Sir Henry Cole CB
(1808-1882)

Sir Henry Cole 1808-1882 campaigner and educator, first director of the Victoria and Albert Museum lived here

33 Thurloe Square, South Kensington, Kensington and Chelsea, SW7, London, United Kingdom where they lived

Sir Henry Cole lived here 1879-1880. He originated the custom of sending Christmas Cards and was largely responsible for the foundation of the Kensington Museum. He was also a great postal reformer.

Elm Row, Hampstead, London, United Kingdom where they lived

In memory of Jim who died aged 15 faithful dog of Sir Henry Cole of this museum

Central courtyard, Victoria and Albert Museum, London, United Kingdom where they worked