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Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration will be the place to make, see and talk about illustration.

Opening 2026 in Clerkenwell, London. Until then, follow our progress and make your mark on the project.

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Make your mark

Support the new landmark for illustration
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Mailing list

Get updates on our progress and opening
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History

Discover the story of the New River Head
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The project

Quentin Blake set out to create the UK’s first centre for illustration in 2002. It will open in 2026 in Clerkenwell, London.

News

Project updates from our team

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Meet the Gallery Designer

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Who’s coming out to play?

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Meet the Architect

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Research

Our collaborations with communities, illustrators and researchers exploring Clerkenwell’s stories
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Take a tour

Our virtual tour takes you inside the buildings we are working to restore
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