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Frida Kahlo–Inspired Murals Unveiled Across London Ahead of Tate Modern Show

exhibition · 2026-06-15

Six murals inspired by Frida Kahlo were unveiled in Bankside, London, celebrating her enduring legacy ahead of the Tate Modern exhibition titled "Frida: The Making of an Icon," which opens on June 25th. Created by a group of emerging artists under 25, these vibrant artworks explore themes of Kahlo's Mexican heritage, feminism, queerness, and disability. The murals are part of the "Beyond Boundaries" initiative, a collaboration between Better Bankside and Tate Collective, and will be displayed on walls, railway arches, and public spaces throughout the city for several years.

Key facts

  • Six Frida Kahlo-inspired murals unveiled across Bankside, London
  • Murals mark citywide celebration of Kahlo's legacy
  • Tate Modern exhibition 'Frida: The Making of an Icon' opens June 25th
  • Murals created by emerging artists under 25
  • Part of 'Beyond Boundaries' collaboration between Better Bankside and Tate Collective
  • Murals explore Kahlo's Mexican heritage, feminism, queerness, and disability
  • Murals installed on walls, railway arches, and public spaces
  • Murals will remain in place for several years

Entities

Artists

  • Frida Kahlo
  • Amy Almeida
  • Eddie Donaldson
  • Milena De Rosa
  • Helena Samarasinghe
  • Gloria da Silva
  • Sharoola
  • Alejandra Ballesteros

Institutions

  • Tate Modern
  • Better Bankside
  • Tate Collective
  • Network Rail
  • JACK ARTS
  • BUILDHOLLYWOOD
  • Shaftesbury Capital
  • Oxford Properties

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom
  • Bankside
  • Soho
  • Carnaby Street
  • Blackfriars Station
  • Piccadilly Circus
  • Sumner Street
  • Ewer Street
  • Southwark Street
  • Great Suffolk Street
  • Great Guildford Street
  • Green Dragon Court
  • Thames Path

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