Baden-Powell House

This small museum tells the story of Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of the Scout and Guides movements, from his childhood, through his army career, to his death in 1941, by which time Scouts and Guides had gained an enormous following that continues to this day.

The museum traces the development of Baden-Powell's creation from its humble beginnings on Brownsea Island, Dorset, to its present worldwide status. There is a video wall, with a continuous film showing highlights of Baden-Powell's life.

The museum was openined in 1962 by Queen Elizabeth, and since that time has welcomed millions of visitors, many of them members of the Scouts and Guides. The building that houses the museum functions as a budget hostel, welcoming both Scout and Guide members but also open to the general public.

The location of Baden-Powell House is hard to match - it is situated opposite the Natural History Museum, and near the other major South Kensington museums.

Admission
Free entry, open daily.

Location
Baden-Powell House
65-67 Queen's Gate
South Kensington
SW7 5JS
Telephone:+44 (0)20 7584 7031
website
Gloucester Road
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