About
The MCC Museum at Lord's showcases the history of cricket and the world-famous Lord's Cricket Ground. Housed within the iconic historic ground in St John's Wood, the museum presents an exceptional collection of cricket memorabilia, historic clothing, equipment, and documents spanning over 200 years.
Through interactive displays and immersive experiences, the museum tells the story of cricket's evolution as a sport and cultural phenomenon, featuring legendary players, significant moments, and the traditions that shaped the game.
A must-visit for cricket enthusiasts and sports history fans.
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Annual Visitors (2023)
145,000
Plan Your Visit
⏱️ Recommended Visit Duration
📅 Best Times to Visit
Quietest: Monday to Wednesday off-season
Busiest: Weekends, match days, school holidays
💡 Off-season weekday mornings (November-March) for shortest queues; summer for cricket-focused visitors
💡 Visitor Tips
- Allow at least 2 hours to explore the three floors of exhibitions thoroughly
- Book a combined ground tour and museum visit for the complete Lord's experience (£30)
- Visit during off-season (November-March) for quieter, more contemplative experience
- Audio guides provide excellent context, especially for non-cricket enthusiasts
- The Ashes Urn display is iconic—arrive early or visit during quiet times to see it properly
- Combine visit with exploring Regent's Park and St John's Wood neighborhood
Highlights
The Ashes Urn
The iconic Ashes Urn, symbol of cricket rivalry between England and Australia since 1882, housed in protective display with historical context
Historic Cricket Equipment
Evolution of cricket bats, balls, and equipment from the 18th century to modern era, showing technological and design innovations
Legendary Players Gallery
Personal memorabilia, photographs, and artifacts of cricket's greatest players—Grace, Bradman, Tendulkar, and modern stars
Lord's Ground History
Architectural models, photographs, and documents tracing Lord's development from 1787 to its status as cricket's 'Home'
Collections
The MCC Museum houses one of the world's most comprehensive cricket collections, with over 12,000 objects spanning more than 200 years of cricket history. Holdings include cricket bats and balls from historic matches, player kits and jerseys, photographs, scorecards, documents, and artwork. The collection emphasizes key moments in cricket history, legendary players, and the evolution of the game itself.
Particular strengths include the Ashes Urn, Victorian-era cricket equipment, and contemporary international memorabilia.
A Game for All: The History of Cricket
Chronological exhibition from cricket's origins through contemporary era, emphasizing social history alongside sporting achievement
📍 Ground and first floors
Lord's: Home of Cricket
History of Lord's Cricket Ground from 1787, including architectural evolution and significant matches
📍 Second floor
Themes
Time Periods
Current Exhibitions
// Check website for current exhibitions
Lord's regularly presents rotating exhibitions on cricket themes, often timed to international series