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Tim Peake Launch Event at the Science Museum

On 15th December 2015, we hosted a special launch day and evening event with the UK Space Agency in collaboration with Discover South Kensington and its partners.

The V&A to celebrate the opening of the new Exhibition Road

The new V&A Exhibition Road entrance, gallery and courtyard will open on 30th June with week-long festival, celebrating the Museum’s new architecture, heritage and history

A day out with the kids at the Natural History Museum

Over the Easter holidays we tasked Freya (age 9) and Finlay (age 7) to select some of their favourite places to visit at the Natural History Museum.

Itinerary: Science and Technology in South Kensington

South Kensington is home to a host of institutions and museums that celebrate science and technology. Follow this itinerary to explore the area's best science sights.

Volunteering in South Kensington: the Science Museum

Imperial College student Kate Smith talks about being a volunteer at the Science Museum, and explores some of the other volunteering opportunities you can find around South Kensington.

My favourite things: NHM Curator Blanca Huertas shares her museum highlights

Senior Curator Blanca Huertas shares what she loves the most about working at the Natural History Museum, and gives some top tips for visitors.

Itinerary: South Kensington for the art lover

South Kensington is a cultural hub overflowing with art and design attractions. Take a day to see the best of the area's creative offerings.

Creative Quarter - Friday 17th November 2017

Creative Quarter will be held on 17th November, providing a free day of insights into creative industries and creative careers for 13-19 year olds.

Itinerary: Architecture in South Kensington

South Kensington is home to a rich diversity of architecture and building design. Take a day to stroll through the area and appreciate how architectural style has changed over time.

Studying in South Kensington - an RCM student's perspective

David Zucchi, a Canadian saxophonist, tells us what it is like to study in South Kensington at the Royal College of Music and shares his favourite local places to visit.

Suggested Itinerary: South Kensington Museums in a Day

If you only have one day to see all the sights of South Kensington's museums, follow this suggested itinerary to see some highlights from South Kensington's big museums.

The Design Museum moves to Kensington

The Design Museum has moved to a new home in Kensington, where it continues to celebrate architecture and design - from fashion to digital technology - in a fresh and creative new space.

A snapshot of Creative Quarter 2016

Now in its 11th year, Creative Quarter once again brought 13-19-year-olds into the South Kensington cultural hub to explore creative career and creative industries.

Celebrating Zaha Hadid in South Kensington

This winter, South Kensington will celebrate Zaha Hadid – the architect, designer and artist – as the new Mathematics Gallery opens at the Science Museum and a new exhibition of paintings and drawings by Zaha Hadid opens at the Serpentine Sackler Gallery.

Itinerary: A Royal Day Out in South Kensington

South Kensington is home to a vast array of Royal buildings, monuments and memorials. Take a day to explore what the area has to offer with this handy guide.

Exhibition Road Cultural Group announces first Commission to artist Tomás Saraceno

The Exhibition Road Cultural Group announces Aerocene as its first public commission, a project initiated by internationally acclaimed artist Tomás Saraceno.