Exhibition

The Coming of Age

26 March - 29 November 2026
Free to all

An exploration of ageing and how society can support longer lives

Discover how age shapes our experiences and perceptions across the lifespan. The exhibition presents over 120 artworks and objects, from historical artefacts to contemporary works by John Coplans, Paula Rego, Serena Korda, and more. Art, science, and popular culture intersect to reveal how environment, society, and culture influence how we grow older.

Visitors can explore adolescence, midlife, and later years, while questioning assumptions about ageing and longevity. Thought-provoking displays highlight both individual experiences and wider societal challenges, offering insight into how we might all age better in the future.


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Address

Wellcome Collection

183 Euston Road, London, Greater London, NW1 2BE
020 7611 2222

Free to all

Opening times

Monday Closed

Tuesday 10:00—18:00

Wednesday 10:00—18:00

Thursday 10:00—20:00

Friday 10:00—18:00

Saturday 10:00—18:00

Sunday 10:00—18:00

Exclusions and safety measures

How we’re keeping you safe

Taking extra care with increased cleaning.

Providing hand-sanitiser dispensers.

 

 

 

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