Exhibition

Es Devlin

18 September 2026 - 11 April 2027

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Multifaceted retrospective of an innovative artist showcasing behind-the-scenes sketches alongside large-scale kinetic installations.

Wonder into the extraordinary world of Es Devlin in the first UK museum exhibition devoted to her 30-year career in sculpture, performance, language and light. From kinetic stage sculptures to monumental installations, the show reveals the creative processes behind one of today’s most innovative artists and designers.

Offering a unique insight into Devlin’s fascination with audience, space and the transformative power of art, the exhibition presents rare maquettes, sketches, annotated texts and process materials alongside new projection-mapped sculptures and large-scale kinetic installations.

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Design Museum

224-238 Kensington High Street, Kensington, London, Greater London, W8 6AG
020386 25937

Free to all

Opening times

10:00 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday
10:00 – 18:00 Friday to Sunday
Some ticketed exhibitions will remain open later on weekends – please check individual exhibition pages for details.
Closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

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Exclusions and safety measures

Pre-booking tickets online is recommended for paid exhibitions.

Our permanent collection is free and open daily from 10:00 to 17:00, no pre-booking is needed.

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Our bike parking capacity has been doubled so that more people can cycle to the museum.

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