The Monument Micro Museum, commissioned by Eastern City BID, tells the story of the Great Fire through a 3D map of old London, brought to life with bespoke lighting and audio.
At just 4 square metres internally, the Micro Museum is small by name and small by nature, but makes the most of its distinctive location in the middle of Monument Square. The unique building, located directly beside The Monument itself, was in-part a former public toilet.
The museum is the first dedicated to telling the story of the Great Fire of London, offering visitors a new way to understand the event that destroyed much of the City and shaped the London that followed. Alongside a looping 5 minute audio/visual experience, it also features new displays around the building’s entire external walls, extending the museum experience beyond its tiny interior.
With the Great Fire forming part of the National Curriculum, the museum is designed to appeal to school groups as well as the millions of people who visit the City each year. As a free attraction open daily to the public, the museum is expected to welcome over 200,000 visitors a year.
