EXHIBITIONS

Prison Nursing Unlocked: A History of Care and Justice

Royal College of Nursing

Venue
Royal College of Nursing Scotland
Dates
10–27 Aug 2026
Time
10:00am · 360min
Price
Free

Explore the fascinating history of healthcare in prisons, from the work of early reformers like Elizabeth Fry, to prison care and justice for women through the experience of suffragettes in prisons, to the vital contribution that nurses make to prisoner health today. Featuring archive photographs, historical and contemporary objects, the exhibition invites you to explore the little-known history of prison nursing and health care. Highlights include artwork created by prisoners at HMP Eastwood Park and HMP Warren Hill.

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