Relaxed Opening: Wes Anderson: The Archives @ Design Museum, London

Wednesday, 21 January 2026, 10:00 – 12:00

This landmark retrospective exhibition will chart the evolution of Wes Anderson’s films from early experiments in the 1990s to recent productions as well as collaborations with key long-standing creative partners. Explore the design stories behind award-winning and iconic films such as ‘The Grand Budapest Hotel’, ‘The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar’, ‘Fantastic Mr. Fox’, ‘Isle of Dogs’, and more.

Open from November 2025.

Location: Ground Floor

• Visit the exhibition webpage for further information about Wes Anderson: The Archives
• Book your tickets here

The Relaxed Opening allows you to visit our exhibitions with fewer people in the gallery, a more relaxed attitude towards noise and movement, and additional support.

Special adjustments will include:

• Fewer tickets are available per time slot, so the galleries will be less busy than usual
• A small Chill Room will be available on Level -1, near the gallery entrance and exit
• A selection of tactile materials from the exhibition will be available to touch during the relaxed opening
• You can download a Sensory Map and a Large Print Guide for each exhibition space from our Access Information webpage, and also on this page (please scroll down to find out more)
• A print copy of the Sensory Maps and Large Print Guides will be available onsite during the Relaxed opening. Please ask a member of staff for assistance

Please note:

• You must purchase a ticket to each exhibition
• The museum’s cafés, shops, and other displays are also open to the public from 10:00am
• A video description of the entrance journey to the museum will be added to this page soon
• You can use the museum’s free Wi-Fi during your visit by setting up a free account
• The recommended time to see the exhibitions is approximately one hour for each gallery space, but this really varies from visitor to visitor

How to book your ticket:

• Pre-booking online is required as spaces are limited
• Ticket sales are limited to 50% capacity, so we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment
• Tickets are non-refundable. If you cannot make it to the event, please contact the team via the email bookings@designmuseum.org as soon as possible, and we will get in touch to exchange your ticket for another time.
• After your booking, you will receive an automated email to confirm your purchase. And, 4 days before the event date, you will receive an email with further information to help you prepare for your visit
• Suitable Age: 12 +. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible, ticket-holding adult

Scroll down for more information and booking links.