7 Exhibitions ending in January 2025

Exhibitions are wrapping up across London in January 2025, and this is your final chance to catch them before they disappear. Here are 7 that we think are unmissable.

Here is our list of 7 exhibitions that are absolutely worth seeing before they close this January. We’ve explored and enjoyed each one, and we think they’re truly unmissable. Don’t miss your chance to experience these incredible displays before they’re gone for good.

V&A Fragile Beauty Photographs from the Sir Elton John and David Furnish Collection

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1. Van Gogh: Poets & lovers at The National Gallery in London marked its 200th anniversary with a truly extraordinary event— the new Van Gogh exhibition. It brings together some of the artist's most iconic works, alongside pieces that have never been lent or displayed publicly before. Unmissable.
   Tickets are available for £24, Free for members

   ENDS: 19 January 2025

   

   Van Gogh: Poets & Lovers

2. Zanele Muholi, a renowned South African visual activist and photographer, is being celebrated for their compelling portrayal of Black LGBTQIA+ communities at Tate Modern. Their work delves into themes of identity, race, and representation, aiming to challenge societal norms and amplify marginalised voices.

   Tickets for general admission are £18, under 12’s go for free with accompanied adult ticket holder.

   ENDS: 26 January 2025

3. Monet and London. Views of the Thames at The Courtauld offers a stunning exploration of the iconic Impressionist masterpieces. The exhibition invites visitors to immerse themselves in Monet’s world, capturing the beauty of London through his unique vision. Honestly breathtaking.

   Weekday tickets from £16. Under-18s go free.
   ENDS: 19 January 2025

   

   Monet and London. Views of the Thames

4. Francis Bacon: Human Presence is a significant exhibition at London's National Portrait Gallery. It looks at Bacon's profound engagement with portraiture, featuring over 50 works from the 1940s onwards.

   Tickets for general admission are £23, under 12’s go for free.

   ENDS: 19 January 2025

5. Es Devlin Face to Face: 50 encounters with strangers explores themes of human connection, migration, and displacement. The installation is incredibly moving and highlights immense resilience, offering a profound reflection on face-to-face encounters with refugees and other displaced individuals.

   Free

   ENDS: 12 January 2025

   

   Face to Face: 50 encounters with strangers

6. Haegue Yang's exhibition, Leap Year, at the Hayward Gallery in London, features her signature blend of abstract sculpture and immersive installations. Check out her use of everyday materials—like Venetian blinds, lights, and textiles which all explore themes of time, identity, and movement.

   Tickets from £19.

   ENDS: 5 January 2025

7. V&A Fragile Beauty: Photographs from the Sir Elton John and David Furnish Collection is showcasing over 300 rare prints from more than 140 photographers. This exhibition, the V&A's largest temporary photography display to date, spans works from 1950 to the present day, offering a comprehensive overview of modern and contemporary photography.

   Ticket prices vary, under 12’s go for free.

   ENDS: 5 January 2025

   

   V&A Fragile Beauty