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Down House Collection

Discover the historic Down House, the home of Charles Darwin in Downe, Kent

Background imageDown House Collection: AI IMAGE - Portrait of Charles Darwin, 1870s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Charles Darwin, 1870s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Charles Darwin, 1870s, (2023). English naturalist, geologist and biologist, is best known for his contributions to the science of evolution

Background imageDown House Collection: Charles Darwin in his garden at Down House (litho)

Charles Darwin in his garden at Down House (litho)
976640 Charles Darwin in his garden at Down House (litho) by Skinner, Edward Frederick (1865-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Darwin in his garden at Down House)

Background imageDown House Collection: England, Greater London, Kent, Downe, Down House, The Home of Charles Darwin

England, Greater London, Kent, Downe, Down House, The Home of Charles Darwin

Background imageDown House Collection: The Study at Down, pub. 1882 (engraving)

The Study at Down, pub. 1882 (engraving)
3467980 The Study at Down, pub. 1882 (engraving) by Haig, Axel (1835-1921) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Robert Darwin (1809 - 1882)

Background imageDown House Collection: Charles Darwins study at Down House (litho)

Charles Darwins study at Down House (litho)
5997890 Charles Darwins study at Down House (litho) by Haig, Axel (1835-1921) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Darwins study at Down House. After and etching by A Haig)

Background imageDown House Collection: The Dining Room at Down House (b / w photo)

The Dining Room at Down House (b / w photo)
XJF438466 The Dining Room at Down House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDown House Collection: The Down House

The Down House
LLM457759 The Down House by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Down House. Illustration for Pictureque Views of Seats by F O Morris (William Mackenzie)

Background imageDown House Collection: Downe, Down House, Home of Darwin (b / w photo)

Downe, Down House, Home of Darwin (b / w photo)
3642725 Downe, Down House, Home of Darwin (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Downe, Down House, Home of Darwin)

Background imageDown House Collection: The Home of the Late Charles Darwin, Down, Kent (engraving)

The Home of the Late Charles Darwin, Down, Kent (engraving)
1060926 The Home of the Late Charles Darwin, Down, Kent (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Home of the Late Charles Darwin, Down, Kent)

Background imageDown House Collection: Darwins study at Down House, his home near Beckenham, Kent, 1883

Darwins study at Down House, his home near Beckenham, Kent, 1883. Darwin (1809-1882) was employed as naturalist on HMS Beagle from 1831-1836

Background imageDown House Collection: Charles Darwins house in Downe, Kent

Charles Darwins house in Downe, Kent. A 20th-century illustration of Down House, the home of English naturalist Charles Darwin (1809-1882), which was built in the early 18th century

Background imageDown House Collection: Charles Darwin in the sand walk at Down House, c1870 (1887)

Charles Darwin in the sand walk at Down House, c1870 (1887). English naturalist Darwin (1809-1882) spent much time walking and thinking in his garden at Down House, near Beckenham, Kent

Background imageDown House Collection: Charles Darwin, English naturalist, in his study, c1870 (1887)

Charles Darwin, English naturalist, in his study, c1870 (1887). Darwin (1809-1882) lived at Down House, Beckenham, Kent for forty years

Background imageDown House Collection: Down House, near Beckenham, Kent, 1887

Down House, near Beckenham, Kent, 1887. Garden view of the home for forty years of Charles Darwin (1809-1882), English naturalist

Background imageDown House Collection: Sir Horace Darwin, F. R. S. (1851-1928), son of the British naturalist Charles Darwin

Sir Horace Darwin, F. R. S. (1851-1928), son of the British naturalist Charles Darwin
Sir Horace Darwin, F.R.S. (1851-1928), son of the British naturalist Charles Darwin and a civil engineer. From Darwin and the Beagle by Alan Moorhead, page 268

Background imageDown House Collection: Down House

Down House
Once the home of Charles Darwin and now the Darwin Museum, Orpington, Kent

Background imageDown House Collection: Down House gardens

Down House gardens
Once the home of Charles Darwin and now the Darwin Museum, Orpington, Kent

Background imageDown House Collection: Charles Darwins Study, Down House, Kent

Charles Darwins Study, Down House, Kent
Charles Darwins family house now administered by English Heritage

Background imageDown House Collection: Down House, Kent

Down House, Kent
Charles Darwins family house now administered by English Heritage

Background imageDown House Collection: The Galapagos Islands seen on one of Darwins maps

The Galapagos Islands seen on one of Darwins maps
Darwins map. View of a map of the Galapagos Islands at Down house, Kent, England, where Charles Darwin (1809-1882) lived for the last 40 years of his life

Background imageDown House Collection: Down House, Darwins home

Down House, Darwins home
Down House. Historical print of Down House (also known as Downe House) and part of its garden. It was the home of the British biologist, Charles Darwin

Background imageDown House Collection: View of Darwins desk at Down House

View of Darwins desk at Down House

Background imageDown House Collection: Chemicals and rock samples in Darwins study

Chemicals and rock samples in Darwins study
Darwins study. View of a variety of chemicals and rock samples in Charles Darwins (1809-1882) study at Down House, Kent, England

Background imageDown House Collection: The skull of an ape at Darwins house

The skull of an ape at Darwins house
Darwins ape skull. View of the skull of an ape at Down house, Kent, England, where Charles Darwin (1809-1882) lived for the last 40 years of his life

Background imageDown House Collection: View of letters addressed to Darwin on his desk

View of letters addressed to Darwin on his desk
Letters to Darwin. View of letters addressed to Charles Darwin (1809-1882) on his desk in his study at Down House, Kent, England

Background imageDown House Collection: Down House, home of Charles Darwin, near Orpington, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Down House, home of Charles Darwin, near Orpington, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe


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Discover the historic Down House, the home of Charles Darwin in Downe, Kent. Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Greater London, this iconic residence is a testament to one of England's greatest minds. Step into The Study at Down, as depicted in an enchanting 1882 engraving, and immerse yourself in the intellectual realm where Darwin revolutionized our understanding of evolution. Marvel at Charles Darwin's meticulously preserved study through a lithograph capturing its essence. This sacred space witnessed countless scientific breakthroughs that shaped our modern world. Explore further within The Dining Room at Down House through a captivating black and white photograph that transports you back to Victorian times. The allure extends beyond its walls; it encompasses the entire estate. Behold the grandeur of this architectural gem known simply as 'The Down House. ' A timeless black and white photograph showcases its splendor against the backdrop of nature's beauty. Journey through time with another mesmerizing engraving titled 'The Home of Late Charles Darwin, ' offering a glimpse into his life and legacy. Delve deeper into history by stepping foot inside Darwins' study near Beckenham, Kent - an intimate space where ideas flourished amidst tranquility. Capture your imagination as you stroll along the famous sand walk captured in an evocative c1870 photograph featuring Charles Darwin himself. Witness him immersed in thought while surrounded by nature's wonders - a true embodiment of his pioneering spirit. Celebrate English naturalist Charles Darwin within these hallowed halls where he reshaped scientific knowledge forevermore. Visit Down House today and experience firsthand how one man changed our understanding of life on Earth.