UK Art Exhibitions: Your Guide to Upcoming Shows – September 2024 through January 2025

The UK is home to a vibrant art scene, with a diverse array of exhibitions scheduled in the coming months, showcasing both contemporary and historical works. Whether you’re a fan of modern art or classic masterpieces, there’s something for everyone.

This guide highlights exhibitions featuring renowned artists such as Tracey Emin, Yayoi Kusama, and Leonardo da Vinci. Running from September 2024 through January 2025, these exhibitions are spread across major cities like London, Cambridge, and Newcastle, offering a rich exploration of art. Each exhibition is carefully curated to provide unique insights into the artists’ works, their impact, and the broader art world. Whether you’re interested in the evocative installations of Kusama or the historical depth of Rubens and Van Dyck, this guide will help you navigate the best exhibitions across the UK.

For detailed information on each exhibition, including dates and locations, as well as links to further reading and booking information, continue reading the full guide below. This comprehensive overview ensures that art lovers can plan their visits to these must-see events.

Major Museum Exhibitions

Ongoing through September 2024: Oscar Murillo: The Flooded Garden at Tate Modern, London. This exhibition delves into themes of globalisation and displacement through immersive mixed-media installations.Visit Tate Modern for more info.

Ongoing through October 2024: Queens: The Exhibition at V&A Museum, London. Explore the evolution of royal fashion and portraiture. Visit V&A Museum for more info.

Through September 2024: Henry Moore in Colour at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire. Discover how Moore’s use of colour adds depth to his iconic sculptures. Visit Henry Moore Studios for more info.

Through January 2025: Money Talks: Art, Society & Power at Ashmolean Museum, Oxford. This exhibition explores the intricate relationship between art, wealth, and societal influence over centuries. Visit Ashmolean Museum for more info.

Contemporary Art

September – November 2024: Tracey Emin: I followed you to the end at White Cube Bermondsey, London. Emin’s latest works reflect on love and loss with her characteristic emotional intensity. Visit White Cube for more info.

September – November 2024: Yayoi Kusama: EVERY DAY I PRAY FOR LOVE at Victoria Miro, London. Immerse yourself in Kusama’s world of infinite dots and mirrors. Visit Victoria Miro for more info.

September 20, 2024 – January 2025: Glenn Ligon: All Over The Place at The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge. Ligon’s work explores identity and race through powerful visual narratives. Visit The Fitzwilliam Museum for more info.

Historical Art

Through August 4, 2024: Rembrandt, Rubens, Van Dyck at The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge. This exhibition showcases masterpieces of Dutch and Flemish painting, offering a glimpse into the Golden Age of art. Visit The Fitzwilliam Museum for more info.

Through October 2024: Kith and Kinship: Norman Cornish and LS Lowry at Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle. Compare the works of two iconic British artists and their portrayal of everyday life. Visit Laing Art Gallery for more info.

Through September 2024: Beneath the Surface | George Stubbs & Contemporary Artists at Wentworth Woodhouse, Yorkshire. Explore how Stubbs’ legacy continues to inspire contemporary artists. Visit Wentworth Woodhouse for more info.

Photography and Mixed Media

September – November 2024: Lap-See Lam exhibition at Studio Voltaire, London. A thought-provoking exploration of identity and belonging through multimedia art. Visit Studio Voltaire for more info.

September – October 2024: Alexandra Bircken: Gebrochenes Pferd at Maureen Paley, London. Bircken merges fashion with art to explore themes of vulnerability and strength. Visit Maureen Paley for more info.

Regional Exhibitions

September 18 – December 2024: Antonio Calderara: A Certain Light at Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art, London. This exhibition focuses on Calderara’s minimalist approach to light and space. Visit Estorick Collection for more info.

September – October 2024: Talking Things at Blyth Gallery, London. An exhibition exploring the narratives of everyday objects through contemporary art. Visit Blyth Gallery for more info.

• September 21 – December 2024: Michael Craig-Martin exhibition at Royal Academy of Arts, London. Craig-Martin’s vibrant depictions of everyday objects challenge viewers’ perceptions. Visit Royal Academy of Arts for more info.

This guide covers a wide range of exhibitions across different art forms and styles, providing numerous opportunities to explore both contemporary and historical works. Whether you are in London or visiting other parts of the UK, these exhibitions offer something for everyone. Be sure to check the provided links for more details and to plan your visits effectively.