Exhibitions and events
Three new galleries
Come and visit our galleries, hosting two permanent exhibitions: 'Medicine Man' and 'Medicine Now'.
Inspiring events
Through our free talks, screenings, performances and debates, you will have the opportunity to join leading experts and unravel big ideas around medicine, health and wellbeing.
Exhibitions
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Medicine ManDelve into the treasure trove of Henry Wellcome, filled with strange and beautiful artefacts. |
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Medicine NowExamine medicine through the eyes of artists, scientists and patients. |
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Life Before Death9 April-18 May 2008 A photographic exhibition. |
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From Atoms To Patterns24 April-10 August 2008 Crystal structure designs from the 1951 Festival of Britain. |
Events
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Magic Manuscripts10 May 2008 14.30-15.30 Explore magic, alchemy and fantastic creatures hidden in the Wellcome Library |
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Walter Schels and Beate Lakotta In Conversation10 May 2008 15.00-16.30 Join the exhibition's creators for an insight into the project |
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Healing Herbs15 May 2008 15.00-16.00 Discover more about the history of herbs used in home remedies and medicines. |







