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now open
Now open
17 Apr - 05 May 2025|11.00 - 19.00
Enjoy an afternoon of exploration and view over 300 photographs by more than 60 photographers across the West and East wings of Somerset House.
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17 Apr - 05 May 2025 | 11.00 - 19.00
Enjoy an afternoon of exploration and view over 300 photographs by more than 60 photographers across the West and East wings of Somerset House.
25 Apr – 31 Aug 2025
The Pits is a new installation by resident artists, Sophia Al-Maria and Lydia Ourahmane in G31, which sits in dialogue with their outdoor commission on Lancaster Place, 2125.
FREE
From 25 April 2025
Sophia Al-Maria and Lydia Ourahmane’s Lancaster Place commission continues their collaborative exploration of the ‘grey areas’ of England’s narratives, focusing on the notion of the ‘right to remain’.
FREE
Tuesdays & Saturdays | £12.00
In this one hour experience, you'll take a walk through the varied and surprising history of Somerset House.
From Wed 07 May 2025 | For 18-30 year olds
A dynamic monthly programme empowering aspiring creatives aged 18–30 to explore new pathways, build skills, and break into the creative industries on their own terms.
FREE
Wed 07 May 2025 | 18.00 - 20.00
We’re kicking off our brand-new Upgrade Yourself Monthly series with a session facilitated by the Working Class Creatives (WCC).
FREE
14 - 18 May 2025 | Wed 14 May: 13.00 - 21.00
Photo London returns for its landmark tenth edition at Somerset House from 14 - 18 May 2025.
Thu 22 May 2025 | 18.45 - 20.30
During their residency at Somerset House Studios, American Artist will present an event as part of Grounding Practice.
05 June 2025 Preview | 06 - 29 June 2025
Discover today’s designers and ideas that will change our world.
Thu 10 Jul 2025 | Doors 19.30
Beloved British hip hop duo Rizzle Kicks are back, and they’re ready to open the Summer Series in style.
10 - 20 Jul 2025
Somerset House Summer Series with American Express returns this July for 11 nights of unmissable gigs in the iconic setting of our spectacular open-air courtyard.
Fri 11 Jul 2025 | Doors 19.30
North London rising star Freya Ridings makes her Summer Series debut.
Sat 12 Jul 2025 | Doors 19.30
Prepare to be captivated by Jacob Banks, the Nigerian-born British singer songwriter known for his emotional depth and musical versatility.
Sun 13 Jul 2025 | Doors 19.30
Dance the weekend to a close with global superstar Parov Stelar’s unique fusion of jazz, swing, and electronic music.
Mon 14 Jul 2025 | Doors 19.30
The Summer Series screening of rituals: union black will be a unique, immersive, and disruptive audio-visual event, which platforms unexplored Black British experiences.
Tue 15 Jul 2025 | Doors 19.30
Acclaimed singer songwriter Joy Oladokun returns to the capital to make her Summer Series debut following a sold-out London show last year.
Wed 16 Jul 2025 | Doors 19.30
Experience the genre-bending magic of visionary musician St. Vincent in a spectacular open-air setting.
Thu 17 Jul 2025 | Doors 19.30
Scottish indie rockers The Snuts bring their irresistible energy to the Summer Series courtyard.
Fri 18 Jul 2025 | Doors 19.30
A UK exclusive performance from Australian folk-rock band The Paper Kites.
Sat 19 Jul 2025 | Doors 17.00
A Saturday night set from London’s very own FLO, the trio redefining modern R&B with their rich harmonies, 90s-inspired melodies, and undeniable star power.
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