The Garden City Collection
The Garden City Collection is an internationally significant collection of historical artefacts cared for by Letchworth Garden City Heritage Foundation. Based in Letchworth, the world’s first Garden City.
There are over 250,000 items to discover, including: the archives of the early Garden City Movement and the architectural plans of the world’s first Garden City; furniture; art and a wealth of social history telling Letchworth’s fascinating story.
Mission Statement
We care for and share the Garden City Collection to ensure everyone in Letchworth can see themselves reflected in its objects and stories. Through inspiring and enriching experiences, we connect our community and celebrate the unique heritage of the world’s first Garden City.
Statement of Purpose
The Garden City Collection exists to tell the story of Letchworth - the world’s first Garden City - and its continuing legacy.
We care for and share an internationally significant collection so that everyone can explore the town’s history, its people, and the vision of its founder, Ebenezer Howard.
Our work not only safeguards the past but actively reflects the changing face of contemporary Letchworth, ensuring our collections and stories remain relevant and representative.
Through accessible collections and creative programmes, we inspire learning, spark curiosity, and celebrate the unique heritage that shapes our community today.
As a charitable service of Letchworth Garden City Heritage Foundation, we help fulfil its mission to benefit the town and all who live, work, and visit here.
The Garden City Collection is an internationally significant collection of historical artefacts cared for by Letchworth Garden City Heritage Foundation. Based in Letchworth, the world’s first Garden City.
There are over 250,000 items to discover, including: the archives of the early Garden City Movement and the architectural plans of the world’s first Garden City; furniture; art and a wealth of social history telling Letchworth’s fascinating story.
Mission Statement
We care for and share the Garden City Collection to ensure everyone in Letchworth can see themselves reflected in its objects and stories. Through inspiring and enriching experiences, we connect our community and celebrate the unique heritage of the world’s first Garden City.
Statement of Purpose
The Garden City Collection exists to tell the story of Letchworth - the world’s first Garden City - and its continuing legacy.
We care for and share an internationally significant collection so that everyone can explore the town’s history, its people, and the vision of its founder, Ebenezer Howard.
Our work not only safeguards the past but actively reflects the changing face of contemporary Letchworth, ensuring our collections and stories remain relevant and representative.
Through accessible collections and creative programmes, we inspire learning, spark curiosity, and celebrate the unique heritage that shapes our community today.
As a charitable service of Letchworth Garden City Heritage Foundation, we help fulfil its mission to benefit the town and all who live, work, and visit here.
