Wellcome Collection is a unique destination located in London, known for its thought-provoking exhibitions and events that explore the connections between medicine, art, and life. The collection is well-regarded for its diverse range of topics, including medical history, contemporary medicine, and public health. With a combination of galleries, library, and reading room, Wellcome Collection offers a stimulating and immersive experience for visitors interested in the intersection of science, medicine, and culture. Additionally, the facility also features a cafe, gift shop, and book shop, providing opportunities for relaxation and exploration. Wellcome Collection is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible space for all individuals, making it a must-visit for those seeking to broaden their understanding of health and humanity.
Reviews
It is a very memorable and multifunctional museum. The first floor has a splendid art gallery with gender and sex history themes exhibit, and on the second floor, they have a bit of a collection related to science and medicine history on the second floor, and on the top floor, there is a very nice reading room that also displays the number of oil paintings and is there a pillow on the staircases where you can just lie down and read a book. There’s also a library, but this time I didn’t go because it was locked up and it seems like it is a very nice library. The gift shop is also worth checking out today for some unique products. This place is a part of welcome trust it’s not just educational, but also enlightening.
The Cult Of Beauty exhibition.
Excellent show about the history of beauty with some gorgeous pieces on display. Would have loved a bit more of an in depth section into makeup, but overall for FREE, this was very good. Could have done without the people chatting loudly in the middle of it all, next time, can you do your chatting in the cafe?? Gorgeous colours and graphics too with design of the show. I wish there had been a book to buy or small catalogue. I will return when it's less busy but I doubt it will be, it was packed!
I went to the Welcome Collection for the first time, and it was such a blast! I had an amazing time exploring the fascinating exhibits, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.
It's free to enter and the building is super accessible, so it's easy to get around. There are free lockers available to store your coats and belongings.
If you're looking for a place to study, the library and reading room on level 2 are top-notch and super beautiful.
The Welcome Collection is conveniently located near Euston station, so if you're into science, art, and history, it's definitely worth checking out. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!
Lovely collection with some great exhibitions. The one related to race, identity and eugenics was particularly interesting.
The library and the reading room on the second floor are wonderful. I would happily come and spend time here more often.
Also there is a Picasso just outside the reading room. Look out for it - the history behind it (which we learnt from our guide) is fascinating.
Unusual collection that had some interesting exhibits but often not to my personal tastes. They also have a nice reading room and cafe on ground. It was a little more modern, eclectic, and fewer exhibits than I expected. Free to see with late openings on Thursdays.
I went to the Cult of Beauty exhibition, and (as well as that being fantastic on its own) I loved this place! The fact that it is free is great, but from my experience you wouldn't feel cheated if you did pay. The fact that the lockers were free alone was enough to make me love them instantly - when do you see that service for free anywhere?! It's a welcoming, accessible place, with a lovely gift shop well stocked with a variety of quirky items and related books, a robust café (I didn't have chance to visit unfortunately), and I will definitely return to visit the library (I guess reservations are recommended there if it's an option because a sign stated it was at capacity when I visited at 2pm on a Wednesday) & the other exhibitions available. A London gem!
This is my 6th visit to this multi functional establishment that holds exhibition rooms, a cafe and a gorgeous reading room. There is free use of spacious lockers to store big backpacks/coats/brolleys and the loos are clean!
The latest exhibition is called ‘The Cult of Beauty’. I get inspired when I attend exhibitions and I shall use the Italian saying ‘Bello e buono!’ in my design on a mug I am painting for my son.
I intend to use the design on the next photo below for another pottery ware.
It is interesting that in the past tea cups were made to accommodate those with beards…
Some exhibits were quite interactive and I loved seeing the transformation of a 64 year old after having Botox (but it’s a repeat procedure as it wears off after a few months). Unsurprisingly, the Botox industry itself runs in the billions.
Finally. I did not know that the most number of rhinoplasty procedures are conducted in Iran. Of course, double eyelid surgery is hugely popular in China and in other South Asian countries.
A visit is a must even just for use of the cafe.
I would love to give a 5 star but I felt the permanent exhibition was lacking interest. Could explore must more. As a student of medicine, one of the tricks to learn the science of the human anatomy and physiology is by loving the art of the arts. However(!) the true value is on the temporary exhibition “the cult of beauty”. I could spend days on this compilation of works. Good job to all artists and to the community.
I’m also glad the racial and sexual content was shared with no means whatsoever to offend none. Especially hypersensitive people. This times we are living in today is definitely not easy to understand that. So for that matter I give you 5 stars for the refresh to allow to be.
Upstairs they have a library to study and do research. It’s possible to( in advance) request to see arquive materials.
It is a very memorable and multifunctional museum. The first floor has a splendid art gallery with gender and sex history themes exhibit, and on the second floor, they have a bit of a collection related to science and medicine history on the second floor, and on the top floor, there is a very nice reading room that also displays the number of oil paintings and is there a pillow on the staircases where you can just lie down and read a book. There’s also a library, but this time I didn’t go because it was locked up and it seems like it is a very nice library. The gift shop is also worth checking out today for some unique products. This place is a part of welcome trust it’s not just educational, but also enlightening.
I went to the Welcome Collection for the first time, and it was such a blast! I had an amazing time exploring the fascinating exhibits, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.
It's free to enter and the building is super accessible, so it's easy to get around. There are free lockers available to store your coats and belongings.
If you're looking for a place to study, the library and reading room on level 2 are top-notch and super beautiful.
The Welcome Collection is conveniently located near Euston station, so if you're into science, art, and history, it's definitely worth checking out. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!
Location
Hours
- Monday Close
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Tuesday
10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
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Wednesday
10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
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Thursday
10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
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Friday
10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
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Saturday
10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
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Sunday
10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
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