The unique and fascinating story of an ancient religious military Order, from its origins caring for sick pilgrims in eleventh century Jerusalem, through to its modern-day role with St John Ambulance, the international first aid charity.
The symbol of the Order, a white eight-pointed cross on a black background, is an international symbol of first aid. It is known as the logo of St John Ambulance, emblazoned on the sides of ambulances and on the uniforms of its highly trained volunteers. However, the eight-pointed cross was also worn on the robes of those first Brother Knights in the hospital in Jerusalem, and it has remained unaltered through the centuries, as an enduring emblem of humanitarian care, and of a charity that dates back almost 1000 years.
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Listing Details
- Address: St Johns Gate, St John St, Clerkenwell, London EC1M 4DA
- Phone: 020 7324 4005
- Website: http://www.museumstjohn.org.uk
- Email: hannah.agass@sja.org.uk
- Get there by bus: 63, 55, 243
- Get there by tube/train: Thameslink, Circle, Hammersmith, Metropolitan line
- Wheelchair access: Yes
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Additional information:
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the Museum buildings are as accessible as possible, due to limitations resulting from their Grade I Listed status, some parts of the building are not accessible for physically disabled visitors.
The main Museum galleries are fully accessible for disabled visitors and are on one level.
However, the historic rooms on the upper floors are not accessible in a wheelchair.
For access to the Church, wheelchair users are asked to call in advance of their visit so that we can ensure that a member of staff is available to facilitate access to all areas of the Church site except for the Crypt.
The main Museum includes a virtual tour on film, which shows all the upper floor areas of the Museum that are seen on public tours.
Large print guides for each gallery are available.
The Museum is equipped with a First Aid room, and with baby changing facilities.
Opening Times
- Monday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Friday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday Closed
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