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Tate Modern to Host Pop-Up COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic in Turbine Hall

institutional · 2026-04-20

London's Tate Modern will operate as a walk-in vaccination center on Friday evening, offering Pfizer doses to adults. The event runs from 5-9pm on July 16, requiring no appointment, GP registration, or proof of address. First and second jabs are available, with second doses only for those who received their initial shot over eight weeks prior. Tate Modern director Frances Morris expressed delight at contributing to the vaccine rollout, noting the clinic will help hundreds protect themselves and their communities. Attendees will also gain exclusive access to the gallery's exhibitions that night. Morris encouraged widespread participation in the initiative.

Key facts

  • Tate Modern transforms into a pop-up walk-in COVID-19 vaccination centre
  • Event occurs on Friday, July 16 from 5-9pm
  • Pfizer vaccines available for people aged over 18
  • No appointment, GP registration, or proof of address required
  • Second doses offered only if first dose was over eight weeks ago
  • Vaccinations take place in the Turbine Hall
  • Frances Morris is Tate Modern director
  • Attendees get exclusive access to galleries

Entities

Institutions

  • Tate Modern
  • ArtReview

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom

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