Freddie Mercury | Splendid Things
24 October 2026 – 17 January 2027 · South Kensington
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A free museum-wide trail celebrates Freddie Mercury in his 80th anniversary year through eight looks from his career, spanning stage performances and music videos and featuring objects loaned by Mary Austin.
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