A new exhibition exploring the story behind one of music's most iconic guitars. Opening 3 June - visit the Royal College of Music Museum this summer.
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Summer at the Royal College of Music: a season of festival spirit
The Royal College of Music (RCM) Summer Season brings a vibrant festival atmosphere, with performances at Aldeburgh Festival, Wigmore Hall and Cadogan Hall, alongside a rich programme of concerts at the College.
Kurt Cobain’s legendary Martin D-18E, played during Nirvana’s iconic MTV Unplugged performance, will be displayed in the UK for the first time as part of Kurt Cobain Unplugged at the Royal College of Music (RCM) Museum, running from 3 June to 18 November 2025.
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Great Exhibitionists: A Scavenger Hunt – 6 Stages of Avoiding Accountability
03 April 2025, 1:00pm
RCM Library