Handle with Care: Conversations Through Objects

Created by Wellcome Collection

Drop in to an object-handling event with members of our Visitor Experience and Engagement team, where you can get up close to some of the items in our collection.

A member of staff shows a collection item to a visitor.

Booking is handled on the organiserโ€™s website. Check the date, access arrangements and availability there.

Having trouble booking? Email the organiser.

Drop in to an object-handling event with members of our Visitor Experience and Engagement team, where you can get up close to some of the items in our collection.

There will be different stations throughout the space, each with objects that you canย touch and explore at your own pace. In addition, there will be other creative activities to try.

Come along if you are interested in the connections between health, history and art.

A chill-out space is available if youโ€™d like to take a break from the activities to rest or relax. It will have low lighting, comfortable seating, cushions, mats and sensory aids such as ear defenders and toys.

Image credit: Object handling event at Wellcome Collection, Steven Pocock. Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0).

This free event is drop-in: no booking is required. Just turn up between 13:00 and 15:00. The organiserโ€™s event page provides further information.

The event takes place in the Forum on level 1. Take the lift or stairs to level 1, then follow the signs through the Being Human gallery.

British Sign Language interpretation will be provided.

This is a relaxed event. You are welcome to move freely around the space, leave and re-enter whenever you wish, and make noise at any time.

Event details

When: Sat 14 Nov 2026, 1:00 pm โ€“ 3:00 pm

Format: In-person

Venue:
Wellcome Collection
183 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BE
England

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Cost: Free

Event type: Other

Access & inclusion

Event languages

  • British Sign Language (BSL)

This event includes BSL interpreters.

Interpreter details

Individual interpreter names have not been added to this section. Check the event description or ask the organiser before booking.

Access features

  • Sign language interpreters
  • Wheelchair access
  • Quiet space

More access info

If youโ€™re planning a visit to Wellcome Collection or need help while youโ€™re here, our staff have been trained to support visitors with accessibility needs. Call or email us if you have any questions or feedback about accessibility at Wellcome Collection.

Visitor Experience and Engagement

+44 (0)20 7611 2222

info@wellcomecollection.org

https://wellcomecollection.org/visit-us/accessibility

Access details are supplied by the organiser or taken from their published event information. The organiser arranges event access. Ask them to confirm any arrangements you need before booking or travelling.

Report incorrect or changed access information

Organiser

Wellcome Collection

Booking is handled on the organiserโ€™s website. Check the date, access arrangements and availability there.

Having trouble booking? Email the organiser.

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