In the ever-evolving world of art and culture, one museum has announced an inspiring lineup of exhibitions that promise a multitude of immersive experiences. The revered Tate has woven a rich tapestry of cultural experiences set to enthrall visitors throughout 2024. From an expansive exploration of historic women artists at Tate Britain to the groundbreaking performances of Yoko Ono at Tate Modern, art enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the upcoming year’s programme.

An Intricate Journey into the Artistic Universe

The globally renowned Tate Museum, with its diverse branches including Tate Britain, Tate Modern, Tate Liverpool, and Tate St Ives, has meticulously curated its 2024 exhibitions to span across continents and generations, from age-old artistry to contemporary expressions. This presents the opportunity for every visitor, be it an art aficionado, a casual observer, or a young aspirant, to immerse themselves in the extraordinary journey of human creativity.

The Modernistic Elegance of Tate Modern

Two major exhibitions at Tate Modern are set to spearhead the spring season. First, we embark on a journey into the mind of conceptual and performance art pioneer Yoko Ono. As a leading figure in experimental film and music, Ono has forged an artistic career stretching over six decades, impressively oscillating between roles as an artist, activist, and environmental advocate. Her works have transcended the conventional realm of art and transformed it into a platform for world peace and environmental campaigns. This exhibition promises to offer a deep dive into Ono’s eclectic repertoire that includes early performances, works on paper, objects, music, and a selection of her influential activist projects.

Spring also welcomes the ‘Expressionists,’ an epoch-making exhibition facilitated by Lenbachhaus, Munich, that brings together over 130 creations by the Blue Rider circle. This revolutionary group of early 20th-century artists, including Wassily Kandinsky, Gabriele Münter, and Franz Marc, rewrote the narrative of modern art through their experimentation with colour, sound, and light. The exhibition will celebrate their individualistic and collaborative ventures, encapsulating a diverse range of art forms from vibrant paintings and sculptures to photographs and performances.

As the year unfolds, Tate Modern continues to embrace diversity and innovation, introducing a striking survey of photographs by South African visual activist Zanele Muholi and a spectacular exhibition by New York-based artist Anthony McCall. McCall’s ‘solid-light’ installations invite visitors to experience art like never before, stepping into and exploring large-scale sculptural forms composed of slowly evolving planes of projected light.

As autumn descends, the spotlight turns to Mike Kelley, one of the leading figures of American contemporary art. Tate Modern offers the UK’s first significant exhibition of Kelley’s work, showcasing his inventive range from playful sculptures made with plush toys to multimedia installations like ‘Day Is Done.’

The culmination of the year at Tate Modern is marked by the ambitious ‘Electric Dreams,’ celebrating artists who revolutionized art through their use of machines and algorithms between the 1950s and the 1980s. This exhibition offers a rare opportunity to witness firsthand the mesmerizing impact of vintage tech art, including psychedelic environments, sensory installations, and machine-generated artworks.

Celebrating Artistic Legacy at Tate Britain

Tate Britain paints a unique canvas for 2024, beginning with the exploration of John Singer Sargent’s acclaimed portraits in ‘Sargent and Fashion.’ This exhibition reveals the artistic craftsmanship behind Sargent’s portraits, exploring how he harnessed the power of fashion to project his subjects’ identity and personality.

The groundbreaking exhibition ‘Women Artists in Britain 1520-1920’ traces the inspiring journeys of women artists from Tudor times to the First World War. Here, the pioneering contributions of women like Mary Beale, Angelica Kauffman, Elizabeth Butler, and Laura Knight, who championed equal access to art training, are on display, highlighting the strength and determination of these trailblazers who redefined the role of women in art.

Tate Britain’s autumn season features the return of the Turner Prize, celebrating its 40th anniversary. The prestigious accolade, awarded to an artist for an outstanding exhibition or presentation, will be presented alongside ‘Photographing 80s Britain: A Critical Decade,’ a comprehensive survey of photographers, collectives, and publications from the Thatcher years.

Exploring Identity and Culture at Tate St Ives and Tate Liverpool

Tate St Ives opens 2024 with the first large-scale UK exhibition of Outi Pieski, a Sámi visual artist whose paintings and installations encapsulate the nuances of identity, culture, and environment. Pieski’s work revitalizes the connection between past and future generations, raising profound questions around indigenous people’s rights and ancestral return.

In a parallel narrative, Tate Liverpool embarks on an ambitious transformation journey led by 6a architects throughout 2024. This transformation aims to re-imagine the gallery, meeting the scale and ambition of today’s artists while improving environmental standards and thermal performance.

A Rich Tapestry of Experiences

The year-long journey through the diverse and dynamic world of art at Tate’s four branches promises a transformative experience for all. From intimate solo exhibitions to larger group shows, every corner of the art world finds representation here. Moreover, Tate ensures that the engaging journey is accessible to a broader audience, with free access for Tate Members and discounted tickets for 16-25-year-olds through the Tate Collective initiative.

Alongside the grand exhibitions, Tate Modern Lates offers after-hour access to the gallery, providing a different perspective and experience for visitors. Simultaneously, UNIQLO Tate Play invites families to engage in art-inspired activities, allowing art to become an immersive and playful experience for all ages.

From Pieski’s introspective works on identity at Tate St Ives to the radical tech art showcased in Electric Dreams at Tate Modern, the 2024 line-up promises a unique and rewarding journey into the world of art. The diversity of works displayed and the breadth of artistic disciplines represented make Tate’s 2024 exhibition a monumental event in the world of art and culture. This year-long celebration of art underscores Tate’s commitment to nurturing creativity, appreciating diversity, and enabling meaningful conversations through art. As we look ahead to this vibrant year at Tate, art enthusiasts worldwide eagerly await to unravel the stories each exhibition will unfold.

In conclusion, Tate’s 2024 exhibitions are a testament to its mission of promoting public understanding and enjoyment of British, modern, and contemporary art. The diverse range of exhibitions reflects the breadth of the museum’s collection and its desire to continually engage with audiences of all ages. By bringing such a wide array of artistic expressions under one roof, Tate continues to create a space where art is accessible, inclusive, and deeply transformative.

Tate Exhibition listings

Outi Pieski (Tate St Ives, 10 Feb – 6 May 2024)

Supported by the Outi Pieski Supporters Circle and Tate Members

Yoko Ono (Tate Modern, 15 Feb – 1 Sep 2024)

Supported by John J. Studzinski CBE

Sargent and Fashion (Tate Britain, 22 Feb – 7 Jul 2024)

Lead support with a generous donation from the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Additional support from the Sargent and Fashion Exhibition Supporters Circle and Tate Americas Foundation. Organised by Tate Britain and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Both MFA Boston and Tate Britain received generous support for international scholarly convenings and for the exhibition from the Terra Foundation for American Art

Tate Britain Commission: Alvaro Barrington (Tate Britain, Opening in spring 2024)

Expressionists (Tate Modern, 25 Apr – 20 Oct 2024)

Supported by the Huo Family Foundation. Presented in the Eyal Ofer Galleries. Organised by Tate Modern in collaboration with Lenbachhaus, Munich

Women Artists in Britain 1520-1920 (Tate Britain, 16 May – 13 Oct 2024)

In partnership with Lockton

Zanele Muholi (Tate Modern, 6 Jun 2024 – 26 Jan 2025)

Supported by the Huo Family Foundation. Research supported by Hyundai Tate Research Centre: Transnational. Organised by Tate Modern in collaboration with the Maison Européenne de la Photographie, Paris, Gropius Bau, Berlin and Bildmuseet at Umeå University. The exhibition in 2020 was supported by the Zanele Muholi Exhibition Supporters Circle, Tate Patrons and Tate Members

Anthony McCall (Tate Modern, 27 Jun 2024 – 27 Apr 2025)

Turner Prize 2024 (Tate Britain, 25 Sep 2024 – 16 Feb 2025)

Supported by The John Browne Charitable Trust and The Uggla Family Foundation

Mike Kelley: Ghost and Spirit (Tate Modern, 3 Oct 2024 – 9 Mar 2025)

Organised by Tate Modern in collaboration with Bourse de Commerce, Paris, K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen, Dusseldorf and Moderna Museet, Stockholm

Hyundai Commission (Tate Modern, 8 Oct 2024 – 27 Apr 2025)

In partnership with Hyundai Motor

Photographing 80s Britain: A Critical Decade (Tate Britain, 21 Nov 2023 – 5 May 2024)

Electric Dreams (Tate Modern, 28 Nov 2024 – 1 June 2025)

Presented in the Eyal Ofer Galleries

Art Now (Tate Britain, throughout the year)

Supported by the Art Now Supporters Circle and Tate Americas Foundation

UNIQLO Tate Play (Tate Modern, throughout the year)

In partnership with UNIQLO

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