Exhibitions & Events

In this landmark project renowned artists give 25,000+ looked-after children visibility after 280 years, commemorating the lost faces of children given into care between 1741-1954.

Discover the collaborative process of creating this picture book through our display of original drawings, sketches and ideas.

Stop Tanks With Books documents the lives of Ukrainians dealing with the trauma of Russia’s illegal annexation of Crimea, since 2014.

Enter into the world of superheroes and explore the representation of foundlings, orphans, adoptees, and foster children.

This display brings together items reflecting the varied interests and achievements of the polymath Charles Jennens.

Have you ever wanted to create a comic book or graphic novel? Why not join us to create a brand new superheroes comic.

In the surroundings of the Picture Gallery, enjoy a lunchtime concert from the young musicians from the Philharmonia Orchestra’s MMSF Instrumental Fellowship programme.

Learn about Handel's best librettist, Charles Jennens.

In the surroundings of the Picture Gallery, enjoy a lunchtime concert by the exciting young cellist Willard Carter.

Join Katharine Hogg, Librarian of the Gerald Coke Handel Collection, to explore the making of Charles Jennens: Patron and Polymath.

Discover what family-friendly workshops we've got on during the summer holidays!

In the surroundings of the Picture Gallery, enjoy a lunchtime concert from the young musicians from the Philharmonia Orchestra’s MMSF Instrumental Fellowship programme.