Wellcome Collection: Where Art Meets Medical History

Situated at 183 Euston Road in London, the Wellcome Collection is an extraordinary establishment that merges art with the history of medicine. Established in 1936 following Sir Henry Wellcome's passing, this global charity utilizes the profits from a £40bn investment fund to finance health research. Since 2007, it has fulfilled part of its mission by offering significant free exhibitions in its well-designed space near Euston station. Annually, the gallery presents a major group exhibition that combines scientific themes with artistic interpretations. The current highlight, 'The Coming of Age,' showcases Daphne Wright's unfired grey clay Zimmer frame, reflecting the human body's skeletal transformation. Additionally, visitors can enjoy 'Being Human,' a permanent exhibition, and a retrospective of Audrey Amiss (1933–2013), who used her art to critique the mental health system. Paul Carey-Kent recognizes the Wellcome Collection as his 'Gallery of the Month' in FAD, praising its unique curatorial style.