Quentin Blake illustration centre to open in spring

Quentin Blake illustration centre to open in spring

Update: 2025-11-03
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Get ready for a vibrant new chapter in London's cultural scene! The Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration, opening this May, will be the world's largest dedicated space to this art form. Named after Roald Dahl's legendary illustrator, the Centre will showcase both traditional and diverse illustration from around the globe. The new home, a Grade Two listed building, will host a solo exhibition by Murugiah and offer interactive displays, books, and a playful atmosphere. The Centre aims to inspire people to see illustration as a universal language, and will also feature illustrator residencies in London's oldest surviving windmill, along with free public gardens. The Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration is set to become a dynamic hub celebrating artists and storytelling in the heart of London.

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Quentin Blake illustration centre to open in spring

Quentin Blake illustration centre to open in spring