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In June we welcomed the return of the Great Exhibition Road Festival - a celebration of arts and science from the cultural and educational organisations in South Kensingon.

Experience the transformed gardens at the Natural History Museum opened this Summer. The new gardens tell the story of change on our planet over time and allow visitors to explore the museum in new ways!

Do you care how climate change and nature loss affect South Kensington?  Earlier this summer we invited our local neighbourhood to share their views.

From the extraordinary cultural and educational institutions in South Kensington, we have put together some recent highlights of exciting discoveries, research, and news from the London's home of arts and science.

The Science Museum has unveiled a groundbreaking gallery focused on sustainable energy, aiming to address climate change by exploring innovative energy solutions.

The Great Exhibition Road Festival 2024 opens its registration!

To round up January we have curated a list of exciting discoveries and research that took place in South Ken this month.

In 2023, scientists at the Natural History Museum achieved a remarkable feat by describing a record-breaking 815 new species. Documenting these new species are vital components in the efforts to protect, preserve, and reverse declines in biodiversity worldwide.

Urban Nature Project wins silver award in the European category at the Holcim Foundation Award for Sustainable Construction.

The Royal Parks can wave Green Flags with pride after they retained the highest quality award for parks and green spaces, again, this year.

The Exhibition Road Cultural Group is pleased to announce the appointment of its new director, Susie Newbery who will be joining this summer from the National Theatre.

From pioneering historical techniques to dynamic contemporary practices, the Photography Centre is a place to discover photography's many histories and explore its extensive impact on our lives. Opening 25th May.

Among the latest additions to South Ken art scene is "Pond Life: Albertopolis and the Lily" by British artist Monster Chetwynd.

The Natural History Museum and Leighton House Museum were selected as finalists for Art Fund Museum of the Year 2023, the world's largest museum prize.

In 2022, in partnership with the UK Space Agency and Virgin Orbit, we hosted a 72ft (22m) life-size replica of the first rocket, displayed outside the Science Museum in London. Now, the rocket set to tour 10 locations across the UK!

South Kensington venues have had some of the highest numbers of visitors in recent years, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike!