Temporary exhibitions

On these pages we present details of our current and past temporary exhibitions. Unless otherwise specified, visiting these exhibitions is free and forms part of the main museum tour. Please contact us if you would like more information about any of the topics.

  1. A feast for the eyes

    A feast for the eyes

    A colourful display in the College Reception area which complemented the 2009 College PR campaign on eye nutrition.

  2. The MicroMuseum of Optography

    The MicroMuseum of Optography

    Derek Ogbourne's The MicroMuseum of Optography was the British Optical Association Museum's first ever collaboration with a contemporary artist ...

  3. Who Is Blind?

    Who Is Blind?

    A display mounted to coincide with the recent launch of the book Low Vision the Essential Guide for Optometrists

  4. From Painted Jezebels to Synthetic Beauty: The Story of Eye Make-Up

    From Painted Jezebels to Synthetic Beauty: The Story of Eye Make-Up

    Explaining how cosmetic products for the eyes can alter the colour of the surrounding flesh or lashes and create an illusion of shape or form.

  5. Celebrity Spex Scandal

    Celebrity Spex Scandal

    Why famous people's glasses aren't all they are cracked up to be

  6. Patrice Moor at the British Optical Association Museum - 'Artist in Residence'

    Patrice Moor at the British Optical Association Museum - 'Artist in Residence'

    3 paintings inspired by the museum collections

  7. Look for the letters

    Look for the letters

    150 years of the Snellen chart