The Jewish Museum London
Also known as: The Jewish Museum Incorporating the London Museum of Jewish Life
The Jewish Museum collects, preserves, interprets and exhibits material relating to Jewish history, culture and religious life. It draws on the Jewish experience as a focus for the exploration of identity in a multicultural society, actively engaging with the shared experiences represented in the diverse cultural heritage of London, Britain and the wider world.
Activities & Mission
The Jewish Museum collects, preserves, interprets and exhibits material relating to Jewish history, culture and religious life. It draws on the Jewish experience as a focus for the exploration of identity in a multicultural society, actively engaging with the shared experiences represented in the diverse cultural heritage of London, Britain and the wider world.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 99% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 65% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 73% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £847,721 | £4,235,331 | £4,210,745 | £2,574,876 | £2,497,299 | 10 / 22 |
| 2024 | £810,440 | £1,607,412 | £1,563,652 | £6,009,593 | £5,931,416 | 13 / 25 |
| 2023 | £1,025,357 | £1,460,698 | £1,403,615 | £6,806,565 | £6,734,740 | 16 / 81 |
| 2022 | £819,253 | £1,216,940 | £1,177,681 | £13,734,662 | £13,567,132 | 13 / 139 |
| 2021 | £898,468 | £1,220,953 | £1,199,533 | £14,132,350 | £139,638 | 12 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Jewish Museum London
What does The Jewish Museum London do?
The Jewish Museum collects, preserves, interprets and exhibits material relating to Jewish history, culture and religious life. It draws on the Jewish experience as a focus for the exploration of identity in a multicultural society, actively engaging with the shared experiences represented in the diverse cultural heritage of London, Britain and the wider world.
How much income did The Jewish Museum London report in 2025?
The Jewish Museum London reported total income of £848k and reported expenditure of £4.24m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Jewish Museum London?
The Jewish Museum London has a program ratio of 496.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 99% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Jewish Museum London registered as a charity?
The Jewish Museum London was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 March 1992 as charity number 1009819. It has been registered for 34 years.
Who runs The Jewish Museum London?
The Jewish Museum London is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nick Viner. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Jewish Museum London operate?
The Jewish Museum London operates in Camden, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Jewish Museum London a registered charity?
Yes — The Jewish Museum London is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1009819.
Details
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353-359 Finchley Road
NW3 6ET
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Also Known As
- The Jewish Museum Incorporating the London Museum of Jewish Life
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated