What's On

Our cultural programme includes exhibitions, tours, art fairs, talks, screenings, festivals and more.

The fountains in the Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court are currently switched on daily from 10am.

M.C. Escher. The Exhibition

A major exhibition showcasing the amazing art of M.C. Escher is coming to London for the very first time.

Until 6 Sep 2026

The Courtauld Gallery

The Courtauld Gallery is home to one of the world’s great art collections, and is located in the North Wing of Somerset House.

Historical Highlights Tour

In this one hour experience, you'll take a walk through the varied and surprising history of Somerset House.

Every Tue & Sat

There Are No Honest Poems About Dead Women: Jemma Desai

A new body of work by Somerset House Studios artist Jemma Desai, presented as an installation in G31.

30 Jul–1 Nov 2026

The Legacy of Notting Hill Carnival

A multi-media exhibition celebrating 60 years of Europe's largest street festival.

13–21 Aug 2026

Upgrade Yourself Monthly: How to make art you love and cultivate a freelance illustration career

Join us for our next Upgrade Yourself Monthly with Somerset House Residents Association of Illustrators and Illustrator MURUGHIAH to explore how to build a freelance illustration practice that is creatively fulfilling, financially sustainable, and uniquely your own.

Wed 2 Sept 2026

Grounding Practice: The Next Phase with Erin Li

Curator Erin Li shares strategies for scaling practice through building networks and working internationally.

Thu 03 Sep 2026

Tai Shani: The Spell or The Dream (at Jupiter Artland)

Turner Prize-winning, Somerset House Studios artist Tai Shani presents: The Spell or The Dream, now showing at Jupiter Artland.

Until Sep 2026

Fleurs de Villes DIANA in Support of The Diana Award

The world premiere of Fleurs de Villes DIANA in support of The Diana Award.

16 Sep–6 Oct 2026

Reviving Craft: Reflection of the Mind

Featuring more than 60 artists, a landmark exhibition that traces China’s living craft heritage, exploring objects of art and design as mirrors of the mind.

16–27 Sep 2026

Grounding Practice: Please See My Comments Below with Sean Burns

Frieze editor Sean Burns shares how artists, critics, galleries, magazines and writers work together to build more visibility within your practice.

Thu 17 Sep 2026

Jenkin van Zyl: Enclosure

A newly commissioned film and installation by Somerset House Studios artist Jenkin van Zyl.

24 Sep - 29 Nov 2026

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