Getting to the venue
We’re looking forward to welcoming you to Museum Tech 2026 on Wednesday 22 April. As you might be aware, planned strike action by RMT Tube drivers is currently set to take place from 21-24 April, which includes from midday Tuesday to midday Wednesday.
The Barbican is a 10-15 walk from three nearby National Rail stations: Farringdon, Moorgate and Liverpool Street. It takes about 25 minutes to walk from London Bridge, or 45 minutes from London Kings Cross/St Pancreas International.
We advise using Transport For London’s website to plan ahead and check before you travel.
You can also use Google maps to plan a walking route. If you require any help with planning your journey, please email events@museumsassociation.org and we’ll do our best to help.
- The event takes place at the Barbican Centre, Silk Street, City of London, EC2Y 8DS. Travel information and a map can be found on the Barbican’s website.
- It is within walking distance of a number of London Underground and Elizabeth Line stations, the closest being Barbican, St Paul’s, Farringdon and Moorgate.
- Bus Route 153 runs directly past the Barbican along Chiswell Street, and Bus Routes 4 and 56 both serve Barbican tube station.
- The Barbican provides free parking for Blue Badge holders – visit the accessible facilities page for full details of its accessible parking facilities and how to book your space.
- Cloakroom facilities are provided (£2 donation advised).
- The venue has a number of cafes on site where delegates can purchase hot drinks or food if required.
Event facilities
- Please be aware that the Barbican has more than one entrance – once inside the building, you will be able to fully access all areas including the event facilities.
- On arrival, please go to the Conservatory/Garden Room – this is on level 3 if you’re coming from inside the main Barbican building. Photos of this space can be found online.
- The event will take place in Auditorium 1, which is a short walk away on Level 4. It can be accessed by stairs or a lift. Photos of the space can be found online.
- Auditorium 1 is a fixed-seating theatre. On entry, the seating slopes down towards a stage. If you require step-free access, there is an accessible entrance – please email events@museumsassociation.org to let us know so we can ensure easy access.
- The Barbican has detailed access information on its website, including a video tour of the buildings and large print documents.
- Please see our accessibility guidance for in-person events – if you want to discuss your access requirements or need to request adjustments (such as closed captions or BSL interpretation) then please get in touch with us via events@museumsassociation.org.
Sustainability
- In line with the Museums Association’s commitment to sustainability, we will serve a 50/50 mix of vegetarian and vegan food at this event. This includes non-dairy milk.
- Catering at the Barbican is provided by Searcys. More details can be found in its sustainability pledge.
- We encourage delegates to bring their own reusable hot drink cups and water bottles to events.
- We provide a digital-only programme. If you require a printed version or printed delegate list, please email events@museumsassociation.org.
- We print badges on sustainable paper. Lanyards are reusable and made from bamboo. We do not provide plastic wallets for badges.
- We no longer provide delegate bags with printed material inside.