Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum facts for kids
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Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum
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| Established | 1977 |
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| Location | All England Lawn Tennis Club London, SW19 United Kingdom |
| Public transit access |    Wimbledon Southfields |
The Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum (often called WLTM) is the biggest museum in the world dedicated to tennis. It first opened its doors in 1977 during the 100th anniversary of The Championships. On April 12, 2006, a new and improved museum was officially opened by The Duke of Kent. It is located right inside the famous All England Lawn Tennis Club.
The museum is full of amazing things, some as old as 1555! You can see cool items and touch screen computers to learn more. There are also special items from famous tennis players, from Victorian times until today. These exhibits change throughout the year. Visitors can even feel what it's like to be at Centre Court, except during the actual Wimbledon tournament.
You can take guided tours led by expert Blue Badge guides. These tours take you behind the scenes of the All England Lawn Tennis Club. Audio guides are also available to help you explore. The museum is open to everyone all year. However, during The Championships week, only people with tournament tickets can enter.
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Explore the Museum: Top Exhibits
The Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum has many exciting exhibits. They help you learn about the history of tennis and the famous Wimbledon tournament.
Step into the Game: VR Experience
- The VR Experience takes you on a journey through Wimbledon's history.
- You can learn about the special grass courts.
- It shows you amazing moments from past tournaments.
- You can even see 360-degree videos from The Championships in 2016.
Meet a Legend: John McEnroe's Ghost
- This unique tour lets you explore areas usually closed to visitors.
- A special projection of tennis legend John McEnroe guides you.
- He shares stories and insights as you walk through the club.
Fashion on Court: The Whites of Wimbledon
- This exhibit shows the history of tennis fashion at Wimbledon.
- You can see how players' outfits have changed over time.
- It includes both old and new styles of the famous white tennis attire.
The Kenneth Ritchie Wimbledon Library
The Kenneth Ritchie Wimbledon Library is a special part of the museum. It holds a huge collection of books, magazines, videos, and DVDs all about tennis. It is known as the largest tennis library in the world. This library is a great place for anyone who wants to learn more about the sport.
