Wellcome's major new exhibition explores notions of beauty across time and cultures.
Around the world, beauty is constantly seen as an ideal worthy of going to great lengths to achieve. But what are the driving forces that lead us to believe in a myth of universal beauty, despite its evolving nature?
Featuring over 200 items, including historical objects, artworks, films and new commissions, we consider the influence of morality, status, health, age, race and gender on the evolution of ideas about beauty. Wellcome invites you to question established norms and reflect on more inclusive definitions of beauty.
| Hours | Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMThursday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Venue | Wellcome Collection |
| Type | Exhibition |
| Duration | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| City | London |
About
Wellcome Collection
Wellcome Collection is a free museum and library that aims to challenge how we all think and feel about health. Through exhibitions, collections, live programming, digital, broadcast and publishing, the Wellcome Collection creates opportunities for people to think deeply about the connections between science, medicine, life and art.
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