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Review: Relaxed Hours – Matthew Barney and Igshaan Adams at the Hayward Gallery, London, June 2021

Both shows currently on at Hayward Gallery – Igshaan Adams’ “Kicking Dust” and Matthew Barney’s “Redoubt” – while very different, are both brilliant with their respective concepts and works. Whenever I visit exhibitions, I visit with two mindsets – one as an artist and avid artgoer, the other as the mother of an autistic son. Barney’s work has appealed to …

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Events Calendar

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2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7, 2025 - February 15, 2026

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

Both a celebration and a call to action, Design and Disability showcases the radical contributors of disabled, Deaf, and neurodiverse people and communities to design history and contemporary culture, from the 1940s to now.

9:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series

Noises Off Morning @ Army Flying Museum, Hampshire

June 30 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series

Noises Off Morning @ Army Flying Museum, Hampshire

Noises Off Morning 9am to 12.30pm on the last Monday of the month Book Now Our 'Noises Off' mornings run on the last Monday of the month between 9am and 12.30pm, however, please check the sessions by clicking on the button below because we occasionally have to cancel/move a session. On these mornings sound effects in the Museum will be ...

1 event, 1

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

1 event, 2

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

1 event, 3

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

1 event, 4

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

1 event, 5

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

3 events, 6

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

10:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series

Relaxed Morning @ National Museum of Scotland

July 6 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series

Relaxed Morning @ National Museum of Scotland

Relaxed Morning 2 Feb - 6 Jul 2025, 10:00 - 12:00 (Quiet space open until 12:30) National Museum of Scotland Free admission, drop-in About Relaxed Morning Join us for our monthly Relaxed Morning for anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to the museum. This session is primarily for, but not limited to, families with autistic children; autistic young people ...

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Calm at the Castle @ Colchester Castle, Essex

July 6 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Calm at the Castle @ Colchester Castle, Essex

Calm At The Castle 06/07/2025 Colchester Castle Included in admission Suitable for Families History About this Event Join us on the first Sunday of every month from 3 PM to 5 PM for a quieter experience at Colchester Castle. These sessions are designed for anyone who would benefit from a calmer environment, including visitors with autism or sensory sensitivities. During this time, ...

2 events, 7

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Relaxed Evening Event – Ancient India, Living traditions @ British Museum, London

July 7 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Relaxed Evening Event – Ancient India, Living traditions @ British Museum, London

This relaxed event provides a calmer environment to view the Ancient India: living traditions exhibition for people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals and anyone with sensory needs. Where does the image of the beloved and playful Hindu god Ganesha, with his elephant head and rounded belly, originate? What inspired depictions of the serene Buddha and Jain enlightened teachers? Reaching back more than 2,000 ...

2 events, 8

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Relaxed Hours: Yoshitomo Nara @ Hayward Gallery, London

July 8 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Relaxed Hours: Yoshitomo Nara @ Hayward Gallery, London

Relaxed Hours: Yoshitomo Nara Tue 8 Jul 2025, 10am Join a guided tour of our current exhibition, or explore it at your own pace, in a more relaxed environment with access to additional support. More details forDan Graham Waterloo Sunset Pavilion, Hayward Gallery  Tickets £20View more time and price information  Dates & tickets Jump to sections on this page Jump to  ...

1 event, 9

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

1 event, 10

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

1 event, 11

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

1 event, 12

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

1 event, 13

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

1 event, 14

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

1 event, 15

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

2 events, 16

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

6:15 pm - 8:00 pm

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Relaxed Hours @ British Library, London

July 16 @ 6:15 pm - 8:00 pm

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Relaxed Hours @ British Library, London

Join us for a relaxed opening of Unearthed: The Power of Gardening where you can enjoy the gallery in a calm environment with reduced capacity. This event is particularly suitable for neurodiverse people and those with other sensory needs, but anyone who would benefit from visiting at a quieter time is welcome. The number of tickets available will be limited to ensure ...

1 event, 17

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

1 event, 18

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

4 events, 19

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

8:30 am - 9:30 am

Relaxed Morning @ Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh

July 19 @ 8:30 am - 9:30 am

Relaxed Morning @ Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh

Relaxed Morning: Palace of Holyroodhouse Palace of Holyroodhouse Next event: 19 Jul 2025 1 upcoming event 08:30 – 09:30 Adult - £10.50 Young Person (18-24) - £10.50 Child (5-17) - £10.50 Under 5 - Free Disabled Person - £10.50 Access companion - Free Booking essential Access event BOOK NOW MAP & DIRECTIONS Our relaxed opening offers a chance to explore the ...

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Quiet Hour @ Brooklands Museum, Surrey

July 19 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Quiet Hour @ Brooklands Museum, Surrey

Quiet Hour, Saturday 19 July from 9am.   We will open our gates an hour early at 9am for a Quiet Hour for our second Working Vehicles Day so that you can see the big, unusual and surprisingly familiar up close! Our Aircraft Factory the home of our Wellington Bomber, the Flight Shed where you have a go at deciphering Morse Code,  step inside the Vickers Wellington ...

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Autism Friendly Opening @ Oxford Museum of Natural History

July 19 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Autism Friendly Opening @ Oxford Museum of Natural History

Autism Friendly Opening Saturday, 19 July 2025 09:00 - 10:00 This is a free event but booking is required. To book your place(s) please email: education@oum.ox.ac.uk. About the event A relaxed morning opening for families with members on the Autism Spectrum to explore the Museum collections in a quiet environment. More information, including a visual guide, will be emailed to attendees ...

1 event, 20

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

2 events, 21

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Relaxed Evening Event Hiroshige – artist of the open road @ British Museum, London

July 21 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Relaxed Evening Event Hiroshige – artist of the open road @ British Museum, London

This event welcomes people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals and anyone with sensory needs seeking a calmer environment in which to visit the Hiroshige: artist of the open road exhibition. The first exhibition on Hiroshige to be held at the British Museum, and the first on the artist in London for more than a quarter of a century, this is a visually stunning ...

1 event, 22

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

2 events, 23

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

8:00 am - 10:00 am

Dawnosaurs @ Natural History Museum, London

July 23 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Dawnosaurs @ Natural History Museum, London

Dawnosaurs: Relaxed Morning Visit Event information Neurodivergent children and their families have the opportunity to explore the museum before anyone else and enjoy activities around different themes. 19 February, 10 May, 23 July, 11 October, 6 December 08.00-10.00 Free, booking required Tickets for February and May will go on sale in early January Dawnosaurs is a free event for neurodivergent children (including ...

1 event, 24

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

1 event, 25

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

2 events, 26

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

8:00 am - 11:00 am

Early Birds @ Science Museum, London

July 26 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Early Birds @ Science Museum, London

Early Birds is a sensory friendly event for families with members who need a quieter environment to enjoy the museum. Next Early Birds: Saturday 26 July 2025 Early Birds visitors will also have an opportunity to book tickets to lower capacity sessions in Wonderlab at a reduced rate. Future dates Sign up to our Accessible newsletter to be the first to hear when new ...

1 event, 27

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

3 events, 28

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

9:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series

Noises Off Morning @ Army Flying Museum, Hampshire

July 28 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series

Noises Off Morning @ Army Flying Museum, Hampshire

Noises Off Morning 9am to 12.30pm on the last Monday of the month Book Now Our 'Noises Off' mornings run on the last Monday of the month between 9am and 12.30pm, however, please check the sessions by clicking on the button below because we occasionally have to cancel/move a session. On these mornings sound effects in the Museum will be ...

11:00 am - 5:30 pm

Relaxed Mondays @ The Cartoon Museum, London

July 28 @ 11:00 am - 5:30 pm

Relaxed Mondays @ The Cartoon Museum, London

  Relaxed Mondays: Events this year: February 17th. April 7th. May 26th. July 28th. August 4th. August 25th. October 27. Overview Our free Relaxed Monday events have been specifically designed for children and young people with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences. Events this year: February 17th. April 7th. May 26th. July 28th. August 4th. August 25th. October 27.Events are ...

2 events, 29

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Quiet Hour @ Brooklands Museum, Surrey

July 29 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Quiet Hour @ Brooklands Museum, Surrey

Quiet Hour, Tuesday 29 July from 9am.   Our Aircraft Factory the home of our Wellington Bomber, the Flight Shed where you have a go at deciphering Morse Code,  step inside the Vickers Wellington walkthrough as well as being able to get up close and sit in the pilot’s seats of the Hawker Hunter and Harrier aircraft.* Visitors who are neurodivergent can enjoy these areas ...

2 events, 30

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Relaxed Opening – More than human @ Design Museum, London

July 30 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Relaxed Opening – More than human @ Design Museum, London

Featuring art, design, architecture and technology, this thought-provoking show will present visitors with radical ideas on how to design with — and better understand — the living world. By bringing together over 140 works spanning contemporary and traditional practices, fine art, product design, architecture and interactive installations, the exhibition will explore how humans can relearn to design with and for ...

1 event, 31

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

2 events, 1

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Miller’s Ark, My Way @ The MERL, Reading

August 1 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Miller’s Ark, My Way @ The MERL, Reading

Miller’s Ark, My Way at The MERL FOR NEURODIVERGENT VISITORS AND THEIR FAMILIES Booking Details Booking essential Book tickets Details Date: August 1 Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am Cost: £2 Event Category: Events and workshops Venue The Museum of English Rural Life The Museum of English Rural Life, Redlands Road Reading, Berkshire RG1 5EX United Kingdom + Google Map Bring a picnic, meet ...

3 events, 2

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

2025-08-02

SENsory Astronights @ Science Museum, London

SENsory Astronights @ Science Museum, London

August 2 @ 7:15 pm - August 3 @ 10:00 am

SENsory Astronights @ Science Museum, London

SENsory Astronights SENsory Astronights is an overnight event for families with members who benefit from a more relaxed museum atmosphere. Experience all the excitement of our Astronights in a more calm and free-flowing environment. Next SENsory Astronights: Saturday 2 August 2025 Explore the museum, free from the regular hustle and bustle, take part in some fun workshops, watch an exciting science ...

10:15 am - 11:00 am

Morning Stars: Beginners @ Royal Observatory Greenwich, London

August 2 @ 10:15 am - 11:00 am

Morning Stars: Beginners @ Royal Observatory Greenwich, London

Ticketed Essential Information Type Planetarium shows Location Royal Observatory Date and Times 17 and 22 February, 7 and 11 April, 26 and 30 May, 2 and 16 August | 10.15-11.00am Prices £10 Adult | £5 Child | Free Companion tickets 10% off for members. Not a member? Join now Book now Member Tickets Our Morning Stars planetarium shows are designed ...

3 events, 3

2025-06-07

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

2025-08-02

SENsory Astronights @ Science Museum, London

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Calm at the Castle @ Colchester Castle, Essex

August 3 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Calm at the Castle @ Colchester Castle, Essex

Calm At The Castle 03/08/2025 Colchester Castle Included in admission Suitable for Families History About this Event Join us on the first Sunday of every month from 3 PM to 5 PM for a quieter experience at Colchester Castle. These sessions are designed for anyone who would benefit from a calmer environment, including visitors with autism or sensory sensitivities. During this time, ...

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 30 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series

Noises Off Morning @ Army Flying Museum, Hampshire

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

July 6
July 6 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series

Relaxed Morning @ National Museum of Scotland

July 6 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Calm at the Castle @ Colchester Castle, Essex

July 7
July 7 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Relaxed Evening Event – Ancient India, Living traditions @ British Museum, London

July 8
July 8 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Relaxed Hours: Yoshitomo Nara @ Hayward Gallery, London

July 16
July 16 @ 6:15 pm - 8:00 pm

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Relaxed Hours @ British Library, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

July 6 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series

Relaxed Morning @ National Museum of Scotland

July 6 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Calm at the Castle @ Colchester Castle, Essex

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

July 7 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Relaxed Evening Event – Ancient India, Living traditions @ British Museum, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

July 8 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Relaxed Hours: Yoshitomo Nara @ Hayward Gallery, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

July 16 @ 6:15 pm - 8:00 pm

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Relaxed Hours @ British Library, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

July 19 @ 8:30 am - 9:30 am

Relaxed Morning @ Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh

July 19 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Quiet Hour @ Brooklands Museum, Surrey

July 19 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Autism Friendly Opening @ Oxford Museum of Natural History

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

July 21 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Relaxed Evening Event Hiroshige – artist of the open road @ British Museum, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

July 23 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Dawnosaurs @ Natural History Museum, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

July 26 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Early Birds @ Science Museum, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

July 28 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Event Series

Noises Off Morning @ Army Flying Museum, Hampshire

July 28 @ 11:00 am - 5:30 pm

Relaxed Mondays @ The Cartoon Museum, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

July 29 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Quiet Hour @ Brooklands Museum, Surrey

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

July 30 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Relaxed Opening – More than human @ Design Museum, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

August 1 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Miller’s Ark, My Way @ The MERL, Reading

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

August 2 @ 7:15 pm - August 3 @ 10:00 am

SENsory Astronights @ Science Museum, London

August 2 @ 10:15 am - 11:00 am

Morning Stars: Beginners @ Royal Observatory Greenwich, London

June 7
All day

Exhibition – Design and Disability @ V&A, London

August 2 @ 7:15 pm - August 3 @ 10:00 am

SENsory Astronights @ Science Museum, London

August 3 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Calm at the Castle @ Colchester Castle, Essex

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