An individual in historical costume examines a portrait of an individual displayed in a golden frame.

Visitors examining a display of collectibles at an optical museum. The room is filled with various artifacts showcased in glass cases and on the walls.

Person demonstrating the use of a historical optical equipment to a visitor at a museum exhibit.

A person stood in a room admiring walls covered in neatly arranged framed artworks, next to a window allowing natural light inside.

From spectacles dating back to the 1500s to an admiral in full costume, history came alive for 370 visitors at our newly renovated #BritishOpticalAssociationMuseum during the #OpenHouseFestival2025 #HeritageOpenDays event.

Find out more and book a tour ➡️ https://coptom.uk/3JXIE6K

Dr Neil Handley and visitor people having a conversation in a museum filled with display items, one person is gesturing with their hand while smiling.

A pair of colorful, bejeweled glasses in focus on a table with blurred objects and shimmering lights in the background.

Display of various opera glasses and binoculars, alongside decorative items and a mannequin head wearing glasses.

The #OpenHouseLondon and #HeritageOpenDay event is happening this Sunday, 14 September, from 12 noon.

Join us at the #BritishOpticalAssociationMuseum at @CollegeOptomUK to explore eyewear through the ages, free of charge.

📸 Catch a glimpse in our gallery ➡️ https://coptom.uk/3KgW3qk

Three people browsing items in a glass display case in a museum. The shelves are stocked with various small objects.

View of The College of Optometrists' building. It is a curved, traditional brick building with white accents, located on a quiet street in London. The architecture features rows of windows and classic black railings.

Visit the #BritishOpticalAssociationMuseum at @CollegeOptomUK during the 2025 Open House London & Heritage Open Day events!

📅 14 Sept 2025, 12–5pm
📍 Craven Street, London
🎟 Free entry, no booking required

Find out more ➡️ https://coptom.uk/4mitB5I