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Handel & Hendrix in London
History Museum and Historic and Protected Site
Mayfair, London
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"... in 1759, where he composed 'Messiah', 'Music for the Royal Fireworks'..."(3 Tips)
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- Time Out LondonMarch 27, 2012The house that was Handel's home between 1723 and his death in 1759 is now a museum devoted to the composer's life. Weekly late opening is until 8pm on Thursdays, with concerts from 6.30 to 7.30pm. Read more
GinaAugust 9, 2021A great small museum focusing on its 2 famous inhabitants across a wall and 200 years. Nicely done and about to be closed from September 2021 for a major renovation until 2023.- Morgans Hotel GroupAugust 13, 2012Handel's home between 1723 & his death in 1759, where he composed 'Messiah', 'Music for the Royal Fireworks' s now a museum devoted to his life & work, presented in the context of the London he knew.
HISTORY UKFebruary 10, 2011Handel lived at no.25 between 1723 and his death in 1756, and composed his Messiah and Zadok the Priest among many other works here. The interior is now a faithful recreation from this period.
Carl GriffinDecember 28, 2015Handel's residence for the last 36 years. He wrote Messiah here. Interestingly Jimi Hendrix lived next door a couple of centuries later.- Time Out LondonMarch 27, 2012Seemingly removed from the modern world, Handel House offers much to soothe and inspire for lovers of Georgian architecture, interiors and portrait painting. Read more
Hosang YuMarch 21, 2014The place surround here us so intriguing! Doubt that museum worth the price though.
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In a single street in London, separated by a wall, are the homes of two of history’s most significant musical artists.
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