V&A Dundee has revealed its exciting exhibition line-up for 2027
V&A Dundee has unveiled a packed programme of exhibitions for 2027, featuring Wallace & Gromit, legendary fashion designer Vivienne Westwood, Scottish architecture and some of the UK's most exciting contemporary illustration!
The waterfront museum has announced several major additions to its upcoming programme, including the Scottish debut of Inside Aardman: Wallace & Gromit and Friends, alongside two free displays celebrating photography, architecture and illustration.
The new exhibitions will join Vivienne Westwood & Jewellery, which opens in March, while the hugely anticipated David Bowie: On Tour exhibition continues until February 2027.
Wallace & Gromit are coming to Dundee
One of the biggest highlights of the programme is Inside Aardman: Wallace & Gromit and Friends, opening on 19 March 2027 and running until 29 August 2027.
Coming to Scotland for the first time, the exhibition will take visitors behind the scenes of the world-famous animation studio responsible for Wallace & Gromit, Shaun the Sheep, Chicken Run and Morph.
More than 150 objects will be displayed, including original models, sets and storyboards, alongside interactive activities where visitors can try animation techniques for themselves.
The family-friendly exhibition opens just in time for the Easter holidays, with free admission for visitors under 18.
Two new free exhibitions announced
A new photography display, Brutal Scotland, will explore Scotland's distinctive Brutalist architecture through the work of acclaimed photographer Simon Phipps.
Featuring striking images of concrete buildings, schools, housing and public spaces, the exhibition will encourage visitors to look differently at some of Scotland's most recognisable and sometimes controversial structures.
Phipps' interest in post-war architecture was partly inspired by a photograph he took of the University of Dundee's Fulton Building in 1994.
The free exhibition will also be accompanied by outdoor displays in Dundee, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Brutal Scotland runs from 16 January until 21 March 2027
The winners of the prestigious V&A Illustration Awards will be displayed at V&A Dundee for the first time.
The exhibition will showcase outstanding contemporary illustration, from children's books and exhibition posters to animation, experimental artwork and creative cover designs.
Among the featured artists is Glasgow-based illustrator Annabel Wright, whose work includes a poster for the Hunterian Art Gallery.
V&A Illustration Awards will run from 13 February until 22 August 2027.
Vivienne Westwood exhibition makes its UK debut
Another major highlight is Vivienne Westwood & Jewellery, opening on 26 March 2027 and running until 16 January 2028.
The exhibition will explore how jewellery helped define the legendary fashion designer's distinctive style, featuring designs, historical influences and archive fashion pieces.
It will also celebrate Westwood's connections to Scotland, including her appreciation of Scottish textiles and culture.
Meanwhile, David Bowie: On Tour will remain open until 15 February 2027, forming part of international celebrations marking what would have been the musician's 80th birthday.
A major year ahead for V&A Dundee
Caroline Grewar, Programme Director at V&A Dundee, welcomed the announcement.
"We're incredibly excited to bring Inside Aardman: Wallace & Gromit and Friends to V&A Dundee," she said.
"It's a joyful show for all generations, packed with original models, fascinating behind-the-scenes stories and plenty of opportunities to get creative."
She added that the museum's expanding free programme would celebrate the design and creativity found in everyday life, from architecture to illustration.
Tickets for Inside Aardman and Vivienne Westwood & Jewellery will go on sale in early 2027. V&A Dundee members and visitors under 18 receive free admission to ticketed exhibitions.
