HomeHomepageDisplayExpecting: Birth, Belief and ProtectionThis display, featuring a rare medieval birth scroll, explores protective practices and beliefs surrounding pregnancy, childbirth and infertility from the past to the present.In focusThe Joy of Being DisabledExplore what it means to be joyful, defiant and disabled. Guest edited by Amy Kavanagh, this series of five articles celebrates different bodies and minds, and challenges ableist ideas of what it means to be happy.BooksWe publish thought-provoking books exploring health and human experiences. Our latest title, ‘The Unfragile Mind’, is a deeply human and compassionate re-evaluation of mental illness from the GP and bestselling author Gavin Francis.ShopThe Wellcome Collection shop stocks unique books and gifts inspired by our collection and exhibition themes.
