The Museum of the Order of St John

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.

What our visitors say

  • "I absolutely loved it. Such an interesting topic and so well presented. One of my favourite museum experiences ever."
  • "What a gem of a museum! Thank you for an interesting and enlightening visit."
  • "The receptionist is one of the most cheerful and friendly people I've ever met!"

News and events

  • View of the interior of the Priory Church of the Order of St John The Priory Church of the Order of St John. Photography by Shaun Le Gassick
  • View of the interior of the Crypt of the Priory Church of the Order of St John The Crypt. Photography by Shaun Le Gassick
  • View of the Link Gallery of the Museum of the Order of St John The Link Gallery. © MOSJ
  • ALT= The Cloister Garden. © MOSJ
  • ALT= The Chapter Hall. © MOSJ

Blog

Anatomical model of a male figure showing structure of the body including organs and major blood vessels, with replica skin of the face placed next to the model Anatomical model
Collection Highlights

Secrets from the Stores: Anatomical Model

Posted 6 July 2023
Museum of the Order of St John Immie Meade, Collections Inventory Assistant

Today, Collections Inventory Assistant, Immie unveils more secrets from the stores! Read more

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Uncategorized

Posted 8 June 2023
Museum of the Order of St John

Archivist Sophie Denman shares a glimpse into some of the work within the St John Archive, as this week, we have started the first phase of a mammoth project to completely repackage and update the catalogue entries for the Archive's collection of... Read more

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Nurses, 10 Minute Talks, St John People, History

In celebration of International Nurses Day - exploring the early years of nursing with St John Ambulance

Posted 12 May 2023
Museum of the Order of St John Sophie Denman, Archivist

International Nurses Day is celebrated around the world every 12th May, the anniversary of Florence Nightingale's birth, and is an opportunity for us to celebrate our nurses and their unwavering commitment to making a difference to people's lives.... Read more

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A scalloped plate with the emblem of the Order of St John in the centre, displayed in a box with brown document alongside. Figure A – Commemorative Royal Crown Derby Ceramic Dish Plate from 1983
Volunteering, Uncategorized

Working with the Museum – Cataloguing and Inventory

Posted 13 April 2023
Museum of the Order of St John Ambia, Student Placement

In March 2023 Ambia, a postgraduate history student at Queen Mary University of London, was placed with the Museum of the Order of St John to work on an ongoing inventory project, and gain an insight in to the work of a bustling museum and a busy... Read more

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Jamie stood between two bays of roller racking, full of museum objects including armour and boxes
Volunteering

Changing Impressions of the Museum Industry

Posted 11 April 2023
Museum of the Order of St John Jamie, Student Placement

My time at the Museum of the Order of St John as an intern has entirely changed my perception of how a museum functions and the array of people and teams working behind the scenes to make it so. Did you know that a museum is not just galleries and displays? Read more

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Sponsors

The Museum of the Order of St John would like to thank all those who have supported and continue to support its work. In particular, the Museum would like to thank the following for their generosity: