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Image credit: © Cartier. Tiara, Cartier London, 1937. Cartier Collection. Photography: Vincent Wulveryck |
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A Season of Style and Discovery in South Kensington
South Kensington is sparkling with new openings this season - quite literally! Two major exhibitions have just arrived, each offering a fresh take on style, status, and self-expression. Dress Codes at Kensington Palace unveils never-before-seen royal fashion, from Queen Elizabeth II’s wardrobe to Princess Diana’s most iconic looks! Meanwhile the V&A South Kensington’s Cartier exhibition showcases over 350 glittering pieces, charting the evolution of one of the world’s most celebrated design houses. Explore how jewellery and fashion have shaped identity and power over the centuries and continue to do so today.
And it doesn't stop there! South Kensington is getting a fresh look with both the Natural History Museum and the Science Museum unveiling brand-new permanent galleries! From the mysteries of the universe to solutions for a more sustainable future, these reimagined spaces invite you to see the world differently. Find out more below!
From deep space discoveries to dazzling fashion moments, South Kensington is full of surprises this month!
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| Museum Make-Overs! |
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| Two of South Kensington’s iconic institutions have unveiled ambitious new permanent galleries, both looking to the future and exploring solutions to some of the biggest challenges we face today. |
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| Dress Codes |
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Kensington Palace
On until 30th Nov 10am-4pm |
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| Just announced! Discover never-before-seen royal and court fashion treasures in Dress Codes, a new exhibition at Kensington Palace. |
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| Cartier |
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V&A South Kensington
12th April- 16th Nov 2025 10am - 5:45pm |
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| A major exhibition featuring more than 350 objects, charting the evolution of Cartier's legacy of art, design and craftsmanship since the turn of the 20th century. |
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| Space: Could Life Exist Beyond Earth? Tour |
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Natural History Museum
6th, 15th, 20th & 28th June 9 - 9.45 am |
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| Are we on the brink of finding signs of life beyond Earth? Discover why scientists are more optimistic than ever that conditions for life could exist beyond our planet. In this special out-of-hours tour, you’ll explore our amazing planet, the possibilities of life on Mars and much more. |
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| Splash! A Century of Swimming and Style |
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Design Museum
28 March – 17 August 2025 10am-6pm |
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| Tickets are now on sale! A major exhibition celebrating our enduring love of the water over the last 100 years. Explore the full spectrum of the design of swimming - from sports performance and fashion, to architecture. |
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| Our Story with David Attenborough |
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Natural History Museum
Opens 19th June 10am - 5:50pm |
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| Just announced! Our Story with David Attenborough delves into the saga of our species from our earliest beginnings. Sir David draws on a nearly century-long career as he shares his hopes for people and planet. |
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| Make your own Silver Ring |
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V&A South Kensington
3rd May 10:30am-4:30pm |
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| Join this wax carving workshop with Lili Bunten & Nattie Jewellery to create your own design to be made into a silver ring. |
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| DIY Decadent Bodies: Zine-making workshop with E.M. Parry |
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V&A South Kensington
27th April 10:30am-1pm |
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| Join artist and theatre designer E.M. Parry for this free zine-making workshop. |
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| Beyond Words Festival |
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Institut français
5th - 17th May Varies |
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| Audiences can expect the best of contemporary French literature in English translation, the latest and most inspiring publications from both sides of the Channel and a great line-up including acclaimed authors and new voices. |
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| Exploring Space |
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Science Museum
Closes 2nd June 2025 10am - 6pm |
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| After almost 40 years of showcasing real rockets and spacecraft, don't miss your last chance to see this out-of-this-world gallery! |
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| Upstart Careers in Photography and Film |
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V&A South Kensington
10th May 11am-4:30pm |
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| A free festival exploring pathways into creative careers in still and moving image. |
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| Andres Veiel: Riefenstahl + Q&A with Sandra Maischberger |
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Goethe-Institut
1st May 6:30pm |
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| A captivating insight into the private estate of Leni Riefenstahl, who became world-famous with her Nazi propaganda film Triumph of the Will but kept denying any closer ties to the regime. |
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| Yoga in the Garden |
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Leighton House and Sambourne House Museum
15th May 12pm-1pm |
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| A unique opportunity to enjoy a yoga class in the serene gardens of Leighton House accompanied by live setar music. |
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| Space Odyssey at the Museum for Families |
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Natural History Museum
31st May & 1st June Various times |
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| Embark on a journey into space to explore what’s beyond our world in this immersive planetarium show for all the family. |
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| Flower Arranging Workshop |
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Ismaili Centre
17th May 3:30pm |
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| To celebrate Chelsea Flower Show, the Ismaili Centre London will be hosting a flower arranging workshop on. The registration deadline is 6th May and tickets are £50. Secure your spot by emailing artsandculture@iiuk.org. |
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| Ocean with David Attenborough |
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Institut français
8th-18th May Various times |
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| This compelling documentary takes viewers on a breath-taking journey showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder, or surprise, than the ocean. |
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| London Craft Week x V&A Academy 2025 |
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V&A South Kensington
13th - 20th May Various times |
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| From millinery and silversmithing to weaving and puppetry, be inspired by live demonstrations from world class artisans as part of London Craft Week. |
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| Koi Fish Pond Jelly Making |
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The Royal Society of Sculptors
22nd May 5pm-7pm |
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| Join Rowena Hume from My Mini Workshops for a very special workshop and create your own Koi fish pond. Share with loved ones or enjoy on your own. |
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| Performance Festival 2025 |
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V&A South Kensington
25th April- 4th May Various times |
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| Escape rationality, embrace fiction and question your perspectives with special events including live performances, talks, screenings, tours and workshops – all inspired by the theme of 'illusion'. |
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| Arpita Singh: Remembering |
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Serpentine
20th March - 27th July 10am- 6pm |
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| Just announced! Her first solo exhibition of Arpita Singh outside India, Singh’s paintings centre on her emotional and psychological state, drawing from Bengali folk art and Indian stories, interwoven with experiences of social upheaval and global conflict. |
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| BBC Proms 2025 |
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Royal Albert Hall
18th July-13th Sept Various times |
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| The BBC Proms is back for another summer of world leading orchestras, musicians and conductors. The full programme will be announced on Thursday 24th April. |
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| Form and Texture Clay Workshop |
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The Royal Society of Sculptors
3rd May 12pm - 2pm & 2pm - 4pm |
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| Have a go at making clay before adding to a communally built sculpture that will grow throughout the day. Tickets start at just £3! |
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| Nature Adventurers: Immersive Outdoor Sessions |
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The Royal Parks
26th April & 3rd May 10am - 3pm |
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| Come along to our purpose-built learning centre for Nature Adventurers, a series of Saturday activity sessions for 8–12-year-old adventurers and nature lovers. |
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| Great Exhibition Road Festival |
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Great Exhibition Road Festival
7th & 8th June 2025 12pm - 6pm |
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| Save the date to join us in South Kensington this summer as we celebrate science and the arts with a weekend of incredible free events for all ages at the Great Exhibition Road Festival! |
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Discover South Kensington is an initiative of the Exhibition Road Cultural Group, a partnership of the cultural and educational organisations in and around Exhibition Road, South Kensington.
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Our partners include:
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The Design Museum
Goethe-Institut
Imperial College London
Institut franҫais
The Ismaili Centre
Kensington Palace
Natural History Museum
Royal Albert Hall
South Kensington Estates
Royal College of Art
Cromwell Place
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Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Royal Brompton Hospital
Royal College of Music
Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
The Royal Parks
Serpentine Galleries
The Science Museum
V&A South Kensington
The Royal Society of Sculptors
Japan House
Westminster City Council
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