Wes Anderson’s Film Archives to be Showcased in London Exhibition
A major new exhibition at the Design Museum in London will bring together over 600 objects from the films of acclaimed director Wes Anderson. The exhibition, titled "Wes Anderson: The Archives," will feature a vast array of items, including original storyboards, costumes, props, and miniature models, offering a unique insight into Anderson’s distinctive filmmaking style.
According to a report from IanVisits, the exhibition will include the monumental candy-pink model of the Grand Budapest Hotel, which was used to capture the building’s façade for the 2014 film. Spanning over 3-metres in width, the model will be one of the largest and most recognisable items on display.
The exhibition will showcase a wide range of items, including original storyboards, polaroids, sketches and costumes, to stop-motion puppets, miniature models, paintings, props and Anderson’s handwritten notebooks. The Design Museum says that it has been granted unprecedented access to Wes Anderson’s archives, which the filmmaker has built up over three decades. This will be the very first time the majority of these objects have been publicly displayed in Britain.
"We are thrilled to be able to showcase such a vast and varied collection of objects from Wes Anderson’s films," said a spokesperson for the Design Museum. "This exhibition will offer a unique insight into Anderson’s creative process and filmmaking style, and we are grateful to have had the opportunity to work with him to bring this project to life."
The exhibition, which opens on November 21, 2025, promises to be a must-see event for fans of Wes Anderson and film enthusiasts alike. As IanVisits reports, tickets for the exhibition are now on sale, offering visitors the chance to experience the magic of Wes Anderson’s films up close and personal.
The Design Museum’s exhibition will be a major retrospective of Anderson’s work, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship that has become hallmark of his films. As the article from IanVisits notes, the exhibition will feature items from across Anderson’s filmography, offering a comprehensive overview of his creative output.
In an interview with the Design Museum, Wes Anderson himself noted that he is "delighted" to have his archives showcased in this way, saying that it will offer fans a unique insight into his creative process. The exhibition is set to be a major highlight of the London cultural calendar, and fans of Wes Anderson will be eagerly anticipating the opportunity to see these incredible objects up close.
As reported by IanVisits, the exhibition will run from November 21, 2025, to February 2026, giving visitors ample opportunity to experience the wonders of Wes Anderson’s film archives. With its unique blend of art, design, and film, this exhibition promises to be an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.
