About the museum
The Design Museum is devoted to contemporary design in every form, from architecture and fashion to graphics, product and industrial design.
Founded in 1989 by Sir Terence Conran, the museum is the place in the UK where the design industry, education and the public come together to change the way people think about themselves and the future.
The museum relocated to a spectacular modern landmark in Kensington in 2016, where it has welcomed over 2 million visitors since reopening and was awarded European Museum of the Year 2018.
Its collection, publishing, events, exhibitions, learning and digital programmes invite everyone to experience and reflect on the impact of design.
Get to know the journey to become the world's leading contemporary design museum.
In Spring 2024, the Design Museum was awarded IRO status. This acknowledges the museum’s ability to lead and support groundbreaking research.
The Design Museum Collection is an important record of the designs which have shaped the modern world.
Since 2015, the Design Museum has published innovative books and exhibition catalogues encompassing all elements of design.
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