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Nineteenth Century Society: Women, Madness & Marriage 3

History

See how the medical records of an appreciable number of the young women admitted as patients of Bethlem in the late nineteenth century provide evidence of a clo

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Our Corner of London

News

Those whose plans to visit the Archives & Museum (to honour their group booking or other appointment) were frustrated by the weather last week...

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In the Frame for December 2010: Marion Patrick’s ‘Sad Child With Yellow Clothing’

Art

Marion Patrick's works often depict sad and lonely children.  Read this month's 'In The Frame' to find out more.

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Bethlem Affordable Art Fair 2010

Art

You are invited to the The Bethlem Gallery’s annual 2010 open exhibition, now in its third year, showcasing the work of artists from South London...

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Hallucinations & Delusions 4: Louis Box & Jack the Ripper

History

Hear the story of Louis Box, who was admitted in 1891.

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In the Frame for November 2010: Allan Beveridge’s ‘My Thoughts, My Dreams, My Fears’

Art

Hear our Archivist's thoughts on this detailed work by artist, Allan Beveridge.

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Pennsylvania Express

News

Our Archivist has been awarded short-term travel grants from the Francis Clark Wood Institute for the History of Medicine at The College of Physicians...

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Hallucinations & Delusions 3: Jack the Ripper & Victorian Society

History

"These are the times of Jack the Ripper."  Elizabeth Bishop (admitted to Bethlem June 1895)

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Gender and Madness in Post-War Bethlem: A Meeting of Minds?

History

Find out how gender affected mental health during thetime of World War Two.

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Art in Madness: New Book on Nineteenth Century Collections

Art, Literature

Read our review of Maureen Park's book on 'Art in Madness'.

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Getting into Georgian Bethlem 3

History

Hear about the experiences of being admitted to the incurable ward in the 19th century.

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Invitation to Opening of Bethlem Gallery Exhibition: Unescorted

Art, Events

A new show opens at the Bethlem Gallery next week, showcasing the creative talent of Hospital patients. The exhibition, Unescorted #2, comprises...

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