Past Exhibitions & Projects

This exhibition told the story of an eminent Georgian physician and patron of the arts, Dr. Richard Mead, who pioneered innoculation and helped create the Foundling Hospital

A sound installation created by Chris Watson and young care leavers based on the dawn chorus experienced by Foundling Hospital pupils.

A striking visual exploration of fostering and adoption in popular culture by Foundling Fellow Lemn Sissay.

This major research project examined the Foundling Hospital’s historic links with the military from the Napoleonic Wars to the twentieth century.

Progress brought together contemporary responses to Hogarth's 'The Rake's Progress', by David Hockney, Yinka Shonibare MBE, Grayson Perry and Jessie Brennan.

14-21 year-olds shared their experiences of growing up in care in this unique audio exhibition.

Young people from Camden Pupil Referral Unit made work inspired by the story of the Foundling Hospital.

On the 300th anniversary year of the coronation of George I, this exhibition explored George Frideric Handel and his music for royal occasions.

Enjoy a selection of performances and talks on music that you can watch at home.

Enjoy a selection of talks about the Foundling Hospital and its history that you can watch at home.

Four contemporary photographers explored issues of motherhood and loss in an exhibition curated by Susan Bright.

Leading ceramic artist Clare Twomey inscribed individual good deeds onto over 1,000 cups and saucers, encouraging visitors to undertake a good deed in exchange for keeping the cup.