In this exclusive, after hours tour, discover the remarkable portrait collection of the Royal College of Physicians (RCP).
In this exclusive, after hours tour, discover the remarkable portrait collection of the Royal College of Physicians (RCP).
Pick up a complimentary glass of wine and take a journey with us to discover our early presidents, inspiring women in medicine, famous painters and healthcare workers of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The RCP Museum holds a fascinating collection of hundreds of fine art portraits, featuring great British and European artists. In 1596 the RCP announced that any member or 'noble person' could display his portrait or coat of arms in our headquarters on payment of £10. After sadly losing many of our early paintings in the Great Fire of London in 1666, we began a deliberate policy of rebuilding our portrait collection in the 18th century. Today we continue to collect and commission contemporary artworks and portraiture of notable medical figures past and present.
Schedule
5.30pm – 5.45pm: registration and welcome drinks
5.45pm – 7pm: tour and questions
There is a 50% discount for Art Pass holders.
Please note this event was previously scheduled and advertised for 16 April 2024 but has been postponed to this new date of 22 May due to unforeseen circumstances.
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Address
The Royal College Of Physicians, 11 St Andrews Place, Regents Park, London, Greater London, NW1 4LE
020 3075 1510
Opening times
Mon – Fri, 9am – 5pm. and until 8pm on the first Thursday of the month. Closed weekends, bank holidays and ceremony days - please check the website for details.
Exclusions and safety measures
Occasional temporary closures during August, please check the website
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