Where Great
Minds Met
The elegant home of industrial
pioneer Matthew Boulton, who
lived in Soho House from 1766
to 1809. Here, he met with
some of the most important
scientists, engineers and thinkers
of his time – the Lunar
Society. Possibly the first
centrally heated house since
Roman times, Soho House has
been carefully restored to
its 18th century appearance
and contains some of Boulton’s
own furniture.
Displays
tell the story of this fascinating
man and the interests he
shared with his famous visitors
including members of the
Lunar Society.
There’s also the chance
to see some of the products
of Boulton’s nearby
factory – where buttons
and buckles, clocks and vases,
and silver and Sheffield
plate tableware were made – and
where he developed the steam
engine in partnership with
James Watt.
Local People, Local
History
In the visitor centre next to Soho House is a community gallery with a changing
programme of exhibitions and activities.
