London Group Handel Hendrix House Talk and Tour

Thursday 5 March 6.30-8pm

Numbers 25 and 23 Brook Street, home respectively to the great composer G.F. Handel and rock legend Jimi Hendrix, re-opened as Handel Hendrix House in May 2023 following an 18-month restoration project. The façade of Handel’s house was partially rebuilt, and the homes of these great musicians evocatively re-created. Handsome 18th-century rooms are filled with furniture and art representative of that which Handel owned and, in contrast, Hendrix’s 1960s bedroom is meticulously re-made, right down to the ash trays. Home to regular concerts and live performances, the spirit of both musicians feels very much alive in the museum. The project was Highly Commended at the Georgian Group Awards and won the RIBA London Conservation Prize 2025.

Join Project Architect Helena Tunbridge of Peregrine Bryant Architects and Handel Hendrix House Director Simon Daniels to hear about the project and explore the museum.

You will need

Sensible shoes are advised as this is a historic building with some uneven floors.

How to get there

Address will be sent with confirmation.

The nearest tube is Bond Street.
There is no parking at the museum.

Accessibility

Handel Hendrix House is made up of two residences: Handel’s house at 25 Brook Street and Hendrix’s flat at the top floor of 23 Brook Street. The lift is currently out of service so this event would not be suitable for those who find stairs difficult. There are some uneven floors.  

Anything we can do to make this event more accessible for you? Please email membership@spab.org.uk.

Partners

Handel Hendrix House
Peregrine Bryant Architects

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Photo credit: Photo supplied by Handel Hendrix House with their permission to use for this event.