London’s Top Art Exhibitions: September 2025
London's art scene explodes in September 2025 with diverse exhibitions. The Barbican presents “Encounters: Giacometti x Mona Hatoum,” juxtaposing Giacometti's sculptures with Hatoum's politically charged works, exploring themes of displacement and violence. Astronomy enthusiasts will be captivated by “Astronomy Photographer of the Year” at the National Maritime Museum, showcasing breathtaking cosmic images. Neo-Impressionism takes center stage at the National Gallery with “Radical Harmony,” featuring Seurat's “Le Chahut.” Regent's Park hosts Frieze Sculpture, displaying diverse works from colossal sound sculptures to pieces using park soil. Tate Modern celebrates Picasso's “The Three Dancers” in “Theatre Picasso,” showcasing his artistic theatricality. The V&A delves into the fashion legacy of Marie Antoinette in “Marie Antoinette Style.” The Royal Academy of Arts presents Kerry James Marshall's major European exhibition, “The Histories,” focusing on Black experiences. Kew Gardens' “Material World” explores sustainable fashion using innovative materials like mycelium. The Science Museum's revamped “Space” gallery explores space exploration history and future possibilities. Serpentine Galleries features Danielle Brathwaite-Shirley's interactive gaming exhibition, “The Delusion.” Beyond these major exhibitions, numerous shorter events include the Clay In Vivo exhibition in Croydon, Dulwich Picture Gallery's launch celebrations, Pauline Karpidas' surrealist collection at Sotheby's, the City & Guilds London Art School postgraduate show, the ArtGemini prize exhibition, the London Design Festival, London Sculpture Week, Art Car Boot Fair, the British Art Fair, The Art on a Postcard exhibition, and exhibitions outside London at the Sainsbury Centre in Norwich and Towner Art Gallery.
