The former London home of rock legend Jimi Hendrix has opened to the public as a permanent museum.
Hendrix moved into the flat on the upper floors of 23 Brook Street, Mayfair in June 1968 after his girlfriend Kathy Etchingham saw an advert for it in a London newspaper.
The flat was used as office space until 2000 when it was taken over by the neighbouring Handel House Trust.
At the time, the intention of the trust was to restore the Hendrix flat alongside the restoration of George Handel’s house next door at 25 Brook Street.
The German composer lived there from 1723 until his death in 1759.
In 2014, the Handel House Trust was awarded a Heritage Lottery Fund grant to restore the Hendrix flat for public viewing.
Michelle Aland, Director of the Handel & Hendrix in London, said: “Handel & Hendrix in London is a must-see destination for all music and architecture fans of every age, an opportunity to experience a glimpse of musical legend and history.
“In the heart of the cultural capital, this museum celebrates the rich, vibrant musical heritage of London in the 1730s and 1960s.
“The unveiling of the Hendrix flat in February allows fans to witness the rooms where the greatest rock instrumentalist in history conducted his famous jam sessions and, most excitingly, to view highlights from his varied music collection.
“We are delighted to bring to life Handel & Hendrix in London and afford fans the opportunity to explore and discover this gem of a museum on Brook Street.”
The renovated flat, which is the only officially recognised home of Hendrix in the world, was opened to the public on 10th February.
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