Dr. BR Ambedkar House — Attraction in London

The years that Bhimrao Ambedkar spent in United Kingdom were instrumental in shaping his philosophy and career.

In the row of brick semi-detached villas on King Henry’s Road near London’s Primrose Hill, No 10 is set apart by a London Blue Plaque and its open door. “Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, 1891-1956, Indian Crusader of Social Justice lived here 1921-22,” reads the plaque, one of many installed by the charity English Heritage to mark historic residences and workplaces of famous Londoners.

In comparison to the detailed accounts of Mohandas Gandhi’s time in UK, knowledge of Ambedkar’s experience in London is sparse. However, in his work, one can detect the lingering presence of his engagement with public and intellectual life in 1920s Britain, which was marked by high unemployment, rapid urbanisation and the Irish struggle for independence.

“Democracy is essentially an attitude of reverence towards our fellow men,” reads a quote on a wall in Ambedkar House, which was bought by the government of Maharashtra in 2015 for £3.1 million. After two years of refurbishment, the spacious and welcoming house opened to public on April 19 but awaits a formal inauguration. Of the four floors, the basement serves as a meeting room, and a photo exhibition showcasing Ambedkar’s life and achievements are spread across the ground, first and second floors. The first floor also has a library with a collection of Ambedkar’s writings and a comfortable reading space overlooking the garden.

Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar (डॉ.भीमराव रामजी आंबेडकर, conosciuto anche come Babasaheb) (Mhow Cantonment, 14 aprile 1891 – Delhi, 6 dicembre 1956) è stato un politico, filosofo, giurista, attivista buddhista, pensatore, antropologo, storico, oratore, scrittore prolifico, economista, studioso, editore, rivoluzionario e revivalista per il...

My visit to the Ambedkar House in London was both edifying and awe-inspiring. This museum commemorates the life and work of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a luminary jurist, economist, and social reformer who is widely considered as one of the most consequential figures in modern Indian history.

Born in 1891 in Mhow, a town in Central India, Dr. Ambedkar battled discrimination and prejudice due to his low caste status. Nevertheless, he emerged as a highly accomplished scholar and leader, obtaining a PhD in economics from the London School of Economics and playing a crucial role in drafting the Indian Constitution, as well as serving as the country's first Minister of Law and Justice.

The Ambedkar House, located in a stately Georgian townhouse in the Camden neighborhood of London, is a fitting tribute to this phenomenal individual. The museum houses a wealth of information about his life and work, including an array of photographs, personal effects, and letters written to his family and friends.

One of the most intriguing exhibits is a collection of Dr. Ambedkar's books and writings. He was an astoundingly prolific author who wrote extensively on a wide range of subjects, including economics, politics, and social issues. He was an unwavering champion of the rights of Dalits (formerly known as "untouchables"), women, and other marginalized groups, and his ideas remain a significant influence on Indian society today.

My visit to the Ambedkar House was an enriching and humbling experience that underscored the significance of combating social injustice and striving for equality. I heartily recommend this museum to anyone interested in Indian history, social reform, or simply wishes to learn about an extraordinary individual who devoted his life to improving the...

“Democracy is essentially an attitude of reverence towards our fellow men" -the quote on a wall of Dr. B.R.Ambedkar Memorial in North London. This property was bought by govt of Maharashtra & was inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi in 2015. Place is very well maintained by Indian Embassy in UK.

Dr. Ambedkar lived in this house in 1921-22 while he was studying in London School of Economics.Of the four floors, the basement serves as a meeting room, and a photo exhibition showcasing Ambedkar’s life and achievements are spread across the ground, first and second floors. The first floor also has a library with a collection of Ambedkar’s writings and a comfortable reading space overlooking the garden.

UK government has threatened to close this place due alleged breach of local planning rules & complains from locals about nuisance created by visitors, however I have learned here that Indian Embassy has appealed against it and they are pushing very hard to save the memorial status of this place.

Nevertheless this memorial of one of the greatest Indian reformers and pioneer of social justice in India, is an ultimate source of inspiration for all Indians...