Observer’s Must-See Museum Shows of 2026
After a turbulent 12 months for many major arts institutions, the new year brings a global slate of blockbuster exhibitions featuring artists from Frida Kahlo to Marcel Duchamp.
Tate Modern
The Tate Modern, founded in 2000, is located in London, England, and is housed in the former Bankside Power Station, redesigned by architects Herzog & de Meuron. The museum was established as part of the broader Tate network of galleries, initially founded by Sir Henry Tate in 1897. Tate Modern is renowned for its extensive collection of international modern and contemporary art, featuring works by artists such as Picasso, Andy Warholand Mark Rothko. Its iconic Turbine Hall hosts large-scale installations and exhibitions, attracting millions of visitors annually. Read more about Museums.
“Nigerian Modernism” Reframes the Story of Modern African Art
Curator Osei Bonsu describes the exhibition as “cultural restoration in real time.”
Cultural Memory and the Concept of Country in “Emily Kam Kngwarray” at Tate Modern
This is artwork that can lift the lowest of spirits.
