Our work with artists - Foundling Museum The Museum brings its historic story of children in care to life, in ways that are meaningful for people today, by working with outstanding artists from all creative disciplines, including our Foundling Fellows. Artists are central to the Foundling Hospital story and the spirit of its Artist Governors lives on in the work of the many practitioners who support our programmes, from visual artists and film makers, to musicians and designers. They remind us that the arts do not just provide the visuals, the commentary and the soundtrack to our lives; they can change, challenge and improve them. Our learning programme Our learning programme brings the Foundling Hospital story to life in ways that are meaningful for young people, especially those who are looked after and care experienced, to help them see the world differently and to imagine new possibilities for themselves. Work from these projects is showcased in the Museum through displays and our public events programme. Young Artists’ Platform One Thursday lunchtime each month we host a concert featuring some of the finest young players of the moment. For the last few years, we have partnered with the Philharmonia Orchestra to provide monthly recital opportunities for their MMSF Instrumental Fellows. The scheme has been developed to equip musicians at the start of their careers with real-world performance experience, whilst inviting them to engage with our history and collections through their programming. Discover our forthcoming concerts Foundling Fellows Our Foundling Fellows are ambassadors for our work. The Foundling Fellowship is given biennially to three creative individuals whose work resonates with the visionary, creative philanthropy of Thomas Coram, William Hogarth and George Frideric Handel. Each of our Fellows creates a project that brings our historic story to life and contributes to the work of the Museum. Past projects include Superman was a Foundling, a site-specific work by Lemn Sissay OBE, and Dawn Chorus by Chris Watson. Both are on permanent display in the Museum for visitors to experience. Other projects include a short film by Lily Cole Fire Choir – a community choir led by award-winning folk singer Sam Lee, the 2016 exhibition FOUND curated by Cornelia Parker CBE, and Back to Front Weekend conceived by Yinka Shonibare CBE RA. Dame Jacqueline Wilson’s Hetty Feather series of books and Sir Michael Morpurgo’s Lucky Button were inspired by the story of the Foundling Hospital. Read the story behind our photography project Foundling Portraits Campaign Browse through our past exhibitions Past Exhibitions & Projects 2020 Sir Quentin Blake CH CBE Foundling Fellow Jonny Banger Foundling Fellow Jackie Kay CBE Foundling Fellow 2018 Andria Zafirakou MBE Foundling Fellow Chi-Chi Nwanoku CBE Foundling Fellow Lauren Child CBE Foundling Fellow 2016 Lily Cole Foundling Fellow Sam Lee Foundling Fellow Bob and Roberta Smith OBE Foundling Fellow 2014 Lemn Sissay OBE Trustee & Foundling Fellow Chris Watson Foundling Fellow Cornelia Parker CBE Foundling Fellow 2012 Sir Michael Morpurgo OBE Foundling Fellow Dame Emma Kirkby DBE Foundling Fellow Yinka Shonibare CBE Foundling Fellow 2010 Cerrie Burnell Foundling Fellow Julian Lloyd Webber OBE Foundling Fellow Sir Grayson Perry CBE Foundling Fellow 2008 Dame Jacqueline Wilson DBE Foundling Fellow Damon Albarn OBE Foundling Fellow Richard Wentworth CBE Foundling Fellow Some of our past exhibitions & projects Contemporary Conversations When Thomas Coram established the Hospital in 1739, contemporary artists of the day stepped up to support the charity in its work of caring for society’s most vulnerable children. A Grand Chorus: The Power of Music 2 Oct 2025 – 31 May 2026 Explore the life-affirming power of music through the lens of Handel’s iconic ‘Hallelujah Chorus’ in our current exhibition. The Foundling Hospital Boys' Band 6 Jan – 31 May 2026 Discover the story of the success of the Foundling Hospital Boys' Band. Handel's Heroines: Lucy Crowe OBE, Bridget Cunningham & London Early Opera 23 Apr 2026 Internationally acclaimed soprano Lucy Crowe OBE joins conductor and harpsichordist Bridget Cunningham for a spellbinding evening of opera. Stay connected Subscribe to our newsletter Mailchimp Email Newsletter Sign Up Visit Us What’s On Our Story Our Art & Objects Learning & Participation Support Us Venue Hire Shop Subscribe to our newsletter What's on today Open 10am — 5pm Exhibitions & Displays A Grand Chorus: The Power of Music 2 Oct 2025 – 31 May 2026 Exhibitions & Displays The Foundling Hospital Boys’ Band 6 Jan – 31 May 2026 Concerts Handel’s Heroines: Lucy Crowe OBE, Bridget Cunningham & London Early Opera 23 Apr 2026 Book your tickets Adult ticket £14.50 (£13.50 online), reduced price and free tickets available. Book tickets Enjoy free entry for year with your ticket Save £1 by booking online. Please note: some events require separate tickets. Check the event page for details.