1993, after extensive work to restore the cramped
laboratory quarters to the way they must have looked to Fleming himself.
Displays show what life was like before Fleming's discovery, trace
the development of penicillin and the history of antibiotics, as well
as the life of Fleming.
Accessibility
The number of stairs make access for wheelchairs impossible.
Admission
There is a small admission charge. Visits should be arranged by contacting
the museum Curator at the address below. Guided group tours are available
by prior arrangement
Location
St Mary's Hospital
Praed Street
London
W2 INY
Telephone: 020 7886 6528
website
Paddington
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