These quirky museums prove you can find a riveting story behind almost anything

New openings, festivals and cultural moments that deserve the spotlight in 2026

Sometimes, a peek behind the curtain can spoil the genius and surprise of something magical. But for Aardman Animations, which has always proudly shared the incredible skill and detail behind its work

It is nothing new to turn a large private collection of classics into a museum, though it is less common in the UK and Europe than the USA (where the tax benefits can be considerable). Even so, to do

Cultural Crusader

Marking 40 years of The Jolly Postman, The Postal Museum’s new exhibition opens 14 February 2026 (London), celebrating the artistic world behind Janet and Allan Ahlberg’s beloved book. Visitors can ex