Located in London, the world's leading museum devoted to contemporary design in every form. The Design Museum is a multifaceted museum, an ever-changing space for the public, industry and education to come together and explore new ideas.
Plan your visit, become a member, donate or visit the online shop.Book now: Until 5 October 2025 ★★★★ The London Standard
A major exhibition bringing together art, science and radical thinking to ask how design can help our planet thrive by shifting its focus beyond human needs.
More than Human: Book nowOpens 20 September 2025 Tickets on sale
Blitz: the club that shaped the 80s
A major exhibition on the legendary Blitz club night that transformed 1980s London style, and generated a creative scene that had an enormous impact on popular culture in the decade that followed — from fashion and music, to film, art and design.
Blitz: Book nowOpens 21 November 2025 Tickets on sale
Delve into Wes Anderson’s extensive archive in this first retrospective exhibition devoted to his distinctive cinematic output, produced in collaboration with la Cinémathèque française.
Wes Anderson: Book nowMEMBERS GO FREE Join today
Our members enjoy unlimited entry to all exhibitions, exclusive events, discounts in the Design Museum Shop, Design Cafe and Design Kitchen. As a charity, your membership supports the museum.
Become a memberUntil January 2026 Free Display
PLATFORM is an annual display dedicated to showcasing contemporary design practice. The first display in a series will present the fascinating work of Bethan Laura Wood.
PLATFORM: Plan your visitUntil August 2025 Free Display
Returning to the Design Museum for its fourth year, The Ralph Saltzman Prize celebrates emerging product designers, in recognition of Saltzman’s design legacy. Visit to discover In June 2025, the work of designer Lulu Harrison, recipient of this year's prize for her project Thames Glass.
The Ralph Saltzman Prize: Plan your visitPermanent Collection Free Display
Explore the museum’s collection presenting iconic designs, from product to transport. Visit to discover some of the designers and makers who shaped the world we live in. Great for families, school groups and design lovers.
DESIGNER MAKER USER: Plan your visitUntil September 2025 Free Display
Design Researchers in Residence: Artificial
This year's Design Researchers in Residence responded to the theme of ‘Artificial’, questioning the limits of human-centred design in a more-than-human climate crisis.
Artificial: Plan your visitFuture Observatory Open Call Apply until Sunday 14 September 2025
Design Researchers in Residence 2025/26: Open Call
Apply to join the new cohort of Design Researchers in Residence 2025/26 with projects responding to the theme of ‘Mineral'.
Open Call: Find out moreNew Events Book now
Get creative: join our learning workshops for adults and young people or join the conversation with inspiring talks.
All events: See what's coming upLooking for design inspiration and gifts? Visit our three shops or buy online. As a charity, every purchase supports the museum.
The Design Museum Shop: Buy OnlineEnjoy delicious, ethically sourced drinks and snacks in our new space designed by Matthew Williamson with stunning views to Holland Park.
the Design Kitchen: Plan your visitPlanning a Wedding, Summer Party or Business Training?
Support the museum by hiring our spaces for a special breakfast or dinner, drinks or wedding reception, conferences and more. Get in touch with the team and start planning your celebration.
Plan your next event with usMA Curating Contemporary Design
Did you know that we offer a Master's programme in Curating Contemporary Design in partnership with Kingston University? Learn more about the course and how to apply.
MA Course: Find out more10:00 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday
10:00 – 18:00 Friday to Sunday
Some ticketed exhibitions will be open until 20:00 on weekends – please check our Opening times page for further information.
The museum opens daily, including bank holidays.
We want everyone's visit to be enjoyable and work continuously to make the museum more accessible and inclusive to the widest possible audience.
Did you know that the Design Museum is a charity? As a member, you support our programme while enjoying unlimited entry to every exhibition, plus discounts in our shops, cafes and learning events.
Enjoy delicious, ethically sourced drinks and snacks in our new spaces – the Design Kitchen (Level 2) and the Design Cafe (Ground floor).
Our high street shop is located at at Kensington High Street 224–238. Inside the museum, our main shop is located in the atrium, Ground floor. There's also an exhibition shop inside Gallery 1, Ground floor. For further information, please visit the shop website, where you can also find a carefully curated range of gifts, prints and products for design lovers. As a charity, every purchase supports the museum.
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