Located in London, the world's leading museum devoted to contemporary design in every form.
Plan your visit, become a member, donate or visit the online shop.Opens 5 July Tickets on Sale
A major exhibition exploring the design evolution of one of the world’s most famous dolls: Barbie.
Barbie: Book nowUntil 8 September ★★★★★ The Telegraph ★★★★ The Guardian
Curated by Hans Ulrich Obrist with Francesca Giacomelli. This major exhibition celebrates the life and work of one of the greatest Italian designers of the 20th century, Enzo Mari, whose designs have inspired generations of creatives around the world. In partnership with Triennale Milano.
Enzo Mari: Book nowUntil February 2025 Free Display
Grazie Enzo: Contemporary Responses to Enzo Mari
Accompanying the retrospective exhibition 'Enzo Mari Curated by Hans Ulrich Obrist with Francesca Giacomelli', this free display showcases the work of 14 London-based designers, studios and collectives whose practices share an affinity with Enzo Mari's.
Grazie Enzo: Plan your visitMEMBERS GO FREE Join today
Our members enjoy free entry to all exhibitions, exclusive events, discounts in the shop and cafe.
Become a memberUntil August Free Display
A free display dedicated to design research on the environmental crisis curated by Future Observatory, the museum’s national research programme for the green transition.
Future Observatory: Plan your visitUntil 25 June Free Display
Discover the shortlisted and winning projects from our national schools' design competition created in partnership with Deutsche Bank’s youth programme Born to Be.
Design Ventura: Plan your visitPermanent Collection Free Display
Explore part of the museum’s collection in this free display presenting modern designs through these three interconnected roles. Great for families, school groups and design lovers.
Plan your visitBook now Learning and events programme
Get creative: join our hands-on learning workshops for adults and young people or inspiring talks and film screenings.
All events: Find out moreEnjoy 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 visitLooking for design inspiration and gifts? Visit our three shops or buy online.
The Design Museum Shop: Buy OnlinePlanning a Wedding, Summer Party or Business Training?
Support the museum by hiring our spaces for your business events, breakfasts, dinners, drinks or wedding reception.
Plan your next event with usApplications Open POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME
MA 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
For further information please check our 'Plan your visit' page.
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 us whilst enjoying unlimited entry to every exhibition for yourself, a guest and up to 3 children, plus discounts in the shop, cafe 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), operated by Leafi.
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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