Pride Month at Queer Britain
Queer Britain celebrates Pride Month with pop-up exhibitions, late night museum visits and ‘Meet the Author’ events.
Celebrating Pride at Queer Britain in 2026
Image in courtesy of Queer Britain. Credit: Rahil Ahmad
Patroned by Sir Elton John and David Furnish; Queer Britain is the UK’s national LGBTQ+ museum and is celebrating Pride Month with a series of events.
Following a few weeks closure at the beginning of this year, Queer Britain reopened with refreshed galleries and brand new displays featuring over 200 objects.
The main gallery represents six new themed displays telling the stories of Black Lesbian and Gay Centre.
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The new displays also include a panel from the AIDS Memorial Quilt, Club Kali costumes, and Justin Fashanau’s football shirts, just to name a few. Click here to learn more about the new displays.
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There is also a hand-written letter from Elton John addressed to his 16-year-old self. That letter is part of the permanent exhibition.
Andrew Given, Queer Britain Museum Chief Executive says:
“As we mark 54 years since the very first London Pride, there’s no better time to visit Queer Britain to learn more about LGBTQ history with stories of community, reflection, creativity and join from the UK and celebrate our shared queer stories past and present.”
Fighting with Pride Temporary Exhibition (3rd June – 20th December)
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Did you know that being gay was illegal in the British military till 2000?
In 2000 the UK government lifted the ban opening the opportunity for anyone wanting to join the Armed Forces to serve their beloved country.
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Before 2000, however, if it turned out a service member was gay, all their medals were stripped and dismissed.
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“I joined the RAF in 1985, I didn’t know I was gay. I just wanted to fly and serve my country. When eventually I came out I knew I was hunted and despised and would have to hide to survive. When I was arrested and discharged it was the end of everything, I’d worked so hard for. Taking my case to the ECHR and winning against the government was massive vindication of my right to be my true self.” – Kevin Bazeley, Flight Lieutenant, Navigator, RAF Kinloss, 1985 – 1995.
Fighting with Pride pop-up exhibition with LGBT+ veterans charity explores the stories of those whose lives were devastated by the ban.
Visitors also can scan the QR codes provided and learn more about the LGBTQ+ Armed Forces Community Memorial where they can learn about the ban, how and when it was lifted, read personal stories and experiences and plan to visit the memorial.
Meet the Author
Emily Garside – Rainbow Wales (27th June at 2:30 pm)
Meet queer figures who made Welsh history. Lisa Power interviews Emily Garside exploring past, present, hidden icons and household names.
Ticket: £15/pay what you can
Museum Lates
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Visit Queer Britain after work on the third Thursday every month!
They also host volunteer-led guided tours starting at 7pm, open to anyone.
Next museum lates: 18th June (Thursday) | 16th July (Thursday)
Ticket: £10/pay what you can
Congratulations for Queer Britain Museum for winning the ‘Queer Arts & Culture Award’ at the 2026 Gaydio Award in Manchester for providing much needed visibility to LGBTQ+ history, showcasing their culture and creativity.
Practical Info
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Address
Queer Britain Museum | 2 Granary Square, London N1C 4BH
(Nearest station is King’s Cross St. Pancras)
Opening Times
Mon & Tue: CLOSED
Wed – Sun: 12pm – 6pm
Tickets
Book a ticket here
Tickets are £10 or pay what you can
Queer Britain is an independent museum that relies on the generosity of its supporters through ticket sales, donations,memberships, corporate sponsorships and commercial income.
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